One of the hottest trends in the world of decor and design, rattan furniture is rocketing in popularity for both indoors and outdoors use. Elegant and stylish to look at yet strong and durable, it’s little surprise that there’s such a demand for this versatile piece of furniture. We take a closer look at 45 of the amazing benefits of this fantastic piece of furniture.
1) Traditional design
Rattan is not the same as wicker; rattan refers to the strong vine material whilst wicker is a description of the centuries old techniques used to craft furniture. The woven design is instantly recognisable as a traditional design which has been around for an extremely long time, and is as popular now as it was in the past.
2) Contemporary look
Although rattan is a very traditional material used to create woven natural pieces of furniture, it has been updated to create a very funky and contemporary style. With the use of minimalistic colours and patterns on the upholstery, modern rattan looks very different to furniture of the past and is unmistakably a fashion-forward piece of decor.
3) Complementary for every decor
The fusion of traditional techniques and contemporary styling means that rattan furniture is in the enviable position of working with all types of decor. Whether you have an antique theme or have opted for a simple and monochrome modern vibe, rattan furniture will complement your other pieces, adding texture and an unexpected twist.
4) Suitable for interior design
Rattan is particularly known for being suitable for use in the garden but it’s also a superb material for household furniture too. Traditionally used in the conservatory, rattan is starting to appear in rooms all over the house because of its unique qualities which can’t be replicated by other materials. Looking elegant and being totally functional are no longer mutually exclusive thanks to rattan design.
5) Economical
A premium material, rattan is certainly not cheap and cheerful, but compared to other materials, it’s an extremely economical buy. Not only is this because the purchase price is very competitive, but also because it lasts so long. This durability means that you won’t have to replace it as quickly, making what you pay for it a truly worthwhile investment.
6) On-trend
Rattan is a material which is gathering more popularity all of the time, for an increasing number of uses. A type of furniture which has always been much in demand, appetite is spiralling even higher because of the desire to seek out new materials for home decor. Rattan offers benefits not found in more traditional furniture materials, such as timber, and homeowners are discovering how good it looks in every room in the house. The trend for rattan shows no sign of stopping, or even slowing down, any time soon.
7) Comfortable
No matter how trendy a piece of furniture is, if it’s not comfortable, you’re soon going to tire of it and be keen to buy a replacement. Rattan is one of the most comfortable seats you can get, offering a very slight yield but with good support too. Coupled with the soft upholstered cushions (which help to prevent sagging) you’ll find a rattan chair welcomes you into its arms without sucking you too far into its depths.
8) Attractive
Of course, while comfort is possibly one of the most important priorities in a chair or sofa, you won’t want to sacrifice stylish good looks either. Thankfully with rattan you can have the best of both worlds. Not only is it soft and relaxing to sit on, it also looks sensational in every room. Rattan is a stylish and sophisticated material and will be a real feature piece in your decor.
9) Perfect for the garden
Rattan is perhaps most associated with garden furniture and there’s no denying that its intrinsic qualities make it perfect for use outdoors. Able to shrug off the extremes of the weather, while looking natural and complementing your garden decor, rattan is the first choice for any kind of outdoors furniture, from daybeds to loungers.
10) Links up interior and exterior
The boundaries between outdoors and in have become increasingly blurred and one of the hottest looks is to create a flow between the two environments which is almost seamless. Because rattan is a suitable material for both indoors and out, it’s the obvious choice to create this all-encompassing style which allows both the decking and garden furniture to match effortlessly with the furniture inside the home.