Measure the space for your furniture. This is an essential first step because you have to know how much room you have to place your furniture. This will greatly determine the size of your outdoor dining table and chairs, the shape, and how many pieces of furniture you buy. You also want to make sure you leave enough room for people to get around. You don't want your space too crowded, but you also want enough furniture to accommodate everyone.

Determine what the outdoor furniture will be used for. There is nearly an endless amount of outdoor furniture in Sydney to choose from. It can get overwhelming, but knowing how you will use it will help a lot. Do you want it for more casual use such as a small table for coffee in the morning or wine in the evening? Or maybe you need the full outdoor dining set for meals with a big group. Knowing this before you will help you pick your designs.

Mix designs and patterns, and different textures and materials. Try brick and wood, or iron and wicker. This can create a unique look to give your space some creativity. Likewise, don't be afraid to mix stripes with floral patterns, or mix fabrics. The idea with this tip is not to try to match all of your outdoor furniture. If everything matches, it can create a boring look. If you're shopping online, browse through pictures to create different combinations of patterns, materials, fabrics, and textures.

Use some bright, contrasting colours for pop. These colours can be from the furniture itself, or you can play around with using cushions or pillows for chairs and benches. Bright colours are very popular right now for outdoor furniture in Melbourne. It can make a bold statement and take away from any dark or dirty area of the outdoors, such as old concrete. Orange, yellow and different shades of red can be combined with just about any material.

String up some lighting to create a fun atmosphere after dark. Use string lights or lanterns along a fence, in trees or bushes, or along the edge of your roof. Don't overdo it. It doesn't take much lighting to create a unique and fun outdoor space. Consider using some colour lights for an accent, but in general, stick with regular lights. No matter what furniture you have, lights can make the entire outdoor setting attractive and even romantic.

Pick furniture that will withstand the weather. Hardwoods such as oak are great for outdoors, but it does need to be varnished. It's heavy so that it won't blow away in high winds. Wrought iron has also become more popular, as it is highly durable. It can be used with cushions to add comfort.

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