OUTDOOR FURNITURE THAT LASTS, AT ARTE VIVIENTE

by | Jun 1, 2021

Finding
good outdoor furniture for your home in Puerto Vallarta is not easy. Good outdoor furniture means it not only
looks good, but it will last. Most
people had little choice but to buy those synthetic, woven furniture sets from
a big box store. This residential grade
product is mass-produced in Taiwan and not meant for our climate. Sadly, it is generally a waste of our money
since the material hardens, cracks, and unravels within a couple of years. So much for what we thought was a good
deal!

The harsh
conditions here, including damaging UV rays, salty ocean air and extreme
humidity, means we need outdoor furniture made with a more durable material if
we want it to last. Those options, such
as outdoor furniture made with teak or tzalam wood or poly-coated metals such
as aluminum or iron, cost more upfront than what most new condo owners want to
pay.

Great
news, Vallartans! There is a
solution! As you know, I am always on
the hunt for manufacturers in Mexico who offer furniture that will benefit
homeowners. My goal is to try to help
people buy right the first time.
Recently, I met with the representatives of an outdoor furniture company
that produces a commercial grade outdoor line in Tijuana. They have been in business for many years, and
their manufacturing plant covers 15 hectares, with 320 employees, five assembly
lines, 71 injection molding machines, and seven blow molding machines.

As part
of vetting all manufacturers, we had a long discussion about the materials and
processes they use. We also reviewed
their warranty and looked at the designs as well as the costs. This manufacturer impressed me because they
ticked all the boxes regarding the type of product that will benefit homeowners
in Vallarta – lovely designs, reasonable price, comfortable, and well-made so
they last longer.

As you
can see from the images, the designs of their outdoor furniture are chic and
fashionable. They offer dining sets that
seat four, six or eight. The wide array
of dining chairs is fantastic – you have your choice of armless or with arms in
many different looks. I tried out most
of their chairs and can attest to how comfortable they are. These chairs are ergonomic! They also have beautiful outdoor living room
options, including sofas, loveseats, occasional chairs, ottomans, and
coffee/side tables. You can purchase the
entire group or the pieces that will fit best on your balcony or terrace. Also available are loungers and small side
tables for around the pool and counter and bar stools.

Most of
their lines are available in a myriad of color options. Because of the materials they use, you do not
have to worry about the color fading from the direct sun rays. The material they use is a thermoplastic
polymer resin. This resin is
polypropylene which has been in commercial use since 1957. (Fun fact:
If you have ever had a Tic Tac, the container’s lid is polypropylene.)

In my
opinion, it is the best material for outdoor furniture in Mexico. Furnishings
and outdoor rugs made with polypropylene mean we do not have to worry about
them fading or breaking.

Another
plus is that it is eco-friendly.
Polypropylene is derived from recycled plastic from detergent bottles,
milk jugs, and other plastic containers.
It does not emit toxic halogens and is recyclable.

I do not
know of any material like this commercial-grade resin that stands up better to
our climate. It does not absorb water,
does not mold, stain or deteriorate, will not shatter, and is lightweight
enough to allow for more effortless movement (moving chairs in/out for
dining). Polypropylene outdoor furniture
does not require significant or laborious maintenance. To keep it looking its best, simply wash with
a mild cleaning solution. A good scrub
removes dirt, debris and any residue.

The most
significant advantage, however, is its lower cost. Who doesn’t want to save money on outdoor
furniture pieces without compromising style and design? In that case, the poly furniture from this
Mexican manufacturer is what I consider to be the best choice. Plus, you can count on it to last a lot
longer.

Would you
like to see and sit in this outdoor furniture?
The new display room, right in the heart of Old Town, is on the third
floor of Arte Viviente! There are
samples of outdoor living room sets, dining rooms, chairs, loungers, counter,
and bar stools. Select your preference,
and most items can be delivered to your condo within two to three weeks. Arte Viviente is located at Libertad 303 at the corner of Matamoros in Centro Vallarta

Want to purchase furniture right the first time for
your home in Vallarta? We specialize in
helping you find the manufacturers and suppliers that use the correct materials
with the proper processes.
Visit us at our Puerto Vallarta store: 363A Constitucion just off of Basilio
Badillo (Open Mon through Fri 10 to 2).
Our Bucerias store is at Heroes de Nacozari 126 (Open Tues, Thurs and Sat
10 to 2). If you are not currently in
Mexico, email us at furniture@solutionsmexico.com or Whatsapp us at
+3221365156 and join our Facebook Group: Mexico Furniture and Décor for ideas and inspiration.

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