Passionate outdoor living enthusiasts dedicated to helping Australians create beautiful outdoor spaces
Best Outdoor Furniture Australia was born from a simple frustration: finding reliable, honest information about outdoor furniture in Australia was incredibly difficult. Back in 2020, our founding team—a group of landscape designers, interior stylists, and backyard renovation enthusiasts—found ourselves constantly fielding questions from friends and family about which outdoor dining sets would actually survive our harsh Australian summers, or whether that beautiful rattan lounge would hold up against coastal salt spray.
We realised that while there was plenty of generic outdoor furniture advice online, very little of it addressed the unique challenges Australian homeowners face. Our climate is unlike anywhere else: we experience extreme UV exposure that can fade and crack inferior materials within months, summer temperatures that make metal furniture untouchable by midday, coastal conditions that accelerate corrosion, and sudden storms that can destroy flimsy construction overnight. We needed a resource that understood these realities.
So we created one. Best Outdoor Furniture Australia started as a passion project, with our team pooling years of hands-on experience testing outdoor furniture in real Australian conditions. We've personally installed and evaluated hundreds of outdoor dining sets, lounge suites, sun loungers, and accessories across properties from Queensland's tropical coast to Melbourne's temperamental four-seasons-in-one-day climate. We've learned which powder coatings actually resist rust, which synthetic wicker formulations truly handle UV exposure, and which cushion fabrics genuinely repel water rather than just claiming to.
Our mission is straightforward: to be the most trusted, comprehensive resource for outdoor furniture information in Australia. We believe every Australian deserves an outdoor space they love—whether that's a compact apartment balcony with just enough room for a bistro set, a suburban patio perfect for weekend barbecues, or an expansive backyard designed for large family gatherings. Our job is to provide the knowledge and recommendations that help you make informed decisions, regardless of your budget or space constraints.
We're committed to editorial independence. While we do earn commissions through our Amazon affiliate partnerships (which is how we keep this site running without charging readers), our recommendations are based solely on product quality, durability, and value. We regularly feature products across all price ranges because we know that the best outdoor furniture for your situation depends on your specific needs, not just how much you're willing to spend.
Every product recommendation on our site goes through a rigorous evaluation process. We examine construction quality, material specifications, warranty terms, and user reviews from verified Australian purchasers. We pay special attention to how products perform in our specific climate conditions—checking for UV-stabilised plastics, marine-grade hardware, weather-resistant cushion fills, and properly treated timber. When we write about teak maintenance or aluminium frame durability, we're drawing on real experience, not manufacturer marketing claims.
Our educational content follows the same standards. Our guides on topics like seasonal furniture care, space planning, and material selection are written by team members with genuine expertise in these areas. We explain concepts like Martindale rub counts for outdoor fabrics, the difference between FSC-certified and plantation teak, and why certain frame welding techniques matter for longevity. This isn't information you'll find in a typical product description—it's the knowledge that comes from years of working with outdoor furniture professionally.
Founder & Lead Editor
Former landscape architect with 15 years of experience designing outdoor living spaces across Sydney and the Central Coast. James oversees all content and product evaluations.
Senior Writer
Interior stylist specialising in indoor-outdoor flow design. Sarah brings expertise in colour coordination, space planning, and creating cohesive outdoor aesthetics.
Technical Reviewer
Former furniture manufacturing quality inspector with deep knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and durability testing standards.
We understand that trust is earned, not given. Here's what sets us apart: we actually use the products we recommend. Members of our team have outdoor furniture from brands we've featured sitting on their own patios and decks right now. When we say a particular dining set handles Brisbane humidity well, it's because one of our writers has had it on their deck for two summers. When we recommend a specific brand of outdoor cushions for their quick-dry properties, it's because we've tested them ourselves.
We also believe in transparency. We clearly disclose our affiliate relationships, explain our evaluation criteria, and acknowledge when we haven't personally tested a product. We update our content regularly as we learn more about product performance over time, and we're always happy to hear from readers about their own experiences. Your feedback makes our recommendations better for everyone.
Thank you for trusting us to help you create an outdoor space you'll love for years to come.