Reasons To Take Another Look At Wicker Furniture

If you’re considering updating your cafe seating then you might want to take a look at wicker furniture. It’s an option that’s often overlooked and yet it’s a material which works really well in the hospitality industry because resin wicker, in particular, can be used indoors and outside, adding to its versatility.

What is wicker furniture?

It’s often thought that the term ‘wicker’ relates to the type of material that the furniture is made from, whereas it is actually the name given to the process of weaving and the end result. Traditionally wicker furniture has been made from natural materials such as willow, cane, reeds, and rattan which has great elasticity that makes it easy to work with when creating different shapes for chairs. But ever more popular is furniture known as resin wicker which is in fact made from a synthetic material, notably polyurethene, with the end result intended to look like wicker.

There are many advantages to using wicker furniture in a commercial setting, such as a cafe or bar, so let’s take a look:

Aesthetics

Wicker is a great way of achieving that dreamy French cafe look and never really seems to go out of fashion. Resin wicker is often woven onto cane or aluminium frames which can be easily made into a variety of shapes, sizes, and forms to create a chair that is light weight and portable. Made in a variety of colours and styles, it’s easy to find furniture to match your décor and meet your needs.

Comfort

Although wicker chairs can feel firm and hard to the touch they are surprising comfortable because of the elasticity within the weave which offers good support as you sit down on it. You can also add seat cushions if you want to make your chairs look and feel more cosy, especially with the winter months setting in.

Durability

Resin wicker is particularly strong and durable since it is UV treated and won’t crack or split when it’s outside. It’s especially suited to bustling cafe life because of the fact that it is resistant to spills and moisture.

Practical

As mentioned earlier wicker furniture can be used indoors and outside meaning you can buy in bulk and save money by using this same furniture throughout your venue. Since it’s lightweight it means it can be easily re-arranged to meet your business demands too. If you choose wicker chairs made from natural materials then you’re also doing your bit for the planet since bamboo, cane, and rattan is sustainable and readily available in tropical countries.

We’ve got some great Parisian side chairs and armchairs in a variety of colours and styles which will add the certain “je ne sais quoi” to your establishment, so why not browse our online store or visit our showroom in Campbellfield where you can try them out. If you need any further information on any of our products then please don’t hesitate to contact us on (03) 9125 6859 where our knowledgeable staff will be able to help you.