Rattan furniture FAQs

• What's the difference between rattan and wicker?

  The main difference between the two materials is that rattan is a material and wicker is the style of the material and the weaving of it. Wicker can be woven from rattan material as well as any others such as bamboo or cane. The words are used interchangeably but are two different things.

  Rattan is lightweight and cheaper than other options like wood and metal. Take a look at our lightweight and affordable garden rattan chairs.

  If you're still confused see our what is rattan garden furniture guide over on our blog. 

• Is rattan garden furniture any good?

  Rattan furniture has been found to be extremely durable and a great choice for outdoor furniture. Of course, quality can depend on where you purchase your rattan garden chairs and tables from, but you can be guaranteed that when you purchase from Primrose that you’ll get premium grade double woven rattan that is UV resistant, weatherproof, and mould resistant for longevity. Our aluminium frames are also rustproof. 

  If taken care of properly, garden rattan furniture can last up to 10 years.

  For our top picks make sure you check out our best rattan garden furniture guide. 

• Can wicker be left in the rain?

  Garden wicker furniture that hasn’t been treated to be weatherproof and given protection against mould can be damaged by rain. This wet wicker furniture can develop odours and cause it to deteriorate rapidly. Fortunately, when you buy yours from Primrose, you can be assured that it has been treated to withstand such conditions.

• Can I wash rattan wicker furniture?

  Yes, you can – just grab a bucket of warm soapy water and thoroughly scrub your outdoor furniture with a soft cloth. Remove all debris and dirt and then rinse with a hose or fresh water and then dry with a towel to get rid of any excess moisture.

  Read our how to clean rattan garden furniture guide for the best advice.