Rattan garden furniture is a must! But rattan has to be of high quality for it to last as long as possible.
Whether for a table, a sectional or dining table chairs, rattan resin must be of the highest grade. Resin has a molecular memory, that is it goes back to its initial shape all the time. You need to touch it and test it to find out if it has good elasticity and pliability. A low-grade resin will be more difficult to move and have less elasticity. After sitting regularly on the same spot, it splits more rapidly and won’t resist as much to seasonal temperature extremes.
Resin quality also has an impact on colour. At Trévi, resin fibres are dyed before being woven. Thus, if the resin is cut, the colour is still solid inside. The dye is not simply a colour coating; it also allows the colour to gain durability.
As for the texture, it contributes to light reflection. If your garden furniture lightly loses its colour with time, it won’t show thanks to the fabric light reflection characteristics.
So why avoid buying very fashionable rattan furniture? Simply opt for quality rattan and keep your furniture for a very long time.
