Editorials

The Complete Outdoor Furniture Care Guide: Teak, Aluminium, Rope and Fabric

The complete guide to caring for A-Grade teak, powder-coated aluminium, marine-grade rope and Sunproof® fabric, with seasonal tips and storage advice.

How Interior Designers and Architects Access Trade Pricing at Sissonne Outdoor

How the Sissonne Outdoor trade program works for interior designers, architects and hospitality specifiers: pricing, specification support, delivery coordination and how to open an account.

How to Style a Small Balcony: A Design Guide for Compact Outdoor Spaces

Pete Kerr on how to style a small balcony or courtyard with the Airlie, Capri and Kirra lounge chairs: layouts, space planning, accessory layering and what to avoid at compact scale.

Is Premium Outdoor Furniture Worth It? A Designer's Honest Answer

Pete Kerr, designer and Sissonne Outdoor owner, gives a direct answer on whether premium outdoor furniture is worth the investment, including the cost-per-year calculation.

A-Grade Teak vs Reclaimed Teak: What the Grade Actually Means

What's the difference between A-Grade teak and reclaimed teak? Sissonne explains what the grades mean, how they perform outdoors in Australia, and why we chose plantation A-Grade.

Outdoor Furniture for Australian Coastal Homes: What Materials Actually Last

What outdoor furniture materials actually last in Australian coastal environments: why marine-grade powder coat, A-Grade teak and Sunproof® fabric are the benchmark for beach and coastal homes.

Teak vs Aluminium Outdoor Furniture: Which Is Right for Your Space?

Teak vs aluminium outdoor furniture: aesthetic differences, maintenance requirements, coastal performance and how to choose, or mix both, for an Australian outdoor setting.

How to Choose an Outdoor Dining Setting for an Australian Home

How to choose the right outdoor dining setting for an Australian home: table size, material, seating type and round vs rectangular, from Sissonne Outdoor.

How to Furnish and Style a Covered Pergola or Alfresco

How to furnish and style a covered pergola or alfresco: zoning, furniture scale, colour and material choices for an outdoor room that actually gets used, from Pete Kerr at Sissonne Outdoor.

The Best Outdoor Lounge Chairs for Australian Homes: A Buyer's Guide

What to look for in an outdoor lounge chair for Australian conditions: seat dimensions, frame materials, comfort criteria and which Sissonne pieces suit different spaces.