Wicker furniture is made from materials such as willow, reed, bamboo and rattan. It can also be manufactured with the use of a plastic material and is referred to as synthetic wicker. The furniture that is made from materials found in nature is generally called natural wicker. Natural wicker furniture can easily be used inside or outside of the home. Wicker furniture is made to be light, easy to move, and is very sturdy. It can be made in entire sets including a sofa, chair and love seat. More than often wicker tables will also be made to match a living area set. 

Synthetic outdoor wicker furniture is becoming a very popular choice for outdoor living areas. The furniture for use outdoors is usually made in colors that match nature perfectly. This type of furniture can be purchased in sets or in single pieces. The synthetic wicker frame, that many manufacturers produce, will be made from aluminum. This aluminum is coated with synthetic wicker to prevent rusting. They also have cushions made exclusively for outdoor use on the wicker furniture.

Natural wicker dining furniture can be used on a patio for casual dining in the great outdoors. Wicker patio furniture does not hold heat in as some other materials made for outdoor dining sets do. This allows a person to sit in comfort and not have to worry about burning their guests when they dine. There are many different styles and colors of wicker dining sets available today. They are sold in sets that have up to six chairs included with table and in smaller bistro sets that have two chairs included with a smaller table.

Garden wicker furniture has been around for many years. It is durable and light in weight. There are many different varieties of this type of garden furniture on the market today. They are easier to maintain than many other types of garden furniture. This is because of the finish that many manufacturers put over the wicker. It allows water to run right off and keeps the furniture from mildewing or molding.

Wicker tiki bars are making a huge hit these days. They can be used along with other garden wicker furniture to make the outdoors a comfortable, yet stylish, entertaining area. Tiki bars are usually made from bamboo material and is woven into the wicker design. Many have optional counters that match the bar as well as stools to complete the set.

Loungers are a very popular choice in outdoor furniture and now they are available in wicker. The wicker loungers offer comfort as well as style. These can come in either the natural wicker or in the synthetic kind and each can be used for many years.