Keeping on top of the latest garden furniture trends can be time-consuming but also rewarding! Perfect for gardens, patios, balconies or decking, read on as we explore the latest stylish garden furniture offerings that are proving popular and on trend across the UK in 2024.
Introducing garden furniture
Garden furniture, whether made from wood, metal or plastic needs to be built to last if it is going to endure the difficulties of the British weather. The beauty of the very latest garden furniture trends is that everything is made with real quality in mind. This is just what you want to hear when it is time to add a finishing touch to your garden that will last for many years to come.
Furniture trends include picnic benches for a casual brunch, benches where you can sit and gather your thoughts, and larger sets of matching outdoor furniture that are perfect for hosting. No matter what you need, enjoy the fresh air and outdoor living as you are sure to find top-quality outdoor furniture with a little help from these outdoor furniture trends.
Seven garden furniture trends for 2024
When you want to really get to know garden furniture on a whole new level, you have come to the right place. To make sure you do not miss the latest must-haves, we have put together a quick rundown of seven of the very best outdoor furniture trends for 2024:
1. Countryside chic - using your garden furniture to set the tone for the type of ambience you want to create is what it is all about this year. Classic options like picnic benches and thick, chunky woodwork are back in fashion in a big way. They have a certain timeless quality that adds to the cosy environment you are looking to create. View the Forest Small 5’x5’ Rectangular Wooden Garden Picnic Table, as a good example
2. Dining al fresco - add in some solar lighting around the edges, and maybe some light cover to keep a gentle breeze at bay, and you have everything you need. The beauty of outdoor dining and outdoor kitchens is that it opens your garden in a way that gives you so many more options you can enjoy throughout the year. Why not view our outdoor kitchens and pizza ovens, from brands such as Keter and Norfolk Grills?
3. Focus on comfort - stylish garden furniture needs to be able to invite you to take a seat, rather than just look good in the background. More UK homeowners are looking for deep comfortable seating, relaxed lines, outdoor rugs and options to add outdoor cushions to their seating. Why? Because it is all about comfort with outdoor furniture trends in 2024
4. Mixing and matching - varying styles together is becoming increasingly popular this year. Mixing and matching in a way that ties together contrasting design elements will allow you to create a homely, lived-in style that instantly makes you feel relaxed and at peace
5. Outdoor lifestyle elements - something simple yet timeless, like a wooden picnic bench, is a great way to bring some lifestyle elements into your outdoor space. Having a permanent fixture that invites your guests to come outside and enjoy a coffee in the open air gives you the ability to get so much more use out of your garden
6. Purely decorative - your choice of garden or patio furniture does not have to be solely functional when it could catch the eye like never before. Benches that can enrich the end of the garden with a homely, delicate touch of style are becoming increasingly popular, even when they are rarely used for seating or hosting
7. Winter warmth - adding outdoor furniture to your garden is no longer about a sun lounger and some plastic chairs for the summer months. In 2024, our final emerging trend is that you can find endless possibilities of winter options among garden furniture trends. These include a fire pit, which is great for roasting nuts or marshmallows over an open flame.
What qualities should you expect from stylish garden furniture?
If we had to break down the world of outdoor seating and dining into core components, we would do it like this:
1) Comfort
You want to be able to sit back and relax without a worry in the world, all while being surrounded by the peaceful outdoor space you never want to leave. Premium quality ergonomically designed additions (e.g. cushions and backrests) to your garden should combine style and comfort in equal measure. This ensures that you can feel as good as your garden now looks. Lightweight furniture is also ideal too and adds to comfort when carrying it around.
2) Aesthetic appeal
You want to know that when you invest in the very best, you are buying outdoor furniture that will endure. No one wants to buy furniture that looks dated within twelve months, which is why we want to draw your attention to the enduring styles that are set to be in fashion for years to come. With this in mind, choose furniture with unique shapes, colours to match your garden décor and also top-quality materials.
3) Durability
Quality finishing, premium materials and fixtures and fittings that are clearly built to last all combine to create truly durable furniture. Settle for nothing less and you will have a garden that is looking its best for many years to come. Durable garden furniture will be made from weather resistant materials and will withstand rain and temperature fluctuations, but also UV rays, rusting, fading and decay.
4) Eco-friendly and sustainable materials
Stylish garden furniture crafted with care from FSC®-certified timber is becoming increasingly popular in 2024, and with good reason. We have all become more conscious of the need to do more to protect the environment, so it is no wonder eco-conscious choices are becoming increasingly common.
Our garden furniture range is manufactured from sustainable materials including sustainably sourced timber, metal and plastic, which is recyclable.
What is FSC®-certified timber?
This is wood which is sourced from forests managed according to the standards set by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). They ensure environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable forest management practices. This certification guarantees that the timber is sourced sustainably, protects biodiversity, water resources, and the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities.
5) Versatility of use
Good garden furniture will be versatile. It should be suitable for a range of outdoor settings and purposes. Whether you are seeking furniture for dining, lounging or everyday use it should be flexible. We also like options that include integrated storage, such as garden benches with storage underneath, like the 4'4 x 2' Keter Hudson Plastic Garden Storage Bench.
Outdoor furniture available from Shedstore
Shedstore pride ourselves on offering a wide selection of outdoor furniture that is always ready and waiting to please even the most discerning eye. To give you a feel for what we can offer, we have put together a quick list of highlights that are sure to provide the perfect starting point for your search. Look and see what you think!
Garden chairs
Our list of garden furniture must-haves begins with our ever-expanding selection of outdoor garden chairs. Here you will find everything from quiet little spots to enjoy a book and gather your thoughts, to loungers, leisure seats, and matching sets that allow you to host in style in a truly memorable way.
Garden tables
To match your new choice of seating we also offer plenty of stylish garden tables that create the perfect focal point for a lazy brunch or sunset catchup. By having everything at your fingertips, you can make your search for premium quality outdoor furniture as easy as clicking a button and browsing at your leisure.
Garden benches
Next up for those who are looking for something a little different when it comes to stylish garden furniture, we have our range of durable garden benches. Whether you use them as a regular seating option or prefer them to be decorative is up to you. And because everything we offer is crafted with care by true experts, you will be able to enjoy the result for many years to come.
Garden storage with seating
We even have garden storage, which doubles up as garden seating. A good example is this wood-effect rattan furniture – 4’x2’ Suncast 507 Litre rattan-effect plastic garden storage box.
Do you want to be able to get all your new stylish garden furniture in one go? Our selection of matching garden furniture makes sure you can coordinate effortlessly without ever having to worry about styles clashing with one another.
Final reflections
We hope you have enjoyed our garden furniture trends for 2024. The beauty of mixing and matching your outdoor furniture options is that there are so many different directions you can take.
By making sure you invest in stylish garden furniture made from durable natural materials, you can ensure that your garden looks the part for many years to come. Spend time outdoors as you step out into your own little green oasis and love every second of outdoor living.
Contact us
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