I’m an interiors writer & this is the garden furniture I think will sell out in 2023

The best garden furniture will transform your outdoor space into a stylish and Instagram-ready haven for spring and summer 2023 – very necessary given the promise of ‘the warmest year on record’.

While we’re not entirely comfortable with this temperature rise from an environmental POV, the reality for us in the UK will be a summer spent outdoors, so we may as well be prepared. Cue a June and July filled with all things reusable wine tumblers, eco-friendly pasta straws and, of course, some stunning new garden purchases that are made to last (bye bye, fast consumerism). From sun loungers to hanging egg chairs and outdoor rugs, we’ve rounded up rattan garden furniture, wooden garden furniture and all the decor and accessories for your balcony/courtyard/patio/lawn. Whatever outside space you have at your disposal, we’ve hunted down the best bits for a springtime spruce up, and we’ve been inspired by the awe-worthy decor from the likes of The White Lotus, And Just Like That and every single AD Open Door video (ahem, Emma Chamberlain).

Our top pick? You might be surprised to find out it’s actually this Otta dining set from Dunelm. Made from durable aluminium with a glass, wipe-clean top, the Otta set is oh-so reasonably priced at £399, not to mention the PE rattan will be weather resistant. If you ask us, this piece is reminiscent of the sort of mid-century pieces you’d find at West Elm – run don’t walk.

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need a huge outside space (or great weather) to reap the benefits of the great outdoors. Seating is a necessity: a simple garden bench or a couple of stylish garden chairs will provide you with somewhere comfy to enjoy a cup of tea in the morning. Or, if you love spending those spring and summer evenings barbecuing, choose from a small bistro set or garden table and chairs that can seat ten to create the perfect hosting space for you. If you’re living in a rented property and don’t have much freedom when it comes to22 mixing up your interiors, transforming your outdoor area is a great compromise.

What is the best company for outdoor garden furniture?

If we’re talking about quality of garden furniture, there are a few garden furniture stores we’d recommend you make a beeline for. Garden Trading is great for stylish and small garden furniture pieces that’ll last for years. John Lewis, too, has an extensive offering – particularly when it comes to larger garden table sets and corner sofas, while Cox & Cox is an absolute treasure trove for garden accessories, think photogenic AF picnic blankets, outdoor cushions and hammocks.

Outdoor furniture can be expensive, so for more purse-friendly options look to sites like Wayfair and Aldi. Their offering might be small, but it’s super affordable and delivery is great. Keep an eye on their garden furniture section for plenty of outdoor steals, including the aforementioned, currently selling out rocking chair. Race ya to the check out!

What is the best garden furniture to buy?

This totally depends on what you’re after. The best garden furniture for you will depend on how big your space is, what you want to use it for and how many people you might be entertaining. If you’ve got an empty corner and lots more space, you might consider a corner sofa like this lounge unit from Habitat. We’ve also found tonnes of stylish sun loungers, deck chairs and inflatable pools to bring poolside chic to your back yard, plus garden parasols to protect you from the blazing sun. If you’ve just got a balcony to play with and you’re after the best garden furniture for small spaces, a set of two outdoor dining chairs might be enough.

What is the strongest material for garden furniture?

Wrought iron garden furniture is generally considered to be the most durable kind of garden furniture, and luckily it’s readily available. That said, all of the garden furniture in this edit has been built to last, as long as you look after it properly. This M&S Porto dining set, for example, includes a 10-year guarantee, has been coated with a protective finish and can arrive in as little as one week. To that point we might add that aluminium frame furniture (like that of this Kettler dining set) is another one to look out as it’s naturally highly resistant to weathering. Fun fact, eh?

Which rattan garden furniture is best?

Ah, this question always comes up. We’ve narrowed it down to two favourites. The Malaga Sofa Set is ideal for larger spaces and will fit four guests (five at a push) comfortably. If you’re doing up a balcony, this Cabera Sun Lounger comes in at a close second. It’s durable and hardwearing but also fits into that trending rattan theme.