Best Patio Dining Sets
Join me in looking at the Best Patio Dining Sets for the spring of 2021. I will look at three sets that will seat four for smaller areas like a balcony or builders' grade deck (normally an 8-foot square space out the kitchen door.
The seating for four will allow you and three guests to eat comfortably and then spend a little time sitting around playing cards or just talking. Some will allow for shade during the hot summer sun.
These three sets will all have their own styles and seating comfort. You will have to decide what will work for you and I am going to help with the information below. Now let us look at each of these sets.
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Product | Material | Table size | Price |
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Butterfly | Molded plastic | 34 inches | $999.95 |
Lancaster | Eucalyptus wood | 47.25 inches | $699.95 |
Prospect Hill | Woven resin wicker | 45 inches | $1199.95 |
Butterfly Patio Dining Set – Green
Made from a restaurant-grade recycled plastic material, this set will be very good for most outdoor weather conditions.
With two-tone green chairs, all legs are a darker green than the seats and backs, and a table with a white top with green legs. This set will offer a splash of color for your outdoor space.
The table is 34 inches across and 29.5 inches tall. It will lightweight at only 23 pounds. The bottom of the white top will have a leaf and flower design that can only be seen from the floor, I find this an odd spec.
Each chair will be 20 inches wide, 20.5 inches deep, and 32.25 inches high. Each will weigh about 16 pounds. This set will be easy to move when needed. When not in use the chairs can stack for storage.
The chairs will have a curved seat and back for your seating comfort. Adding some cushions may make seat comfort better, you will then have to find a storage solution for your cushions.
Pros
- Easy to take care of, will not rust
- Two-tone bright green color
- Chairs stack for storage
Cons
- Smaller table than others
- No hole in the table for umbrella
- No arms on chairs for comfort
Lancaster Eucalyptus Wood Round Table and 4 Chairs
If you like the rich look of wood, this eucalyptus wood set will work well for your outdoor space. Some furniture made of this type of wood has been around for hundreds of years with the proper care, this is the type of furniture that you pass down to your kids.
Made entirely of eucalyptus wood, a wood that lasts very well in outdoor conditions with little or no maintenance. It will resist insects, rot and mold will only treatment of tongue oil once a year and an occasional wiping when you have a spill or debris left by others.
The table will be 47.25 inches across and 29.5 inches tall. It will have a 2-inch hole in the middle for an umbrella (not included). There is no lower leg support or lower umbrella support in this table, if you add an umbrella, you will need to add an umbrella stand to make it stable.
Each chair will be 24.75 inches wide, 22.75 inches deep, and 35.5 inches high. The chairs will have a slatted seat and back with solid arms for comfort.
Pros
- Great look of wood
- Eucalyptus wood great for outdoor use
- Hole for umbrella in table
Cons
- No cushions for comfort
- Chairs do not stack for storage
- Hardware may rust or discolor
Prospect Hill Round Dining Table and Chairs
Starting with aluminum frames with a off white woven resin wicker finish the Prospect Hill collection of patio furniture will be a great looking choice for those looking at the wicker styling.
The table will be 45 inches across and 29 inches tall. A shelf with a skirt of resin wicker on all sides will allow the storage of small items so you will not have to make a trip indoors.
The tabletop and lower shelf will have matching holes for the stability of an umbrella (not included). Adding an umbrella, you may not have to add an umbrella stand, depending on the size and weight of the umbrella. The tabletop is a tempered glass insert.
Each chair will be 28.5 inches wide, 27.5 inches deep, and 36 inches tall. The cushions in the picture are not included, they are available in three colors. red, green, and blue. The seat of each chair will be 18 inches off the ground.
Several other items are available in the Prospect Hill collection of patio furniture from Plow and Hearth, see my information here.
Pros
- Rich resin wicker finish
- The table has provision for umbrella
- The lower shelf on the table for stability and storage
Cons
- Cushions not included
- Glass top may be difficult to replace if broken
- Seats are narrow, only 18 inches between arms
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My final thoughts on these patio dining sets.
When looking at the Best Patio Dining Sets for your patio furniture selection, you have three very different choices here. Choose your style- color, wood or wicker- that you are wanting for your space. Each one will have its advantages in looks and style.
How you make your decision will include several factors. Having the details of each of these sets will help in your decision.
If you need further assistance with your decision or just have a question, send me a note with the forms below and I will get back to you shortly.
Wow. I hadn’t thought about furniture for my outdoor space as we are still awaiting our first snowfall here in Atlantic Canada. We have a screened-in porch that is screaming for a new set of furniture. They all look so lovely it is difficult to decide. Each of those sets would look stunning but I am thinking the eucalyptus wood might be too much wood out there as the walls are finished with pine. What do you think?
Deb,
A screened-in porch screams Wicker furniture. It would look great and the cushions would not take as much abuse from the sun and rain. You would be very happy with this kind of choice.
John
I’m definitely going for your first recommendation. I’ve always wanted to decorate my outdoor space with wooden furniture and now, thanks to you, I’ve finally found the ideal dining set for my backyard garden.
I know that wood is durable by itself, by do you reckon I should use spray paint just in case?
Anyhow, awesome piece of content. I had a blast reading it.
Gorjan,
Most wood like the eucalyptus model shown here will do better with just a coat of tongue oil. Most will not take paint very well if it is not prepared properly. The eucalyptus wood will last very well in outdoor conditions, some have been around for several hundred years.
John
Thanks for the recommendation, John. I will definitely consider that when I am ready to purchase. I have bookmarked your site for future reference. Take care.
Deb,
Thanks for looking, if you need further help with your outdoor decor leave me a note.
John
Hello! Looking at the options and I can’t decide if I like the Butterfly or the Lancaster patio set!
I am a sucker for wood furniture but that back in the day vibe with the Butterfly set is really cute!
Thanks for writing such a great article!
Brenda,
It depends on the look that you are after. I think the wood will last a lot longer with the same care. You will lay out a lot more of your cash upfront to get that look. The Butterfly is a great set for the money if you can deal with the green colors in your outdoor decor.
John
Actually, a very nice review of three dining tables. I like that Butterfly Patio Dining Set, But my color is not green. I tried to find different colors like light blue, no additional color on that site too. I can see some decoration backside of the Butterfly Patio Dining Set chairs. I can’t closely see the picture but very beautiful decoration I can see. That is a good review of all the details. thanks for sharing it.
Sam,
I did not give a picture from underneath the table. With a little work, you could paint the set with some plastic paint and change the color.
John
I love that Eucalyptus set! You call it a con it has no cushions, but cushions are easier to find than a lovely outdoor set, or aren’t they?
I am also amazed it’s cheaper than the plastic ones. Usually plastic is cheaper than wood, isn’t it? Although you do have a point it’s not handy when chairs are not stackable. Especially wooden furniture can better be put inside.
We have metal furniture at the moment, but wood would have been much better. We didn’t think of the heat when we bought it, but in the Spanish summers metal is not a good idea. 🙂
Thanks for the inspiration, John.
Hannie,
The plastic is a very good set with a lot of color. The wood set will last a lifetime with proper care.
John