Patio & Outdoor

Outdoor seating, fire pit tables and patio sets for living outside.

Buying guides & comparisons

Covered patio with a long cushioned outdoor sofa along one wall, a second sofa and a small table overlooking a lawn

What Size Outdoor Sectional Do I Need? Patio Sofa Size Guide

What size outdoor sectional do I need? Measure the patio, leave 3 ft to walk, then pick L or U length by seats. Size chart by patio, plus coffee table gaps.

Wicker patio sofa, two armchairs and a coffee table on a stone patio behind a suburban house.

Best Outdoor Sectional: 4 Patio Sofa Sets Compared

The best outdoor sectional is the Oasbira aluminum modular set. We compare 4 patio sectional sofas on frames, cushions, size and owner feedback.

Covered outdoor living area with a cushioned sofa, lounge chairs, a live-edge wood coffee table and woven pendant lamps

What Are the Trends in Patio Furniture for 2026? Outdoor Ideas

What are the trends in patio furniture for 2026? Natural materials, modular seating, earthy colors and low-maintenance finishes shape today's outdoor ideas.

Wicker sofa with beige cushions and floral throw pillows behind a glass-top table holding a tray of green glassware.

Best Patio Conversation Set: 5 Outdoor Furniture Sets Compared

The best patio conversation set is the Natural Expressions 4-piece metal set. We compare 5 outdoor furniture sets on cushions, frames and owner feedback.

How-to

A small concrete patio pad on a lawn behind a house, with one outdoor sectional and a dining table under the porch roof

How Much Space Do You Need for a Patio Conversation Set?

How much space do you need for a patio conversation set? Plan about 13 x 11 ft for a loveseat-and-chair set and 17 x 13 ft for a sofa set, walkways included.

Sunlit enclosed porch with wicker furniture and views of lush greenery

How to Clean Outdoor Cushions: Fabric, Covers and Mildew

How to clean outdoor cushions: vacuum, scrub with mild soap and warm water, rinse well, and dry on edge. Includes covers, mildew and machine-wash tips.

Cushioned outdoor sofa and armchairs on a covered wooden patio deck

How to Protect Outdoor Furniture in Winter: Patio Guide

How to protect outdoor furniture in winter: clean it, dry it, store the cushions and use a vented cover. Steps by material, plus when to store instead.

Ornate white metal chairs and a round table on a brick patio path surrounded by trees

How to Keep Metal Patio Furniture From Rusting: Outdoor Care

How to keep metal patio furniture from rusting: keep the finish intact, clean and wax on a schedule, stop standing water, and fix chips early.

White ornate cast metal chairs and a round table on a stone patio, with a wooden canopy swing in front of a leafy hedge.

What Kind of Outdoor Furniture Can Be Left Outside All Year Long

What kind of outdoor furniture can be left outside all year long? HDPE, teak and aluminum frames, plus what still needs a cover or storage in winter.

Pale wooden outdoor furniture, a cushioned bench and low table, on a shaded wood deck among green plants.

What Is the Longest Lasting Outdoor Furniture? Patio Materials

What is the longest lasting outdoor furniture? Teak, HDPE poly lumber and aluminum lead, with typical lifespans, care and climate fit for each patio material.

Close-up of flames rising over colorful fire glass in a gas fire pit burner pan

How to Arrange Lava Rocks on a Gas Fire Pit: Rock Depth & Layers

How to arrange lava rocks on a gas fire pit: rinse and dry them, then spread a shallow layer over the burner without blocking the gas ports.