5 TIPS FOR CHOOSING TERRACE FURNITURE

1. Where should you start when choosing terrace furniture?
It’s definitely worth thinking through where and how you will store the furniture off-season, and whether it needs to be protected from the weather on a daily basis. Some outdoor furniture should never be left out in the rain, and the cushions always have to be brought inside. But rain can be sudden, and carrying cushions back and forth is a hassle. At OOT-OOT Studio, we designed our outdoor furniture so that it can stay out in the weather – even all year round. We use a special open-cell foam that water simply flows through. This way, the outdoor sofa dries quickly and airs out well.

2. What are the most common mistakes when choosing outdoor furniture?
The biggest mistake when choosing outdoor furniture can be rushing. A low price is certainly tempting, but as a rule, such furniture doesn’t last long. We also don’t recommend leaving the decision to the last minute. Quality outdoor furniture is often made to order or even produced specifically for the customer. All of this can take time.

3. Which colours and forms are the most timeless?
All kinds of greyish tones are certainly the most timeless and practical. With colours, you need to consider how the furniture will fit in with the other elements and the architecture. Compared to anonymous fast-fashion furniture, well-proportioned furniture created by a designer always looks classic and solid.

4. Where can you save money without sacrificing comfort?
The biggest saving definitely comes from thinking your furniture purchase through carefully and making a quality choice right away. The so-called “upgrade cost” is often the biggest expense. That’s when you first, or temporarily, buy a simpler and cheaper solution, and soon it turns out that it doesn’t satisfy you or doesn’t last – and then it has to be replaced.

5. What would you recommend to those planning to furnish their terrace or garden this season?
Start your furniture search as early as possible to make the most of the summer season. And before buying, make sure of the product’s quality. Check whether the materials are really water- and UV-resistant – and whether the cushion filling is weatherproof too, not just the outer fabric layer. It’s important that terrace furniture doesn’t demand too much of your time, so you can focus on enjoying the summer rather than moving and maintaining furniture :)

Discover OOT-OOT Studio’s Estonian-made terrace furniture at our Tallinn showroom, Staapli 10, or online: MOOD OUTDOOR FURNITURE

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