Wicker furniture originated in ancient Egypt and used to be a very expensive type of furniture. Wicker was a valued material for a long time, and many middle-class families could only afford small pieces of wicker like baskets. As demand grew and synthetic wicker was introduced, wicker became a staple in most households whether in the form of a chair, couch, or cabinet. It is made from weaving materials such as rattan, paper, bamboo, grasses, or narrow woods like willow branches. Wicker furniture can be used both indoors and outdoors, and there are many benefits of using wicker furniture in your home!
Quality and Maintenance
Wicker furniture is well-known for its high quality. Synthetic wicker is rust-proof, and all frames from the Wickery are made from aluminium to help the pieces remain strong in all types of weather. Outdoor wicker furniture is basically maintenance-free besides a wipe down every now and again. Since it is constructed from polyethylene fibers, it won’t warp or fade. Both synthetic wicker and another type of wicker, resin wicker, are very durable. Resin wicker looks similar to natural wicker, but can withstand both extreme heat and cold weather conditions better than natural wicker. It is low maintenance, comfortable, stable, doesn’t require repainting, and is long lasting. Inside, natural wicker and rattan can be used since the pieces won’t be subject to such extreme temperatures, and maintenance is just as easy: a quick wipe down and they’re good as new!
Lightweight
If you’re the type of person who moves frequently, likes to rearrange their furniture often, or vacuums often, then wicker furniture might be the best kind you can get. It is very lightweight and easy to move. It is easy for pretty much anyone to lift and move wicker furniture around. This is also helpful as it will make moving your furniture in and out of storage during the winter months easier. Fortunately, as we mentioned before, this lightweight furniture is still extremely strong. If you’ve ever had wicker furniture in the past, you know just how rigidly it will hold, so you won’t have to worry about sagging chairs or couches.
Appearance
Wicker isn’t only light in weight. It can also be used to bring light, natural elements into any living space. Wicker furniture has been around for centuries, so it has a timeless style. Different types of woven patterns look unique and feel classy and luxurious in any space. It also pairs well with other furniture because of the neutral colors of the wicker, so whether your home has a simple style or is full of statement pieces, your wicker furniture will blend in seamlessly.
Versatile
That brings us to the next benefit of wicker: its versatility! Wicker furniture is versatile both in the types of spaces it can be used (indoor and outdoor) but also the materials it uses. Pieces can be made from rattan, paper, grasses, narrow woods like willow branches, or bamboo (although bamboo is not used as often in furniture due to its hollow center). Each of these materials will have a different look to it because of the variant colors, thicknesses, and patterns available. Also, since wicker furniture has a natural look about it, it can integrate well into both modern and more traditional homes.
Cost Effective
If you’re looking for a budget friendly type furniture, then wicker furniture is one of your best options! Certainly wicker furniture can be more expensive than other types of furniture upfront, but since it is easy to maintain, you likely won’t have to spend a lot of money repairing it. Regular couches and chairs get saggy cushions, scratched and torn fabric, beat up armrests, and, sometimes, internal wooden structures can break making them lumpy, uncomfortable. With wicker, the furniture’s inherent rigidity means it should hold strong so that you won’t have to continually buy new furniture to replace it, saving you money in the long run.
Wicker furniture has many benefits which make it ideal for both indoor or outdoor spaces. What other benefits of wicker furniture do you know of? Let us know in the comments!
