Your outdoor space is an extension of your living space and can be done so many different ways. It is important when choosing between wooden outdoor furniture, wrought iron furniture, Environmentally Friendly Poly Furniture or any of the many alternatives for your outdoor space that you take time with your decision. I found out what should be considered when choosing lawn and garden furniture. Read through these tips, you will be glad you did.

1) Set a budget

• Purchasing a dining set for example can range from a couple of hundred dollars to thousands of dollars. So you need to decide ahead of time the amount of money you can spend and then stick to that number.
• Consider waiting till after July 4th to buy because there will be sales on outdoor furniture.
• You can also save alot of money by replacing your cushions, umbrella and other outdoor accessories rather than replacing the entire furniture set

2) Think about where your furniture will be placed.

• Does the space get a ton of sun? Will the furniture be sitting on grass or on a hard surface? Your answers will help determine if you need an umbrella or if you need a lighter weight furniture for grassy spots.
• What are the views you want to enjoy? Will your outdoor furniture be close to the house or off in the distance? Outdoor furniture that is close to the house needs to stay consistant with you house’s architecture. While outdoor furniture further away, leaves more possibilities for varied styles

3) Measure the space that you're planning to fill.

• Keep in mind that the chairs around a table take up an additional 24 inches of space. And then you'll need an extra 24 to 36 inches from the back of the chairs to be able to walk around.
• Before you buy, go home with the furniture measurements and use chalk to draw the dimensions or cutouts of your furnitures dimensions.
• When working with a small space, consider a bar table set rather than a full-sized table. Bar stools rather than bar chairs will also conserve space. If you must go with a traditional dining table, consider armless chairs.

4) Determine the type of function you want.

• Do you want seating for quiet reflection? How many people do you usually entertain and what type of entertaining do you enjoy doing? Do you need a large table and chairs or just a simple set of comfy chairs with an end table between them?
• What are your storage needs and where will you store your furniture if you need to get it out of the elements?
• If you’d like to be able to move your seating from place to place, then something lightweight would be in order.

5) Determine the pieces you want to buy.

• Dining tables
• Loveseats Benches
• Coffee tables
• End tables
• Cushions,Pillows
• Patio umbrella
• Dining chairs
• Gliders
• Lounge chairs
• Rockers
• Ottomans
• Serving tables
• Patio swing
• Hammocks

6) Choose the right material for you.

You want your lawn and garden furniture to be durable while you want it to look nice and require minimal maintenance. Garden furniture resides in a harsh outdoor environment so much must be considered

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