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What To Look for in Outdoor Furniture

February 26, 2026
Outdoor patio set with woven rattan sectional sofa, navy blue cushions, patterned throw pillows, matching ottoman, and rectangular wood-look table.

The sun is shining, your calendar is cleared, and you’ve got friends on the way over — now what?! If you’ve long wanted to set up the perfect patio party but don’t have the pieces to make it happen, let Bob’s help you design the deck of your dreams! Here’s what to look for in outdoor furniture:

Tip #1: Look for materials built to withstand the weather

The first step to styling a better backyard? Making sure that it can hold up to those summer rain showers!

Look for sturdy materials like rust-proof, all-weather wicker and fade-resistant upholstery made to withstand the wear-and-tear of outdoor use. Need inspiration? My staycation-ready Palm Harbor collection’s built with both all-weather wicker and fade-resistant upholstery, making it the ideal choice for creating your own tropical resort without ever leaving home!

Want to recreate your favorite sleek, chic, five-star hotel pool deck? My contemporary Cambia sofa lets you soak up some sun without worrying whether your cushions are going to soak up some mildew, thanks to its fade- and weather-resistant cushions.

Getting ready for your annual family BBQ? Entertain in style with my well-built, rust-proof, all-weather wicker Oasis conversation set — just add burgers!  

Outdoor patio set with woven rattan sectional sofa, navy blue cushions, patterned throw pillows, matching ottoman, and rectangular wood-look table.

Tip #2: Don’t sacrifice style for comfort

It’s fun to spend a whole weekend lounging in your backyard — as long as the furniture’s actually comfortable! Make sure that your poolside or patio lounging options are as comfy as they look with our signature Bob-O-Pedic® Memory Foam cushioning, built to withstand hours of reading, relaxing, and midday napping (make sure you wear that SPF!).

Tip #3: Make it your own

We know, we know — when you moved in, you took one look at that oddly-shaped backyard and thought, “Ah, it’ll be fine!” And now you’re scratching your head, wondering if you can squeeze an outdoor sectional in — if you lay it sideways. Don’t despair! You can customize your outdoor space to your heart’s delight with our best-selling Modular Bob™ outdoor collection — with options like an all-weather wicker and Bob-O-Pedic® Memory Foam modular sectional you can style for your space. Now, where to put the grill…