Selecting the ideal materials for garden and outdoor furniture
For outdoor design professionals, choosing the best materials for garden and outdoor furniture is crucial, not only to ensure strength and durability, but also to ensure an elegant design that blends in with its surroundings. Materials must blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings of outdoor spaces, and wood remains the ideal choice for outdoor furniture, combining aesthetics and functionality in perfect harmony. In particular, teak and Lebanese cedar are among the most precious and sought-after materials: not only do they guarantee high performance in all weather conditions, but they also add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any outdoor environment.
Cedar of Lebanon: distinctive elegance and fragrance
Cedar outdoor furniture is prized for its beauty and aromatic qualities. Lebanon cedar wood is naturally waterproof due to its high resin content, which makes it resistant to water, moisture and mold. In addition, Lebanon cedar gives off a distinctive and persistent resinous and balsamic scent that creates a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.
This wood is characterized by a warm, natural color that ranges from reddish brown to golden yellow, taking on a taupe-gray hue with weathering. Lebanese cedar lends a natural and sophisticated look to outdoor furniture, making it ideal for outdoor spaces in hotels, restaurants and exclusive venues. The scent of cedar also helps to keep insects away, further enhancing the atmosphere.
The cedar wood used by Riva 1920 comes exclusively from trees that have fallen as a result of natural disasters or that have been felled through planned and authorized cutting for safety reasons in northern Italy. This approach promotes the responsible use of natural resources.
Available in a variety of finishes, Riva 1920’s cedar furniture makes the most of any outdoor environment, combining sustainability and elegance.
Teak: the perfect choice for prestigious environments
Teak outdoor furniture is known for its exceptional resistance to weather, humidity, UV rays and temperature fluctuations. In fact, this tropical hardwood is ideal for outdoor use, even in extreme weather conditions. Originally used in shipbuilding, teak is incredibly resistant to water and mildew, and is naturally repellent to insects and pests due to the presence of natural oils and compounds such as silica and wax.
Teak has a warm, natural color that ranges from golden brown to reddish brown, with darker veins and a pleasing grain. These characteristics give durable teak outdoor furniture an elegant and refined appearance, suitable for any style of furniture.
Riva 1920 selects only certified teak from sustainably managed forests, ensuring an environmentally friendly and durable product. Riva 1920’s teak outdoor furniture is available in a variety of colors and finishes to meet every aesthetic need and fit perfectly with any style. An excellent example of this commitment to quality is the Bungalow Armchair. This upholstered armchair features a solid teak frame that is completely turned, assembled and sanded by hand. The seat, back and armrests are woven from outdoor wicker, which not only adds a touch of sophistication, but also ensures comfort and durability.
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Outdoor fabrics: performance and style
In addition to wood, fabric selection is critical to creating comfortable, functional and beautifully designed outdoor furniture. The benefits of durable outdoor fabrics include their ability to resist water, UV rays and stains, while providing brilliant colors and easy care. Riva 1920 works with the best outdoor fabric manufacturers to select the highest quality materials. From high performance technical solutions to soft padding, Riva 1920 offers a wide range of fabrics to customize outdoor furniture that combines comfort, functionality and style.
Riva 1920: the ideal partner for outdoor professionals
With Riva 1920, outdoor professionals can offer their customers the highest quality outdoor furniture solutions using the best materials available on the market. Teak, Lebanon cedar and durable fabrics combine with Italian craftsmanship to create unique and durable products that enhance any outdoor environment.
Riva 1920 offers its professional customers a complete service that includes
- Personalized advice: in the choice of materials and solutions best suited to each customer’s needs.
- Customized design: outdoor furniture that meets every requirement in terms of style and functionality.
- Craftsmanship: using the finest woods and fabrics, with the highest level of finishing techniques.
Contact Riva 1920 for a personalized consultation to discover how you can enhance your clients’ outdoor spaces with prestigious furniture made with the finest materials and timeless design.