Outdoor Furniture

Outdoor furniture buying guide

Browse outdoor furniture by type

Trade Tested is your one-stop shop for quality outdoor furniture in New Zealand. Choose from categories including:

Dining sets: Features outdoor tables and outdoor chairs in wood, concrete, and plastic.

Lounge suites: Sofa, chair, and coffee table sets, including 2 and 3+ piece outdoor settings.

Recliners: Larger chairs made of plastic, wood, or metal, perfect for summer relaxation.

Other chairs: Including bean bags, benches, day beds, hanging chairs, and picnic tables.

Storage boxes: Weatherproof resin outdoor storage for toys and tools.

Outdoor umbrellas: Durable protection against harmful UV rays.

Outdoor furniture comparison chart

Type	Pieces	Materials	Ideal location
Dining set	5-13 pc	Wood, resin, metal, concrete	Deck, patio
Lounge suite	2-4 pc	Wood, resin, metal, fabric	Deck, patio
Recliner	1 pc	Wood, resin, metal, fabric	Backyard, deck, poolside
Storage boxes	1 pc	Resin	Any outdoor area
Outdoor umbrellas	1 pc	Wood, metal, fabric	Backyard, deck, poolside
Outdoor tables	1 pc	Wood, resin, metal, concrete	Any outdoor area
Outdoor chairs	1 pc	Wood, resin, metal, concrete	Any outdoor area

Explore colours & decor styles

With a diverse range of materials like wood, concrete, metal, and resin, we have an outdoor furniture set for every home. Filter by brands like Keter, Palmako, Shelta, and our very own Trade Tested furniture line, all supplying high-quality products chosen and tested by us.

Find the perfect match for your style with popular colours and finishes like black, charcoal, beige, bare wood, and powder-coated metal. Top off your patio set with colourful cushions for a bold accent and a stylish rug that ties everything together.

Fit & care advice for NZ outdoor furniture

Allow 60-90 cm of clearance around your furniture. You can clean any outdoor furniture with a microfibre cloth, warm water, and a small amount of dish soap. Things to consider for specific materials include:

Resin plastic, imitation wood: We recommend storing your resin, imitation wood, and rattan outdoor furniture indoors or covering them during winter to avoid freezing and cracking.

Wood: Oil hardwoods regularly to maintain colour and longevity. For tough stains, use a stiff brush on dry wood, followed by a damp cloth. Make sure that the water doesn't pool up!

Metal: Be gentle with metallic surfaces, as any blemishes in the powder coating or galvanising can become susceptible to rust.

Glass: During rough weather, we suggest moving glass-top dining tables inside or tying down any backyard objects that could fly into them.

Concrete: Besides cleaning with a damp cloth, you can spray down concrete tables and seats with a medium-pressure garden nozzle. Avoid knocking hard objects into concrete furniture, as it can chip and scratch.

Fabric cushions: Spot clean with mild soapy water or a specialist outdoor fabric cleaner. Remove and wash covers with cold water on a delicate cycle. Store indoors or in a storage box over winter.

Real customer reviews & testimonials

“First outdoor set I've owned, and extremely pleased. All it promised to be.”

“It’s just perfect for our garden. Fabulous service from Trade Tested - they did exactly what it said on the box. Extremely helpful.”

“We had a small area that we wanted to furnish, and this filled the gap perfectly. Great quality and great value for money.”

Frequently asked questions

What material lasts longest in NZ weather?

Powder-coated aluminium is the most rustproof option for coastal conditions. UV-stabilised resin plastic is also designed to hold up well in salty air.

What type of outdoor furniture lasts the longest?

With proper maintenance and care, most materials can last a long time. However, aluminium and resin are the most suitable if you are looking for a low-maintenance, long-lasting outdoor furniture material.

How to choose the right size for my patio?

Measure your patio space and allow at least 60–90cm of clearance around furniture for comfortable movement and access.

What is the best month to buy outdoor furniture?

Late summer is traditionally the best time to buy outdoor furniture if you’re on the lookout for discounts, as it’s when most furniture retailers clear their inventory. At Trade Tested, we have fantastic outdoor furniture deals running all year round—subscribe to our newsletter for the latest promotions.

What is the most weather-resistant garden furniture?

Aluminium and resin-based garden furniture (including rattan garden furniture) are the most weather-resistant, as they don’t rust, warp, or fade easily in harsh outdoor conditions.

Why buy outdoor furniture from Trade Tested

Whether you’re looking for outdoor pool furniture or outdoor dining sets, you’ll find it all at Trade Tested. Easily sort our products by popularity, price, reviews, or new arrivals, and choose from a wide variety of sizes, colours, and styles.

We offer nationwide delivery or in-store pickup from our Auckland location. Every piece of outdoor furniture comes with at least a 12-month warranty. With a 4.7★ average rating from over 1,900 Kiwi customers and excellent customer support six days a week, there's no better place to order your outdoor furniture online.