Outdoor Side Tables

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The right outdoor side table quietly earns its keep. It gives you somewhere to rest a cold drink, a book or your phone, right where you're already sitting. Our outdoor furniture is made to slot into your outdoor living space without fuss, in the kind of colours and shapes that feel like you. Every piece is chosen to make considered design attainable for real New Zealand homes, sitting comfortably between discount prices and boutique exclusivity. That's the space Early Settler has always worked in. What is the difference between an outdoor side table and a coffee table? An outdoor side table sits taller and to the side of your seat, close enough to reach a drink without leaning. A coffee table sits lower and central, shared by everyone around it. Both belong in the same setting, just doing different jobs. Side tables work as outdoor accent tables beside a single chair, while a low central table anchors a group. A larger outdoor dining table is a different piece again, made for meals rather than resting a cup. We have sorted this out for plenty of homes since opening in Melbourne in 1985. Which outdoor side table material suits your local weather? Metal is the most weather-resistant all-rounder for most New Zealand conditions, which is why it anchors our range. Ceramic handles sun and heat well, while timber suits a covered or sheltered spot. Match the piece to where it will actually live: Metal – Powder-coated metal and aluminium frames shrug off rain and coastal air, the safe pick for exposed decks and balconies. Ceramic – A glazed ceramic top takes heat and sun without fading, ideal for a bright, open patio. Timber – Our acacia and reclaimed teak pieces use natural, sustainably sourced timber, best kept under cover or in a sheltered corner. Plastic – Lightweight plastic and polypropylene pieces move easily and rinse clean, handy for changeable weather. Other options – Concrete and terrazzo look heavy and stay cold, while natural rattan wears quickly outdoors unless