Outdoor Bistro & Small Space Furniture

When you're decorating a small patio, it's important to select the right furniture style. Buying bistro sets with multiple pieces can help your space look stylish and cohesive. Since patio bistro sets coordinate with each other, they help to keep your patio from looking too busy. Small patio furniture collections typically contain a round table and a few slim chairs. Some types of outdoor bistro sets may also contain matching umbrellas, benches, and side tables. To decide which types of furniture you need in your set, think about how you use the patio. If you have full meals, you'll need a bigger table. Meanwhile, those who like to nap may want a lounge chair or hammock. Whatever style you pick, you can be confident that a set provides a nice space to relax outdoors.

Many types of furniture for a small patio use materials that help the space look bigger. See-through materials like glass or plastic let more light in, so your patio feels bright and airy. Brands like Simply Essential™ often make patio bistro sets from thinner materials like metal or rattan. This allows for a sleek look that prevents a patio from feeling cluttered. If your goal is to make the space look bigger, you might also want to select furniture made from lighter fabrics. These pale shades reflect light, so your porch looks more open.

How big should your small-space patio furniture be? There is no set rule for what size of furniture will work best. Ideally, you just need to avoid anything too large or too small. Big pieces of furniture can make the space feel crowded, but itty-bitty pieces will just draw attention to the small space. On most patios, you want to make sure that no more than half of the floor space contains furniture. Measure your space carefully to see how much room you have for styles like a Bee and Willow™ table. Try to get at least 18 to 30 inches of clearance space around your furniture. This lets you easily walk to your patio chairs or table without tripping over items.

When you browse the selection of furniture for small patios at Bed Bath & Beyond, you have access to a lot of great features. If you want your patio space to be versatile, try collapsible furniture such as a Destination Summer folding table. These types of patio furniture fold up neatly to give you more space when needed. If your patio doesn't have a roof, another useful feature is water resistance. This can keep rain and snow from damaging your furniture. You can also find patio furniture with UV protection to keep the sun from discoloring your cushions and finishes.