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A garden dining set turns a patio or lawn into an outdoor room - somewhere to linger over breakfast in the sun, feed a crowd at a barbecue, or wind down with a drink as the evening cools. Our range covers compact bistro sets for balconies and small patios, four- and six-seaters for family dining, and larger sets for entertaining, in weather-ready rattan, aluminium, steel and treated wood, many with coordinating cushions.
Below is practical advice on choosing materials that last outdoors, sizing your space and keeping everything looking its best - with fast UK delivery and 30-day returns on every order.
Outdoor furniture lives with the British weather, so the material matters more than anywhere indoors.
Measure your patio or decking as carefully as you would a dining room. Allow enough clear space around the table for chairs to pull out and for people to pass behind - around 70cm or more from the table edge is comfortable outdoors. A bistro set suits a balcony or small patio for two, a four-seater fits most patios, and a six-seater or larger needs a generous, level area. If space is tight, look for stacking chairs or a set with a bench that tucks under the table when it's not in use.
The details decide whether people stay for hours or drift indoors. Look for cushions in showerproof, quick-dry fabric, and bring them inside or into a box when they're not in use to prolong their life. Many dining sets include a parasol hole in the centre of the table - handy for shade on a hot day, though the parasol itself may be sold separately, so check the listing. A set with reclining or high-backed chairs invites longer, more relaxed meals than upright bistro seating.
A little care keeps a garden set going for years. Wipe rattan and metal frames with warm soapy water now and then, and rinse off pollen and bird mess promptly. Over winter, store cushions indoors and either bring the furniture inside or cover it with a breathable, waterproof cover, ideally raised off the ground so damp can't pool. Aluminium and synthetic rattan are the most forgiving if you'd rather leave the set out, while wood and steel reward a bit more attention. When the sun returns, pair your set with a few extra garden chairs for guests.
Synthetic PE rattan and aluminium are the easiest to live with, resisting rust and fading with minimal care. Powder-coated steel is sturdy, and treated wood is warm and characterful but benefits from occasional oiling. All do best with a cover or storage over winter.
Measure your patio and leave around 70cm or more around the table for chairs and walking space. A bistro set suits a balcony for two, a four-seater fits most patios, and a six-seater or larger needs a generous, level area.
Aluminium and synthetic rattan cope best if left out, ideally under a breathable waterproof cover raised off the ground. For longevity, bring cushions indoors and, where you can, store or cover the furniture over winter to protect it from damp and frost.
Many sets include seat cushions, and lots of tables have a central parasol hole. The parasol itself is often sold separately, so check the individual product details to see exactly what's included.
Wipe rattan and metal frames with warm soapy water, and rinse off pollen and bird mess promptly so it doesn't stain. Let cushions dry fully before storing, and treat wooden sets with a suitable oil now and then to keep the colour rich.
We deliver across the UK, carefully packed, and every garden dining set is covered by our 30-day returns policy, so you can be confident it suits your outdoor space.
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