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When researching this article I found myself wondering how I would define exactly what modern outdoor furniture is. Modern times are relative to whatever time we live in so all previous periods have had their own versions of modern furniture. After pondering this dilemma I finally hit upon a definition that I think I am happy with. Outdoor furniture that is unique in style today and does not resemble a style from any previous periods would have to be considered modern outdoor furniture. contemporary outdoor furniture You may see resemblances where the creator has drawn inspiration from previous eras but it has to be distinctly different from anything created in those time periods. Wood has been used in furniture for centuries but you will still find contemporary styles of furniture created from it. Iron has not been around as furniture material for quite as long as wood but furniture makers still find interesting and new ways of incorporating into their modern styles. Perhaps modern furniture manufacturers are more likely to use a symbiosis of the two. resin wicker Plastic and resin are relatively new materials so any outdoor furniture made from these must be examples of modern outdoor furniture. Modern manufacturing methods are capable of producing beautiful furniture out of these materials. Some will even reproduce the look of wood without the need for staining or lacquering. For people who may turn their noses up at plastic furniture for environmental reasons it’s actually good news as they are commonly made from recycled PET bottles. How good is that. Trendy and environmentally friendly in the same package. Wood and metal together is often seen to great effect in modern outdoor furniture. All metal furniture does become prone to heating up if let out in the sun so a shady spot is ideal to avoid accidental burning. By using wood as the seat you can overcome this problem and many furniture manufacturers produce beautiful examples with a combination of wood and metal.