The Best Outdoor Furniture Essentials That Look Cool, Even on the Hottest Days

Neighbor’s collection of outdoor furniture is both beautiful and lifeproof, crafted from Sunbrella fabric, teak wood, marine-grade hardware, and quick-drying foam cushions. Their three-seater sofa is spacious, comfortable, and surprisingly rugged despite its chic, Insta-friendly appearance.

Our Colorado-based editor loves this sofa's resilience through rain and shine, along with the wear-and-tear that comes with busy family life. She says, “We’re 6 months into owning our sofa, and even though my dogs choose to sunbathe on it, my toddler leaves popsicles to melt on the cushions, and more glasses of red wine have been spilled on it than we can count — it still looks just like it did the day we took it out of the box.”

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This outdoor furniture set provides one of the best places to kick your feet up — both seats feature a hideaway footrest that slides out whenever you need it!

The chair frames and side table are made of a multitoned plastic wicker material that washes clean so much more easily than natural wood. Reviewers also love that this set comes fully assembled and ready to enjoy.

How inviting does this wicker set look? The loveseat and coffee table are all clad in smooth, weather-safe plastic wicker that won't ever degrade or splinter.

Reviewers say that all of the pieces are easy to assemble and feel sturdily secure. This set offers a great gathering space for the backyard that feels much more casual than a dining set does.

There's nothing more classic than wicker furniture, and with this luxe chaise sectional, its gotten a much-welcomed update. It's made with fade-resistant performance fabric that repels water, resists mildew, and stands up to extreme sun, heat, and rain exposure —which means it'll hold up season after season. Plus, it's incredibly comfortable and will give outdoor lounging a whole new meaning.

Outdoor sectionals and lounge chairs are great, but there's nothing more enjoyable than a hanging swing chair. Our editors love this chair for its chic rattan design and, of course, the relaxing vibe it gives every time you take a seat in it. Plus, it comes with a sturdy stand.

It's an outdoor furniture essential that gives new meaning to hanging out — and it will easily become your favorite seat to kick back on this summer.

This heavy-duty plastic deck box is constructed to withstand the harshest elements. You can keep pool floats, beach chairs, patio cushions, or even yard-work supplies neatly stashed away here.

Its slightly arched lid allows moisture to slide off the top so that it doesn't get mildewy, and it closes securely to prevent pests from getting inside.

You'd be surprised how a few outdoor throw pillows can make even years' old outdoor furniture feel fresh and vibrant again. If you're upgrading just one thing in your backyard this year, we highly recommend opting for these West Elm pillows.

Available as a set or individual pieces, each one is clad in weather-safe patterns that all look so different, yet coordinate perfectly. The polyester fill is also firm enough to make them great back bolsters.

Each piece of this showstopping outdoor furniture set is a stunner. The set comprises a loveseat, armchair, side chair, and glass-top coffee table that are all made of aluminum-reinforced, UV-resistant rattan. Their airy, open-frame aesthetic makes them appear almost weightless.

This set comes fully assembled, though you may have to wait up to 13 weeks for delivery. If you're redoing your covered patio in all-new everything, we say it's well worth the wait.

Those with extra small or narrow outdoor areas need to get savvy about using their space to its full potential. This wooden picnic table pulls double duty as a bench, so you can switch it up as the seasons change.

Our editor assembled and tested out this wooden picnic table, and while she notes that it isn't the most heavy-duty in its table form, when converted into a bench, it feels super sturdy with the rest of the table components folded up underneath it.

The beautiful outdoor table MVP outdoor furniture piece that can be used in myriad ways. Use it to rest your drink, your book, or your feet — or even use its hidden storage for a place to stow away your outdoor pillows. Best of all, it's made of weather-resistant aluminum, making it an addition to your backyard that's sure to last for seasons to come.

Choose from three antique finishes: silver, copper, or gold.

An outdoor TV is the surest way to turn your home into the party house this summer. If you're ready to make the investment, we say that the SunBriteTV Veranda Series is the best one you can buy.

It's up to 50% brighter than a standard TV, so it's ideal for shaded areas. It also features a weatherproof media bay for integrating a streaming player, and you can even add an optional soundbar to complete the outdoor theater vibe.

An outdoor loveseat makes your backyard or patio feel more like a natural extension of your interiors. This Castlery two-seater looks like it belongs in the living room, yet it's built for the great outdoors.

It comprises a natural acacia wood base with a rope-wrapped aluminum back. Its back and seat cushions are filled with high-density foam that offer ample support, and as one user says, “It fits two people and a pug comfortably.”

You don't need a ton of space to have a well-stocked outdoor bar for all of your parties this summer. This set is just over 3 feet tall, but it features two hidden shelves inside to stash bottles and (preferably shatterproof!) glasses.

Clad in all-weather wicker that's sure to coordinate with your other outdoor accoutrements, this set comes with four bar stools to give your guests a comfy place to perch.

Dress up your deck this season by adding this rug from Latitude Run to your outdoor furniture area. It's made of polypropylene material, which makes it lightweight, mold-resistant, and nonabsorbent.

Not only does this outdoor rug look great and ultra versatile, but it can also give your feet some much-needed relief from the sun-scorched ground.

These solar-powered lights are the perfect budget-friendly solution for lighting up an outdoor pathway or backyard area.

Installation couldn't be simpler: They stake easily into any soft ground or gravel-covered area, glowing overnight once fully charged up. Though these come in a set of 12, you can buy even more sets to visually define the perimeter of a pool, garden, or driveway.

If you host a lot, you know the struggle of never having enough tabletop space. This handcrafted console table gives you a chic space for serving, setting up a buffet for your guests, or just using it as a place to display some outdoor decor. Aside from its utility, its beautiful classic design looks like sculpted stone — only it’s much lighter in weight, completely outdoor safe, and virtually maintenance-free.

Tired of schlepping your Bluetooth speaker indoors and out? Get yourself a permanent outdoor speaker setup with this pick from Polk Audio.

This speaker offers an easy and versatile mounting setup, powerful and detail-rich stereo sound, and a long warranty. You can even connect them in a pair for a more powerful stereo experience that’s great for bigger spaces.

Wood-burning fire pits are a lot of fun, but they can also be messy ... and just a little too much work to set up. Propane, on the other hand? Couldn't be simpler.

This fire pit table functions as a cozy centerpiece for an outdoor conversation area. Its minimalist steel frame hides the tank inside, and once ignited with the push of a button, you can easily adjust the strength of the flame with the fuel knob.

Reviewers love this fire pit’s “coffee table shape,” and that it gives off an impressive amount of heat.

A total bargain and a snap to install, this umbrella light has three different brightnesses — just push its single button to make the LED illumination stronger.

It's battery-operated, so it can go anywhere with you. It can even hang from its two included hooks if you'd prefer to use it as a grill or garage light instead.

This faux-wicker cooler table was made for summertime partying. Its top surface lifts to reveal ample space underneath for storing bottles and cans on ice.

Its resin build allows you to hose it off like you would a regular cooler, and it even includes a drain plug at the base for easy emptying.