Rattan and wicker are two popular types of outdoor furniture on the market nowadays, and many people tend to confuse them. Still, they have very different styles, each with their own advantages and disadvantages, which are actually very easy to recognize. You will find that one of them is more suitable for outdoor furniture than the other. Next Honeywell Rattan brings you a detailed understanding of their differences:
Rattan vs Wicker Furniture: What’s the Difference?
Rattan furniture is mainly made by using natural rattan as the raw material after weaving, while wicker furniture refers to a type of weaving, that uses raw materials that can be either natural or plastic, so this is the core difference between them.
If you want to understand the two materials, rattan and wicker, you can read our other article, Rattan vs Wicker.
Rattan Furniture Advantage
I will first explain the advantages and disadvantages of rattan furniture for outdoor use.
Appearance
All of them are made of natural materials, each natural rattan is unique, so it adds a natural beauty to the furniture.
Durability
Natural rattan is so resilient and durable that furniture made from it can last up to 30 years with careful care.
Breathability
Rattan furniture is exceptionally sweat-absorbent and breathable, allowing it to be used outdoors in the heat.
Environmental Friendliness
Rattan is a natural material and a renewable resource that does not harm the natural environment or the body in its use.
Rattan Furniture Disadvantage
Not Waterproof
Rattan furniture is not waterproof and should be used outdoors to avoid rain. If used in the rain for a long time it will cause the rattan to mold and break.
Expensive
High-quality natural rattan furniture will generally be more expensive. This is because many of the steps in between the harvesting of the raw material and the finished furniture are done by hand.
High Maintenance
Rattan furniture needs to be cleaned and taken care of on a regular basis so as to ensure that it lasts long enough.
You can read our other article to learn how to care for rattan furniture.
Wicker Furniture Advantage
Just now we understand the advantages and disadvantages of rattan furniture together, we also know that wicker furniture can be woven with natural or plastic materials, it is different materials have different advantages and disadvantages, the advantages and disadvantages of natural materials and rattan furniture are the same, so the next step is to understand the advantages and disadvantages of plastic materials wicker furniture for outdoor use.
Appearance
Rattan made of plastic comes in a variety of colors and shapes to choose from, so it weaves a wide range of styles of furniture.
Durability
Plastic rattans are more durable than natural rattans and are not easy to break.
Waterproof
Wicker furniture is waterproof and it is not afraid of rain.
Easy Maintenance
It does not require as much care and maintenance as rattan furniture, and stained areas can be cleaned directly with water.
Relatively Inexpensive
Compared to rattan furniture, wicker furniture is much cheaper because the main materials used are made of plastic pellets.
Wicker Furniture Disadvantage
Lower Comfort Level
Wicker furniture is not as comfortable to sit on as rattan furniture straight away, it needs an upholstered cushion to add to its comfort.
Aging and Fading
Choose high-quality plastic rattan that won’t fade and age easily, such as those made of PE, high-quality plastic rattan will ensure that your furniture will last 5-10 years.
Conclusion
From their own characteristics we can find that wicker furniture is more suitable for outdoor use than rattan furniture, of course, you can also use rattan furniture for outdoor, just need to pay attention to the rainy days when it is placed indoors, as much as possible to protect from the rain.
Rattan Vilata is a professional supplier of outdoor furniture materials, whether they are made of natural or plastic, and can meet your needs, feel free to contact us.
