Rattan furniture is timeless, it never goes out of style and is welcome in any outdoor and many indoor spaces as nothing screams vacation and relaxation more than rattan. Still rattan has its own pros and cons and it’s better to first look at them all before you choose some pieces for your outdoors.
Pros Of Rattan Furniture
Rattan furniture features a timeless design that lasts for years. While the shape, texture, and design of rattan furniture are attractive per se, its customization makes it stand out.
However, note that the appearance of rattan is significantly determined by how it’s weaved. For this reason alone, closely observing the furniture pieces is a must. Generally, loose threads indicate it wasn’t appropriately weaved. You can customize the rattan furniture to fit your unique style and add more functionality.
Rattan furniture is resistant to UV light and stands well against the test of time. For instance, the rattan material does not fade or bleach in the sun. So, anyone can keep it outdoors without affecting its natural hue. Another pro of rattan furniture is that it’s low maintenance. Its durable structure makes it sturdy enough, and consequently, it requires less upkeep.
Although it may require high upfront costs, Rattan furniture can save you money down the line. The durable material doesn’t wear and tear due to outside environmental stressors. Also, because rattan furniture is a long-term investment and comes with an expensive price tag, you should ensure you’re buying the correct piece.
a balcony with a rattan daybed, a side table and a potted plant plus lots of pillows to style the sofa
a boho balcony with rattan chairs and a table, a boho pouf and a pillow, a jute rug, potted greenery and candle lanterns is small but cool
a boho farmhouse patio with a striped rug, a wicker egg-shaped chair, some baksets, potted blooms and a rustic side table with blooms
a boho meets farmhouse terrace with a stained table and bench, rattan chairs and a loveseat, potted greenery and plants
a boho porch with a double rattan chair with neutral cushions and pillows, a jute rug, some baskets hanging and potted plants
a boho porch with a rattan chair, lots of potted cacti and succulents and monochromatic textiles
a boho porch with rattan and wooden furniture, printed textiles, potted greenery and cacti is very welcoming
a boho porch with rattan furniture, neutral and printed textiles and potted greenery is a chic idea
a bright Mediterranean dining space with a blue round table, wicker chairs with coral cushions, bright blooms over the space and blue window frames
a bright outdoor living room with a grey sofa, turquoise rattan chairs, a green side table and some colorful cushions and pillows
a bright summer balcony with a rattan sofa, printed textiles, potted greenery and layered rugs feels very tropical-like
a contemporary outdoor space with a couple of egg-shaped rattan chairs, a fire pit and some greenery around
a contemporary porch with two round rattan suspended chairs, with a low coffee table and some pillows is lovely
a cool boho balcony with black and white tiles, rattan furniture wiht boho pillows, potted plants and a round table with candles is cool
a cool outdoor nook with rattan furniture, a rattan pouf, string lights and lots of greenery around is a lovely space
a cool rattan chair styled with soft pillows, with a side table and some greenery around is a lovely piece for outdoors
a cool rustic dining area with a reclaimed wooden table and rattan chairs and neutral linens is very chic
a cozy back porch with rattan furniture and a round table, with neutral upholstery, baskets and string lights is a lovely space
a cute small balcony with a large rattan egg chair and a rattan table, some statement plants and cozy textiles
a deck with rattan chairs, neutral pillows and coffee tables plus greenery is great
a double hanging rattan chair with printed pillows and a pillow on the floor, a small side table compose a cool porch for relaxing
a farmhouse porch with a wooden corner sofa, a rattan chair, printed pillows, blankets and layered rugs and some potted greenery
a large and welcoming balcony with wooden and wicker furniture, potted plants, a grill and some cozy textiles
a lively summer terrace with rattan furniture, a comfy sofa, printed textiles, a low table and lots of greenery around
a lovely balcony with wooden and rattan furniture, with potted plants and greenery, with printed pillows and rugs is a cool space
a lovely boho balcony with jute rugs, rattan furniture, a low sofa with lots of pillows, a pouf, a jute pouf with candles and potted plants
a lovely neutral boho balcony with rattan furniture, a hammock, a loveseat with a boho blanket, paper lamps, macrame and fringe is a very cozy space
a lovely outdoor boho space with rattan and stained furniture, neutral pillows, plants and blooms and some boho rugs
a lovely patio with wicker chairs, a coffee table, a greenery wall and some potted greenery is very welcoming
a lovely terrace with a red brick wall, rattan furniture, printed pillows and lots of potted greenery and blooms around
a minimalist back porch in Scandi style, with rattan chairs and a pouf, potted greenery is a lovely space to enjoy nature
a modern boho outdoor dining space with a built-in bench, a stained table, rattan furniture, a mirror and grasses in a vase
a modern outdoor dining area with a stained table, rattan chairs, woven pendant lamps and some blooms is lovely
a modern terrace with black wooden slabs, wicker furniture, grey and neutral upholstery and potted greenery
a nautical terrace with a rattan lounger and a wooden chest, an umbrella, some nautical textiles and greenery to refresh the space
a neutral boho balcony with rattan boho furniture, a jute rug, a macrame hanging, a sunburst mirror, some potted plants and cacti is very welcoming
a neutral boho balcony with rattan furniture, grasses in vases, lanterns and neutral textiles
a neutral boho terrace with rattan chairs, black and white pillows, potted greenery and paper pendant lamps
a neutral terrace with rattan furniture, a printed rug, pillows, woven lamps and some greenery
a porch with rattan chairs and neutral pillows, a jute pouf and a coffee table is a cool space to have some rest in
Cons Of Rattan Furniture
Rattan furniture is not the most affordable outdoor furniture. In fact, it wouldn’t be wrong to consider it one of the costliest outdoor furniture.
The loose weaves of rattan furniture can negatively impact its appearance. Also, because rattan furniture is a long-term investment and comes with an expensive price tag, you should ensure you’re buying the correct piece.
a pretty boho balcony with black and white rugs, faux fur and white blankets, wicker chairs, candle lanterns and jute poufs, potted plants is amazing for spending time here
a red rattan chair with a colorful pillow and a bold rug, some potted plants for a colorful outdoor space
a relaxed neutral boho rug with rattan furniture, neutral upholstery, potted greenery, a chandelier and some bulbs hanging over the space
a seaside terrace with rattan furniture, neutral pillows, a coffee table and a gorgeous sea view
a set of light-colored wicker furniture, some greeneryand a blanket - you won't need more
a small and pretty Scandinavian porch with rattan seating furniture with floral upholstery, a round rattan table and some blooms is summer-ready
a small balcony with sheer curtains, lights, a wicker lamp, rattan furniture, statement plants and baskets is very cozy
a small boho balcony with a black and white rug, rattan chairs with yellow pillows, a black and white pouf, potted plants and hanging planters
a small outdoor space with rattan chairs, a coffee table, a printed rug, a watering can with fake lemons for a bold touch
a small patio with wicker furniture, a pouf, some candle lanterns, a woven pendant lamp and greenery around
a stylish and laconic boho balcony with a jute rug, a cork bench, a rattan hanging chair, some pampas grass, rattan stools and a basket and paper pendant lamps
a stylish veranda with rattan chairs, a blue table and a sofa, a rattan table and a wicker lamp plus green shutters on the windows
a summer space with a wooden wall, rattan furniture and lots of potted greenery and blooms for a garden feel
a suspended rattan chair with lots of pillows is always a good idea and it will easily match almost any outdoor space
a tropical outdoor area with rattan furniture, boho rugs and a leather pouf is a cool solution
a tropical outdoor space with a rattan daybed, a rattan pouf and a side table, layered rugs and tropical plants around
a tropical outdoor space with chic and bold rattan furniture, boho rugs and statement plants around
a tropical porch with a rattanegg-shaped suspended chair and a rattan sofa with printed cushions plus greenery around
a tropical terrace with rattan furniture, printed pillows and blankets, potted plants, mosaic tiles, a printed rug and some lamps
a welcoming balcony with a black rattan chair, a rattan coffee table, printed textiles, potted plants around is cool
an all-white patio with tall walls, some rattan furniture, a coffee table, a living tree, some potted greenery and blooms
black rattan chairs, a tree stump stool with drinks and some greeneyr around to organize a cool outdoor sitting space
tall rattan chairs and a matching side table can be used both indoors and outdoors