My edit of sustainable outdoor side tables in the UK, for patios, balconies and beside a garden chair. I look for materials that weather well, such as metal, stone and timber. Check each retailer’s own care details before you buy.
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Buying sustainable outdoor side tables: what I look for
An outdoor side table is a small piece, but it gets used every time you sit outside, so it is worth choosing well.
- Weather-proof materials: metal, stone or durable timber.
- A stable base that will not tip on uneven patios or grass.
- A finish that copes with rain, such as powder coating or oiled hardwood.
- The right height, roughly level with the arm of your chair or lounger.
Common questions
Can a stone table stay out all winter?
Many can, but frost can affect some stone. Check the retailer’s care advice before leaving it out.
Will metal tables rust?
Powder-coated aluminium will not rust. Steel can rust where the coating is chipped, so touch up marks.