| The term 'wicker furniture' is quite misunderstood. To | | | | Durability is another major plus factor. Since wicker |
| many people, wicker refers to a material. They | | | | furniture is generally made from rattan and because |
| believe that wicker furniture means furniture made | | | | rattan has amazing strength, the furniture equates to |
| from natural material. In reality, wicker is a method | | | | durability. High quality furniture can last well over 15 |
| that is used to weave certain material into furniture. | | | | years, by which time you would opt for a furniture |
| It's true that the furniture is usually made from | | | | change anyways. |
| natural materials like rattan and some kinds of | | | | The furniture generally need little to no maintenance. |
| bamboo. But wicker is not equivalent to natural | | | | They are made for extreme weather conditions. |
| furniture. | | | | However, the furniture made from natural material |
| Wicker furniture is generally made of rattan. Rattan is | | | | has to be protected from moisture and wetness as |
| an amazing vine. It grows naturally in places that are | | | | these may be susceptible to mold attack. Even so, a |
| warm and dry. It is hardy but it becomes soft when | | | | little care is all that you need to make your furniture |
| it is heated. This allows it to be weaved using the | | | | last. If they are dusty, they simply need to be wiped |
| wicker technique to form different varieties of | | | | by a cloth or dusted off before they look as good |
| furniture. When rattan is heated, it is bent and given | | | | as new. |
| the desired shape. Once cooled, rattan sets in the | | | | Wicker furniture is steady and therefore safe for |
| required shape and becomes hard and stiff. | | | | children. Unlike wood, which looks solid but can cause |
| The furniture therefore has a number of advantages. | | | | accidents if children clamber over them, the furniture |
| The most important element of its attractiveness is | | | | pose no threat to inquisitive little hands and feet. |
| its looks. The natural, earthy look is well suited to | | | | Because they are lightweight, they are easy to |
| most outdoor spaces. In most patios and outdoor | | | | transport. |
| settings, this natural look creates the right ambiance. | | | | These days, you have wicker furniture made from |
| The fact that wicker furniture is generally made from | | | | synthetic material too. Recycled plastic or resin may |
| natural material also adds to its attractiveness. | | | | be used to make the furniture. Synthetic furniture is |
| Environmentally conscious people therefore opt for | | | | not only inexpensive but stylish and highly affordable. |
| this furniture whenever they can. | | | | They are long-lasting too! |