[Michael 61]

I recently added a wrap-around birdcage to my patio villa (screened in). I now want to add patio furniture (dining table with chairs /chaise lounge / chairs with cushions).

This is my first summer here, and now that it’s rainy season, want to know what others have done patio-furniture-wise on their outdoor patios or in their screened in birdcages that get wet when it rains.

I have some nice chairs and ottomans with cushions, that I have quickly found out absorb rain, and will eventually produce mildew, so I’ve had to move them to the covered area of my front lanai. Before purchasing more outdoor furniture, would like recommendations on what materials are best to leave out without having to cover each time it rains.

I would like to entertain and have permanent lounge and dining furniture in birdcage, but don’t want to have buyers regret if I purchase furniture that will not hold up to the Florida summer rains.

As usual, thanks for your replies and advice. 😀