Robert and I have been super into all things backyard lately (and we have 35 DIY backyard projects to prove it… WHEW!), but one of the most frequent questions I always get is “How do you like your Walmart outdoor furniture?” Our Brutally Honest Review of Our Walmart Outdoor FurnitureNow that we’ve had our Better Homes & Gardens patio furniture sets and outdoor dining tables for over a year (and our back porch conversation set for over 2 years), I thought it would help to dive into the pros and cons about them. We love most features about our outdoor seats and tables, but they’re not perfect. There are a few things to keep in mind to decide if they’re the right choice for your own backyard. So if you prefer doing lots of research like I do before making big furniture purchases, I hope this in-depth review will help you. For weather condition context, we live in the suburbs of Charlotte, North Carolina where it only snows a couple days per year. We do experience weeks of freezing temperatures in winter, and we have very high precipitation in spring and summer (even more rainfall on average annually than Seattle). Our weather is especially humid in summer, so mildew can be a battle on outdoor furniture in our climate. Better Homes & Gardens River Oaks Outdoor Conversation SetWe’ve had this 5-piece conversation set from the Better Homes & Gardens brand at Walmart on our back porch for over 2 years, and would absolutely give it 4.5 stars. Okay, really it’s more like 4.8 stars with only a couple of minor complaints. Our River Oaks set came with an outdoor all-weather wicker sofa, 2 swivel chairs, a 2-piece nesting coffee table, and weather-proof covers. The River Oaks style comes in several other furniture configuration sets too. River Oaks Set ConfigurationsHow the River Oaks Set Has Held Up 2 Years LaterI was a little nervous about how grimy the cushions on this conversation set would look over time, but the all-weather covers that come with the set helps a lot during the heavy pollen season (we only cover them in the winter and periodically around April when the pollen is at its worst). Any big spills we’ve had on the cushions have scrubbed right up with Folex and a terry cloth. I’ve only had to fully clean the cushions once in the entire time we’ve owned them (and that was a year ago when they really weren’t too dirty to begin with). To be fair, these seats are protected a bit from the elements since we have this on our covered porch. But it does get damp out here on rainy days, and so far the set looks mostly like new. ProsWe tested outdoor furniture sets in stores from Pottery Barn, Crate & Barrel, IKEA, and Target, and still felt this Walmart set was the best in terms of quality for the price.
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We did end up swapping the nesting coffee table that came with the set for this white outdoor coffee table only because I liked the look of a simple table better. If you need a high-end looking patio set on a lower budget though, I absolutely still recommend this set as the best outdoor furniture even now 2 years after buying it. Related: Our Back Porch Refresh | The Best Haint Blue Paint Color for Porch Ceilings | Best Deck Stain Color for a Neutral Driftwood Look Better Homes and Gardens Kennedy Pointe Outdoor Dining TableWe’ve had these two outdoor dining tables from the Better Homes & Gardens brand at Walmart on our pool deck patio area for over a year, and would give it 4.5 stars. Our Kennedy Pointe outdoor dining table is made of steel but is made to look like wood, so it has much more durability and requires less maintenance than real wood. Its classic style with black leg supports works with a variety of decorating styles: modern, rustic, transitional, etc. How Our Walmart Patio Table Has Held Up After 1 YearWe are so happy with the durability of these outdoor dining tables since buying them 14 months ago. It’s worth noting that we do not store or cover these tables at all. They sit out on our concrete pool deck all year, even through winter. There is one chipped place on the edge of one of the tables that shows some rust, but that is the only damage so far. We haven’t really noticed any significant fading or problems with discoloration. One of our crape myrtle trees experienced sooty black mold last fall that got black grime on absolutely everything, and it was difficult to get that grime cleaned out from the grain texture in the tabletop, but it’s nothing a pressure washer set on low with a little Krud Kutter can’t fix. Normally, I just wipe them down with some Method all-purpose cleaner and a rag before eating on them. Pros
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All in all, we absolutely love these tables and wholeheartedly recommend them. For $298 each, they are great quality and will last a long time. We also bought these very durable outdoor French bistro chairs 3 years ago, and they are still like new! They’re made of resin with aluminum frames and are very sturdy and comfortable. Related: How to Hang Outdoor String Lights Anywhere in a Backyard | Our Modular Outdoor Kitchen Built in a Day! | DIY Painted Concrete Pool Deck and Patio Better Homes and Gardens Brookbury Sectional Dining SetWe’ve had this patio dining set from the Better Homes & Gardens brand at Walmart under our DIY pergola cabana for over a year, and give it 4.5 stars too considering the price, which is currently on sale at $597 (in the light gray/beige color). I’ve read a few reviews about shipping / delivery issues, but we didn’t experience any problems. Our Brookbury sectional dining set that seats 7 people came with an outdoor all-weather wicker sectional sofa, two cushioned ottoman stools, a dining table, and weather-proof covers. The Brookbury style comes in several other colors too. Brookbury Dining Set Color Options
There is a premium fabric version as well that has a 5 year warranty for $897. How the Brookbury Set Has Held Up After a YearI was worried about how dirty the cushions on this dining set would look after a while, especially since this set sits out in the open air without any protection from rain. The all-weather covers that come with the set helps a lot during the winter and heavy pollen season. We cover them in the winter, periodically around April when the pollen is at its worst, and if we happen to think about covering them before a big rain storm (but they get rained on a LOT). Any big spills we’ve had on the cushions have scrubbed right up with Folex and a terry cloth. I’ve never once had to fully clean these cushions; they’ve only been spot cleaned, so the fabric looks amazing considering that. We haven’t experience any holes or rips in the fabric at all, and our kids (and their friends) are super rough on them as we host pool parties all summer. All in all, we feel it’s the best patio furniture for the price when it comes to multifunction. Related: DIY Pergola Cabana Build Pros
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So that’s the full run-down of our Better Homes and Gardens outdoor furniture! We are so happy with all three of these pieces, and now that I’ve seen how well they have all held up with time, I’m thinking about replacing our poolside chaise lounge chairs that require way more maintenance. Buying cheap outdoor furniture helps out the budget, but if it’s not going to last over the years, it’s not really worth it in the long run. Thankfully, our Walmart outdoor furniture has proven to be great at both budget and durability. I’m glad we could be the guinea pigs on this little experiment, so that we could confidently recommend them to you guys who ask me about them all the time. We will always be honest about everything we share because we would want the same treatment done to us. I hope this helped! Anything else you want us to review next? The post Our Walmart Patio Furniture Review 1 Year Later appeared first on Bless'er House. Originally from Bless'er House https://ift.tt/3EzUSyW
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Author - Emily ColemanVisual Furniture Merchandiser at Simmons Quality Home Improvement Archives
February 2019
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