FAQs
Welcome to our FAQs. Here you’ll find helpful answers to common questions about our furniture, homeware, lighting and outdoor collections. From product care and materials to delivery and returns, we’ve gathered the details you need to shop with confidence and enjoy your Garden Trading pieces for years to come.
What is Garden Trading known for?
Garden Trading is known for timeless British-designed home and garden furniture, storage, lighting, and accessories inspired by country living and practical everyday use. The brand combines natural materials, neutral colour palettes, and functional design for indoor and outdoor spaces.
Are Garden Trading products good quality?
Garden Trading products are designed with durability and everyday use in mind, using materials including oak, beech, metal, ceramics, and weather-resistant composites. Many collections are designed for long-term use indoors and outdoors.
What style are Garden Trading products?
Garden Trading products are best described as modern country, rustic contemporary, and timeless British homeware. Their collections combine practical functionality with understated neutral styling.
Is Garden Trading outdoor furniture weatherproof?
Many Garden Trading outdoor furniture collections are designed for outdoor use using durable woods, powder-coated steel, and weather-resistant materials. However, furniture covers and seasonal storage are recommended to extend product lifespan. Check the specific product pages for information on weatherability for individual items.
Can Garden Trading furniture stay outside all year?
Some outdoor furniture can remain outside year-round, but storing cushions indoors and using protective covers during extreme weather helps preserve appearance and longevity. However, furniture covers and seasonal storage are recommended to extend product lifespan.
Does Garden Trading garden furniture require assembly?
Some Garden Trading furniture requires assembly, while other pieces arrive fully assembled. The level of assembly and any tools required are listed on the individual product page. Assembly instructions are also included with the product where applicable.
What IP rating do Garden Trading outdoor lights have?
Garden Trading outdoor and bathroom lighting products are generally rated IP44 or above, depending on the product. Exact ratings are listed on individual product pages.
Are Garden Trading lights LED compatible?
Many of Garden Trading lighting products are compatible with LED bulbs. Visit our lighting guide for bulb compatibility, fittings, and suitable usage.
Can Garden Trading lights be used in bathrooms?
Selected bathroom lighting ranges are designed specifically for bathroom use and include appropriate IP ratings for moisture protection.
Do Garden Trading lights come with bulbs?
Some lighting products include bulbs while others require separate purchase. Product specifications confirm compatibility and bulb inclusion.
Why Is Acacia Wood Used for Outdoor Furniture?
Acacia wood is one of the most popular choices for high-quality outdoor garden furniture because it offers an excellent balance of durability, natural resistance, beauty, and affordability.
What You Need to Know About Acacia Wood Furniture
Wood is a living material and Acacia wood is mostly used for outdoors, so it's bound to be exposed to various elements. When exposed to rain or humid environments it will expand. When exposed to sun or dry air environment it will contract. Exposure to these elements can cause minor cracks, chips, peels, or splinters in your Acacia furniture. This process is called warping. This process is natural and unavoidable. However, with regular maintenance which involves cleaning, sanding and oiling you can maintain your Acacia furniture and increase its life for years.
How To Treat Acacia Wood
Clean your furniture with warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean cloth or sponge. Allow furniture to air dry completely for at least 24 hours. Once the furniture is completely dry, use a fine-grade sand paper to remove any rough patches. Using a clean brush evenly apply a first coat of CLEAR hardwood/teak wood oil to the furniture, if necessary apply a second coat after approximately one hour. We'd recommend this treatment to be repeated once to twice a year.
Can Acacia Wood Get Wet?
Yes, acacia wood can get wet. It is designed for outdoor use. However, prolonged exposure to moisture causes the wood to expand, and repeated wet/dry cycles contribute to natural warping. Regular oiling helps protect the wood and reduces the effects of moisture.
Does Acacia Wood Rot?
Yes, like all wood, acacia wood can rot if not properly maintained. The legs are particularly vulnerable as they sit on potentially wet surfaces. To help prevent rot, Place rubber or protective caps on the bottom of the legs, and use protective covers or store the furniture when not in use.
Can You Sand Acacia Wood?
Yes, you can sand acacia wood as part of regular maintenance. Once the furniture is completely dry after cleaning, use fine-grade sandpaper to gently remove any rough patches, splinters, or raised grain. This prepares the surface for a fresh coat of hardwood oil.
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