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Guides

Reference pages that stay current. Each one lists its sources and the date its facts were last checked.

  1. Outdoor furniture materials compared: aluminum, steel, HDPE, teak and resin wicker

    What manufacturers, ASTM and federal price data say about the five main materials for commercial outdoor furniture, from warranty terms to raw-material prices.

  2. What the ADA Standards require for outdoor dining tables and benches

    At least 5 percent of dining seats need a surface 28 to 34 inches high with knee and toe clearance. The bench section applies in specific rooms.

  3. Duties on imported outdoor seating and tables in October 2026

    Most outdoor seats and tables carry a free general duty. Section 301 and Section 232 actions decide what an import pays, by country and material.

  4. Flammability rules for outdoor cushions, fabrics and cabanas

    The federal upholstered furniture standard covers furniture for indoor use. Fire codes set rules for dormitory decks, health care settings and tents.

  5. How commercial outdoor furniture warranties are written

    Contract warranties run shorter than residential ones and split by component: frame, finish, straps, fabric and cushions. Care rules and claim steps decide coverage.

  6. Cleaning and maintaining outdoor furniture, by material

    Manufacturers' care instructions for aluminum, steel, HDPE, teak, resin wicker, straps and cushions, and the care rules their commercial warranties depend on.