Although many people think of patio furniture in terms of outdoor use, many styles are actually beautiful enough to use indoors. Patio furniture can be an excellent choice for indoor sunrooms, indoor patios, spa areas, or even in the family room, bedroom or bath. Although not every style of patio furniture looks good indoors, here are several styles that work for indoor use.

Wicker: At Home Indoors and Out

In most cases, wicker patio furniture is equally at home both indoors and outdoors. In fact, many people simply bring their outdoor wicker patio furniture indoors for the winter, adding the pieces to indoor patios and sunrooms. However, wicker pieces are also frequently purchased for strictly indoor use, since they are so attractive, comfortable and appealing. Wicker pieces can work quite well in a room that features cottage or shabby chic styling. Wicker furniture can be painted in a variety of different colors, giving it great versatility and beauty. It\’s also easy to accessorize and accent wicker furniture, simply by adding fabric cushions to the seats. Wicker can add a beautifully casual look when used indoors, whether you use a single chair as an accent piece, or add an entire wicker ensemble to your family room. In addition to blending nicely with shabby chic and cottage styling, it also works well with a nautical style of decorating.

Wicker furniture is a natural for an indoor patio or sunroom. When accessorized with cheerful fabric cushions, you\’ll enjoy a touch of the outdoors all year long. It\’s also a good choice for the family room, adding a comfortable and yet decorative touch. A wicker chair or loveseat can even work well in the bedroom, transforming an unused wall or corner into a cozy sitting area. You\’ll find wicker chairs, loveseats, coffee tables and end tables, making it easy to create just the look you want.

Teak Furniture for Indoor or Outdoor Beauty

Although many people naturally think of teak furniture as the perfect choice for a luxuriously decorated outdoor patio, it\’s certainly beautiful enough to use indoors. When teak furniture pieces are used indoors, they will retain their beautiful bright finish much longer than pieces exposed to the outside elements. Since it\’s not usually advisable to leave fine teak furniture outdoors over the cold winter season, bringing it indoors is the perfect solution. Teak has a wonderfully elegant quality, which works well for indoor patios, sunrooms, spa areas or almost anywhere else. Teak furniture, especially when it retains its original color, can add a very warm and decorative touch. Soften the look with a few brightly colored cushions or an artfully draped tapestry throw. Teak furniture is also durable, making it an excellent choice for rooms that get a lot of use. It can add a very natural look when used indoors, due to the beauty of the wood. Teak furniture pieces and decorating accents can also work well in the bath, adding a touch of spa-like beauty and warmth to the room.

Author Bio: Artist, Jessica Ackerman, is a consultant with WallDecorandHomeAccents.com; she demonstrates what a well-trained eye can accomplish with metal wall crosses and tree wall sculptures.

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