A room outside

The moment the sun comes out, everyone in Britain heads outside to enjoy the garden. Whether it's a spot of sunbathing, or an al fresco dinner party, furnishing your outdoor space comfortably makes those precious summer moments go with a swing.

We have outdoor furniture in dozens of styles in our garden centre in Swarkestone: to help you choose, ask yourself these questions first.

Wooden or metal? Wooden furniture is warm to sit on; treat regularly with a preservative to keep it looking good. Metal is an elegant choice: add cushions for comfort.

How much room have I got? Making the best use of the space you've got by measuring the area accurately and plotting on graph paper what size of furniture would fit best.

Is the style right? Blend your furniture with the wider garden's design: for minimalist contemporary spaces, choose funky modern styles, while traditional wood or metal suit rural country gardens.

What about storage? We stock a range of protective covers to keep your furniture in tip-top condition.

Please ask the staff in our Swarkestone Garden Centre for more information and advice about choosing furniture for your garden.