Outdoor furniture, explained.
Buyer's guides, materials know-how and sourcing advice, plus company news and trade-show reports from the team that designs and makes it.
BSCI explained: social compliance in outdoor furniture
What BSCI audits actually check, why retailers increasingly ask for them, and how to read a social-compliance report before you place an order.
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EUDR explained: what the EU deforestation rules mean for furniture buyers
The EU Deforestation Regulation changes what importers must prove about timber. A practical guide to due diligence, geolocation data and what to ask suppliers.
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How to choose an outdoor furniture manufacturer
The questions that separate a reliable outdoor furniture manufacturer from a risky one, and how to vet a supplier before you commit a container.
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Sourcing outdoor furniture from China: a buyer's guide
What China does best in outdoor furniture, from aluminium to wicker, and how to source it well without the common pitfalls.
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Vietnam vs China for outdoor furniture: which to source where
Timber or metal, value or scale? A practical comparison of Vietnam and China for outdoor furniture buyers, and why the answer is often both.
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OEM and ODM outdoor furniture: a buyer's guide
What OEM and ODM really mean for outdoor furniture, when to use each, and how to develop a private-label range that sells.
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Gardenline at SPOGA Cologne 2026
We returned to the world's largest garden and lifestyle fair to preview next season's outdoor furniture directions and meet partners from across the globe.
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Choosing the right wood for outdoor furniture
Teak, acacia, eucalyptus and shorea each behave differently outdoors. A practical guide to picking the right hardwood for your range.
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Why Vietnam leads outdoor timber furniture manufacturing
Vietnam has become the world's go-to source for quality outdoor timber furniture. Here is what is behind it, and what it means for buyers.
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How to care for outdoor furniture, by material
Timber, aluminium, wicker and cushions each need different care. A simple, practical maintenance guide to make outdoor furniture last.
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