Whether you’re environmentally conscious or have an affinity for authentic, worn-in aesthetics, reclaimed furniture can work wonders for your garden space.

At Sustainable Furniture, we promote recycling and reinventing materials, transforming existing resources into objects that can be treasured long into the future. 

This article will delve into the intricacies of reclaimed furniture, outlining its advantages and providing guidance on how to style and maintain these items to ensure their longevity.

What is Reclaimed Garden Furniture?

The idea behind reclaimed furniture is to reuse existing timber to make new, practical furniture rather than throwing it away. 

For instance, Sustainable Furniture reclaims Teak, Elm and Pine salvaged from old colonial buildings and other discarded materials, such as stunning Teak roots from formerly illegally logged ground.

These practices recycle precious materials and ensure that re-plantation can occur.

Then we transform these resources into unique reclaimed garden benches or mesmerising Teak root tables.

Overall, reclaimed furniture creates captivating designs while promoting responsible and ethical practices in the industry.

Benefits of Reclaimed Garden Furniture

If you’re curious why reclaimed wood garden furniture is the best choice for your outdoor space, see below for three main factors.

Environmentally Responsible

Reclaimed furniture offers a circular, sustainable model of product manufacture that conserves precious natural resources.

Rather than depleting forests and consuming energy by creating new furniture, this approach breathes new life into existing materials, reducing the harmful waste that would otherwise contribute to rising greenhouse gas emissions.

By extending the lifespan of resources instead of extracting more, the planet can continue naturally regenerating and sustaining itself.

At the same time, we get to enjoy beautiful furniture and a healthy climate and environment!

Authentic Aesthetic Appeal

Reclaimed timber possesses a gorgeous authentic, worn-in look that is pursued in high-end design.

Nevertheless, you can’t quite replicate the organic beauty of swirling grains, knots and natural imperfections that are naturally embedded into each piece of reclaimed furniture.

Unlike flat-packed mass-produced furniture, your design will be truly one-of-a-kind.

All these indentations from a past life add charm and character, destined to become a talking point for your garden parties, barbeques and outdoor gatherings. 

Cost-Effective Furniture

Opting for reclaimed furniture promotes forward-thinking, conscious consumption, but it’s also a cost-effective choice. 

Each piece is skillfully restored or repurposed, ensuring its durability and longevity, resulting in a timeless aesthetic and solid construction.

This care minimises the need for frequent replacements or trend-focused pieces that can quickly accumulate costs.

When you choose a carefully crafted, durable option, the cost-per-use of your investment will be more economical over time. 

 

Picking the Perfect Reclaimed Garden Furniture

Consider the following points before purchasing your next piece of reclaimed furniture for your garden.

Assess the functionality:

Understanding the intended purpose of the furniture will help you select the right pieces for your space.

For example, if you envision large garden gatherings, you may require a luxury reclaimed outdoor dining set with plenty of seating. 

Alternatively, a small side table and a few cushioned chairs may be more suitable for creating a cosy and relaxed atmosphere.


Consider the aesthetics: 

Think about the overall look and feel you want to achieve in your garden, as this will influence the colours, textures, and shapes you want to incorporate.

If you want to amp up your outdoor space, remember you can always complement your reclaimed furniture with luxury garden cushions or exquisite garden art.

 

Evaluate the practicality:

Ensure that the dimensions and size of the furniture will suit the available space in your garden. 

Additionally, consider the ability to fold or store the furniture away when not in use - this is particularly beneficial if you own a smaller space or crave flexibility.

Maintaining Your Reclaimed Garden Furniture

A large part of sustainable living is putting extra care into maintaining and repairing your existing items.

Naturally, outdoor furniture will endure the elements, so it may require extra upkeep to keep it in the best condition.

Maintenance can include simple cleaning that removes stains and dirt or sealers and treatments that protect your furniture from UV radiation or mould. 

On the other hand, you could embrace the transformations that occur from outdoor exposure. For instance, natural materials such as Teak can gradually evolve into a soft, silvery hue as it weathers over time. 

 

Discover More Reclaimed Furniture

Sustainable Furniture is home to an array of environmentally friendly pieces to adorn various rooms in your home, conservatory or garden space. 

For more stunning pieces that carry our ethical ethos, browse our entire furniture collection or gather further design tips from our blog. 

If you have any inquiries or further information about our products, please don't hesitate to contact our team. We’re always happy to answer any questions.