Outdoor Lounge Sets

Unlike indoor lounges, outdoor lounges should be cohesive. In the outdoors, there are a lot more variable that comes into play. Your outdoor space will have different focal points fighting for attention, and your outdoor lounge set needs to be uniform and striking to make an impression.

Individual pieces are great for conveying personality, but they can’t stand their own against the multitude of colours in an outdoor area. Outdoor lounge sets’ matching colour scheme, uniform height, and cohesive style, on the other hand,  create an interesting focus. Therefore, it’s always better to have an outdoor lounge set and add your personal touches once you have a clear focal point.

Outdoor lounge sets are designed to fill your outdoor space, so smaller sets have less furniture for a small space and bigger sets have more furniture. Hence, you should consider how big of a space you have before committing to a set. Small outdoor lounge sets usually include a modular sofa with an outdoor coffee table. Bigger sets can include two or more sofas, armchairs, a table, and an umbrella.

Olan Living has smaller and bigger sets depending on your space. To give you a clear idea of the set size, let’s compare our smallest and biggest sets. Our smallest set includes a simple L-shaped sofa with a small table. Small outdoor lounge sets are great for a relaxing evening out. Our biggest set has two armchairs, a two-seater sofa, a coffee table, and a canopy umbrella.

Remember, consider how big your space is and choose accordingly.

Outdoor lounge sets are priced based on size. Hence, if you have a bigger space, you are paying more. However, personal tastes also matter when determining your budget. Most outdoor lounge sets in the market are made from aluminium, timber, or wicker. Aluminium-framed outdoor sets are worth more but last longer due to their corrosion resistance. Timber or wicker might be cheaper, but high-quality ones are more expensive.

Overall, you are looking at $1,500 - $2,500 for smaller sets and $5,500 - $10,000 for medium to big sets.

In Australia, we have blazing-hot summers and freezing-cold winters. We also have crazy winds and regular rains. Hence, your outdoor lounge set should have a degree of weather resistance to survive. It’s a good idea to invest in weatherproof and corrosion-resistant furniture frames. Some common materials in the market are:

• Timber
• Wicker
• Aluminium
• Galvanised steel
• Teak

Out of all these frame materials, the most weather-resistant will be aluminium, teak, timber, and wicker. If treated or coated right, these materials will last long without significant damage. Moreover, these materials look great, complementing any decor style. The cushions and pillows should also be weather-resistant. Therefore, choose cushions that are made of polyester. Polyester is highly effective against rainwater and easy to clean. They are also more durable even after daily use.

Last but not least, consider the style you’re going for. Aluminium and wicker lounge sets are great for minimalist and modern houses. Timber and teak will fit right in Scandinavian-style houses. Intricate woven wicker and stained timber suits vintage-style houses best.

However, there’s no stopping you from mixing things up a bit!