Florida living happens outside — by the pool, on the lanai, across the deck, and around the fire pit. This guide covers everything you need to know about choosing outdoor furniture that performs in our unique climate.
Florida demands more from outdoor furniture than any other state. Twelve months of direct sun exposure, humidity that rarely dips below 60 percent, coastal salt corrosion, and sudden tropical downpours test every material to its limit. Furniture that thrives up north can deteriorate within a single Florida summer.
Whether you are furnishing a residential lanai, a poolside resort deck, or a waterfront restaurant patio, the rules are the same: choose materials engineered for subtropical extremes, build with hardware that resists corrosion, and partner with a manufacturer who understands the environment from the inside out.
Palm Casual has manufactured outdoor furniture for Florida homes and businesses since 1979. With 22 factory-direct showrooms, we offer the largest in-stock selection of weather-engineered outdoor furniture in the Southeast — at prices 40 to 60 percent below traditional retail.
From poolside loungers to restaurant dining sets, every collection is engineered for Florida’s demanding outdoor conditions.
Synthetic wicker woven over aluminum frames combines resort-style aesthetics with commercial-grade durability. Ideal for pool decks, covered patios, and hospitality venues that demand both beauty and performance.
Heavy, ornate, and built to anchor outdoor dining spaces through decades of Florida weather. Cast aluminum is the top choice for homeowners and restaurateurs who want furniture that stays put in wind and stays beautiful without maintenance.
The workhorse of Florida outdoor furniture — quick-dry sling fabric on lightweight aluminum frames. Stackable for storage, corrosion-proof for coastal environments, and available in dozens of fabric and frame combinations.
Crafted from recycled high-density polyethylene, poly lumber furniture requires zero maintenance and carries a decades-long lifespan. Colorfast, splinter-free, and impervious to moisture — built for Florida from the molecule up.
Turn post-consumer waste into a permanent outdoor living space. Recycled plastic furniture resists UV degradation, mold, and insect damage while keeping thousands of pounds of plastic out of landfills every year.
Whether you are outfitting a residential backyard or a commercial outdoor dining space, the selection process starts with the same fundamentals. Florida’s environment narrows the field quickly — these four steps ensure you invest in furniture that performs.
Florida’s UV index ranks among the highest in the continental United States. Pair that with 60 inches of annual rainfall, airborne salt within 20 miles of the coast, and summer heat indices above 105 degrees, and you need materials specifically rated for subtropical exposure.
Outdoor spaces range from compact apartment balconies to sprawling resort pool decks. Measure length, width, and any irregular features like columns or railings. For commercial settings, plan for ADA clearance and fire-code pathways between furniture groupings.
Match material to use case. Aluminum sling dries in minutes — ideal for pool areas. Cast aluminum anchors dining spaces against wind. Poly lumber and recycled plastic handle saltwater and chlorine splash without degradation. Wicker delivers upscale aesthetics for covered patios and resort lobbies.
Texture, comfort, and scale cannot be evaluated through a screen. Palm Casual’s 22 showrooms carry thousands of pieces in stock, so you can compare materials side by side, test ergonomics, and take your furniture home the same day — no waiting for container ships.
Palm Casual serves a unique intersection of residential and commercial buyers. Interior designers sourcing pool deck furniture for a new construction project walk the same showroom floor as homeowners replacing a 10-year-old dining set. Both get the same factory-direct pricing because we own every step from raw material to showroom shelf.
Our commercial clients include HOAs, hotels, restaurants, and property management companies across the Southeast. They return year after year because our furniture performs in high-traffic, high-exposure environments where lesser products fail within a season. When your investment has to look good and last long, you buy from the source.
For homeowners, the advantage is simple: premium outdoor furniture at prices that make room in the budget for the cushions, umbrellas, and accessories that complete the space. No pressure sales, no financing gimmicks — just honest pricing on products we build ourselves.
We do not import furniture designed for temperate climates and slap a “Florida-ready” label on it. Every product in our lineup is engineered from the ground up for subtropical performance. That means welded aluminum joints instead of bolted connections, multi-layer powder coatings rated for 2,000+ hours of salt spray exposure, and UV stabilizers embedded at the molecular level in every poly lumber and recycled plastic component.
Our sling fabrics use solution-dyed acrylic fibers that resist fading, mildew, and chlorine degradation. Our wicker is extruded from high-density polyethylene resin — not the cheaper polypropylene that cracks after two summers. And every piece is assembled in our own facilities, where quality control is not outsourced to a factory we have never visited.
With quality materials and minimal maintenance, outdoor furniture in Florida can last 15 to 25 years. Cast aluminum and poly lumber are the longest-lasting options, often exceeding 20 years. Aluminum sling and wicker typically last 10 to 15 years. The biggest factor is material quality — budget furniture from big-box stores often degrades within 2 to 3 Florida summers.
Yes. Hotels, restaurants, HOAs, and resort properties throughout the Southeast use Palm Casual furniture for their outdoor spaces. Our commercial-grade materials, welded aluminum construction, and high-volume pricing make us a preferred vendor for commercial buyers who need durability and value at scale.
Store cushions in ventilated bins or stand them upright when not in use to promote airflow. Choose quick-dry materials like aluminum sling for uncovered areas. Clean frames and fabric monthly with a mild bleach-free soap solution. Poly lumber and recycled plastic are naturally mold-resistant and only need occasional hosing down.
Coastal locations within 15 miles of the ocean face accelerated salt corrosion. We recommend powder-coated aluminum, poly lumber, or recycled plastic for these environments. Inland locations have more flexibility but still deal with extreme UV and humidity. All Palm Casual products are rated for both environments, but coastal homeowners should rinse frames monthly to remove salt deposits.
Local manufacturing means shorter supply chains, lower costs, and faster service. Palm Casual builds furniture in Florida for Florida conditions — there is no cargo ship, no container shortage, and no six-week delivery window. You visit a showroom, choose your set, and drive home with it the same day. If anything ever needs service, our team is a short drive away.
Explore our full collection of outdoor furniture built for Florida homes, restaurants, and resorts — all at factory-direct prices.
