Patio Furniture

[Unplugged]

We considered this, but since we need at least 10 chairs, 4 chaise longues (and BTW the L. L. Bean has no matching chaise), plus side tables, it was going to cost us at least $5000 without shipping just for the chairs with no footstools and the chaises.

And it's still "plastic," although granted they do look better than the Home Depot chairs which are actually more comfortable because they're not so hard. So we decided not to invest that kind of money in outdoor furniture after just spending a fortune on beautiful ones.

True - the LL Bean product is 'fancy plastic' as Mermaid states, but that's where the comparison ends - normal 'plastic' breaks down (which is called 'planned obsolescence', so you will keep returning for new pieces).

I'm here to tell you this stuff holds up. Walmart or Home Depot's may be 'molded' for a comfortable fit, but what good is it if it doesn't last and the guests complain about how worn out it looks. We also purchased Bean's seat cushions which takes care of the comfort issue (they fit quite nicely in the owner's closet when we leave ;-) ).

When it comes to flimsy plastic, even if they aren't vocal about it - beleive me, guests are certainly thinking it: "...with such a nice beach home, why would they buy such cheap furniture???..."

High-density polyethylene furniture is actually quite inexpensive if you calculate the years of use it provides - even without the matching chaise lounges

BTW: shipping was free when purchased with our LL Bean Visa
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[Ocean Lover]

True - the LL Bean product is 'fancy plastic' as Mermaid states, but that's where the comparison ends - normal 'plastic' breaks down (which is called 'planned obsolescence', so you will keep returning for new pieces).

I'm here to tell you this stuff holds up. Walmart or Home Depot's may be 'molded' for a comfortable fit, but what good is it if it doesn't last and the guests complain about how worn out it looks. We also purchased Bean's seat cushions which takes care of the comfort issue (they fit quite nicely in the owner's closet when we leave ;-) ).

When it comes to flimsy plastic, even if they aren't vocal about it - beleive me, guests are certainly thinking it: "...with such a nice beach home, why would they buy such cheap furniture???..."

High-density polyethylene furniture is actually quite inexpensive if you calculate the years of use it provides - even without the matching chaise lounges

BTW: shipping was free when purchased with our LL Bean Visa
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But you could buy 24 cheap chairs for the price of one LLBean! As a renter I wouldn't care but I would like the comfy cushions.

 

[Mermaid]

High-density polyethylene furniture is actually quite inexpensive if you calculate the years of use it provides - even without the matching chaise lounges



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So it's hurricane-proof? Won't blow away in high winds?

(Sorry for ribbing ya, UP, but I couldn't resist. ;-) )

 

[Bernster]

I have had good luck with teak furniture. I pressure wash them once a year and they look like new again. I don't put any teak oil or finish on furniture. My teak furniture is from Sam's Club in Panama City and Costco in Atlanta. Costco will be opening a store in Destin in the not-too-distant future.

 

[Unplugged]

So it's hurricane-proof? Won't blow away in high winds?

(Sorry for ribbing ya, UP, but I couldn't resist. ;-) )

No problem Mermaid, I enjoy it

From my experience, they are indeed 'tropical storm-proof' and will not blow away. All bets are off when winds hit category 1 and above... :shock:

 

[Rudyjohn]

When it comes to flimsy plastic, even if they aren't vocal about it - beleive me, guests are certainly thinking it: "...with such a nice beach home, why would they buy such cheap furniture???..."



I'm totally with you on this one. If I'm paying $4 or $5k a week just for lodging alone, I don't want to sit on Walmart chairs. It does look chintzy. Seriously, it's the whole package. Now, that's easy for me to say because I don't own anything there. I say buy fewer chairs but have good quality.

 

[Sheila]

When it comes to flimsy plastic, even if they aren't vocal about it - beleive me, guests are certainly thinking it: "...with such a nice beach home, why would they buy such cheap furniture???..."



I'm totally with you on this one. If I'm paying $4 or $5k a week just for lodging alone, I don't want to sit on Walmart chairs. It does look chintzy. Seriously, it's the whole package. Now, that's easy for me to say because I don't own anything there. I say buy fewer chairs but have good quality.

Geez and I thought keeping my rates reasonable, and keeping my home maintained, my pool cleaned, and a welcome gift would be enough. Now I have to buy expensive plastic furniture to keep my guests coming back! Shoot!

 

[Rudyjohn]

Geez and I thought keeping my rates reasonable, and keeping my home maintained, my pool cleaned, and a welcome gift would be enough. Now I have to buy expensive plastic furniture to keep my guests coming back! Shoot!

It's all about the whole package. I'm just being honest. But If I'm paying $1,000/week, then there is a difference of what's expected. I rarely pay as much as I quoted above, but if I do, it's gotta be nice AND clean.

 

[josebby]

I can second the thumbs up for Westminsterteak.com. The company is great to work with, the furniture is wonderful, and the prices are by far the best I've found for the quality. We've had an extension table and eight arm chairs on our gulf front covered/uncovered porches for 2 1/2 years, only bringing them in when hurricanes threaten. We pressure washed them this year and they looks great. No need for cushions, either, as the chairs are very comfortable. No idea why your chairs are breaking, but that's not characteristic of all teak. Teak lasts forever if given minimal care. Well worth the initial investment.

So happy to hear a Costco is opening in Destin. When and where?

 

[Beach Runner]

High-density polyethylene furniture is actually quite inexpensive if you calculate the years of use it provides - even without the matching chaise lounges.

So then what do you do for coordinating chaise longues?