The first tip in buying outdoor furniture is knowing where to shop. Specialty patio stores, department stores, and full-line furniture stores are the best places to look.
Outdoor furniture is a very popular furniture category. These products are sold in many places from patio/hearth shops to national retail chains to grocery stores! And, the quality of outdoor furniture varies as much as the locations in which they are sold. This is why specialty patio, department or full-line furniture stores are the recommended places to shop because these places specialize in outdoor furniture or at least have designated departments that specialize in these products. The biggest advantage that these venues offer is their product knowledge AND their service after the sale! Who do you think would know the advantages of aluminum furniture versus wrought iron furniture? Or, what is the construction of a particular cushion material and how do I keep it clean? What is “cast aluminum”? Think about what would happen if you scratch your furniture and need matching touchup paint? Or, what if you need to replace a worn or damaged cushion or sling bucket? Do you think the large retail chains can assist you with any of these scenarios or the sales person at the “grocery store”- can he help you? He’s probably the same guy that cut those rib eyes for you last weekend! I think you get my point.
Consider your options but think about where you feel you will get the best service before, during and after your purchase of high quality outdoor furniture.
Please tell me where I can order your furniture. I live in the Florida Keys.
Bonnie,
You can use the dealer locator on our website to find a store near you. Thank you for your interest in Winston furniture.