What’s the most contemporary and edgy material to make furniture? Concrete! Famous designers create amazing chairs, tables, lamps, coat racks, benches and racks from it. But is it as suitable for outdoors as for indoors? Here are some pros and cons to consider before you buy or make such pieces.
Pros Of Outdoor Concrete Furniture
Concrete, as a material, is very budget-friendly compared with many of the other options available. For example, a concrete countertop costs a good deal less than one made of tile.
When you plan concrete furniture, you are limited only by your imagination. You and the concrete contractor you hire can create any size, shape, or design of mold that you wish, and turn your creations into reality.
The days when concrete was available only in dull gray are long gone. With integral color, concrete staining, or both, you can get pretty much any decorative hue that you like. Because it can be molded so well, concrete can be textured to simulate wood grain, or just about any texture your imagination can invent. It can also be given a wide variety of attractive finishes.
Concrete can withstand a lot of bad conditions; it’s resistant to fire, water, decay, insects, and more. Concrete furniture will stand up to just about any wear and tear.
A bright neon green bench with pillows stands out even more with concree stools or tables and looks wow.
A catchy neutral terrace with neutral wicker chairs with neutral upholstery, a large cocnrete table in vintage style and potted plants.
A chic modern outdoor dining space with a couple of concrete tables, stylish rattan chairs with grey cushions that match the tables.
A chic neutral modern outdoor space with a corner sofa, a rattan chair, wooden chairs, a round concrete table.
A concrete and wood outdoor table with potted greenery can be used for many things including serving drinks.
A contemporary terrace with a built-in bench with neutral upholstery and printed pillows, a concrete coffee table and firewood storage.
A contemporary terrace with a concrete fire pit, concrete loungers, a floating wooden bench and tall bamboo feels very edgy and cool.
A contemporary terrace with a concrete sofa and a side table, neutral upholstery, a wood and stone table and matching chairs.
A cozy outdoor zone with black sofas and pritned pillows, a concrete fire table and side tables plus potted plants.
A creative outdoor concrete chair with a wooden back is a lovely solution for a modern outdoor space.
A light-filled terrace with a neutral sofa with printed pillows, a chair, a round concrete coffee table and some blooms.
A minimalist concrete kitchen with metal cabinets and a concrete countertop and a concrete kitchen island plus wooden beams over the space.
A minimalist outdoor dining space done with a concrete and metal table and benches, seashell garlands and potted greenery is a great idea for a minimalist space.
A minimalist outdoor dining space with a concrete table and benches of concrete slabs is perfect to have meals.
A minimalist outdoor dining space with a large concrete table and benches and potted greenery is a sleek and edgy nook.
Cons Of Outdoor Concrete Furniture
It’s tough. You can cushion a concrete chair or sofa all you like, but it will never have the give and spring that a conventional sofa or chair has. Frankly speaking, it may not be as comfortable as a usual upholstered chair.
It’s heavy. If your chairs are made of concrete, you won’t be able to move them when you clean. You’ll have to vacuum or wash around them.
Since concrete is porous, a concrete tabletop or counter may absorb spills, resulting in unsightly stains. If you decide to go with a concrete countertop for your outdoor kitchen, you’ll need to apply a sealer – and then you won’t be able to put hot items directly on it.
It cracks. While concrete is strong long-lasting, it is also susceptible to cracks if it is dropped or something heavy falls on it. Now you know all the points, will you get some of such pieces for your outdoor spaces?
A minimalist outdoor space with a concrete and wood built-in bench and a concrete fire pit, with greenery around welcomes in.
A minimalist seaside terrace with a concrete table and stools, a navy umbrella and some blankets plus an amazing sea view.
A modern kitchen of concrete with a built-in sink, a fridge and roof over the space is a great nook to cook something delicious.
A modern outdoor dining space with a concrete and metal table, wood and metal benches and succulents growing in the table.
A modern outdoor living room with a neutral sofa and matching chairs, a concrete chair and a fire pit.
A modern outdoor space with wooden sofas with lots of pillows, a concrete fireplace, woven pendant lamps and a cocnrete stool.
A pretty and bright terrace with tiles on the floor, a concrete table and wicker chairs, a corner sofa and a round table.
A relaxed outdoor space with a concrete daybed with pillows, a concrete side table and a coffee table, some lanterns and greenery.
A sack-shaped outdoor concrete table with a planter in the center is a unique solution that looks fresh.
A Scandi terrace with a black sofa, a pendant rattan chair, a duo of dark concrete tables and pendant lamps.
A Scandinavian outdoor kitchen and dining space with a concreye table and benches, a floating kitchen countertop.
A sleek and neutral modern outdoor space with a round concrete table, wicker chairs and a white outdoor kitchen plus pendant lamps.
A small and cool side table of wood and concrete is a nice solution for a modern outdoor space is a lovely idea to rock.
A welcoming Scandi backyard with wooden benches with printed upholstery and black pillows, a concrete coffee table and string lights.
A welcoming terrace with a rattan sofa with pillows, egg-shaped chairs, a concrete table, a printed rug and some greenery.
A white concrete corner sofa with neutral upholstery and neutral pillows and a wicker coffee table and potted plants.