Alexander Francis Blog - Furniture

As the summer season comes in and the sun is shining and the temperatures soar, it is time to make the most of your outdoor space and relax and enjoy the blissfulness of the outdoors. There is no b...

Worried your garden furniture won't survive the outdoor elements!? Let us explain what fabrics you should be looking out for to give your sofa set the best life possible. In short. Yes, but also po...

high-end patio furniture. Whether it’s the warm glow of teak, the deep tones of mahogany, or the intricate texture of a rattan sofa set, these pieces are more than just functional. They’re an exten...

With the winter now just round the corner and now being in the wetter seasons, it is essential that your furniture is protected ready for the sun next year! Some issues can occur if it is not prote...

Garden furniture is an essential element in creating an inviting and functional outdoor living space. It not only provides comfort and seating, but also contributes to the overall aesthetic appeal ...

Before the winter months sneak up on us. We wanted to lay out some clear and essential tips to keeping your garden furniture in pristine condition during its most testing seasonal period.  How Are ...

Choosing the best garden furniture can be tricky, so here are the pros and cons of rattan garden furniture and metal garden furniture to help you decide.

Protecting Your Garden Furniture: Why It Matters Garden furniture is an integral part of our gardens, especially in the upcoming summer months, so making every effort to protect them matters. Not o...

As the warmer seasons approach, you’ll want to make your garden look good for summer. Whether you’re expecting a summer of parties, barbeques, dining al fresco, or spending time with family, you’ll...

Enjoy Easter In Your Outdoor Space As Easter approaches, it's the perfect time to breathe new life into your outdoor space and embrace the joys of spring. With longer days and warmer weather on the...

As the warm embrace of spring gives way to the scorching heat of summer and eventually transitions into the crisp coolness of autumn, our gardens become an extension of our living space. When it co...

If you are looking for the perfect garden furniture for your outdoor space, then rattan furniture might be just what you need. Rattan furniture has become increasingly popular in recent years, and ...

If you've browsed for outdoor garden furniture before, you've probably comes across Teak wood at some point, quickly followed by the price tag. Here's why it charges a high end price... What Makes...

Rattan furniture has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. It offers a timeless, classic look that can complement any garden or outdoor space, while also being durable a...

Choosing the right Rattan Garden Furniture can be difficult, there is so much out there and the difference in price and quality varies massively! That's why we, at Alexander Francis, have done the ...

When it comes to outdoor furniture, there is no shortage of options available on the market. However, finding outdoor furniture that is both modern and luxurious can be a challenge. That's where th...

Being such a social nation, the UK loves having a good BBQ or garden party for many months of the year. To set the summer scene, you have the sumptuous Alexander Francis Milano Corner Sofa set com...

The past year spent indoors has shown us the full potential of our homes. During the past month, our homes have taken the role of cinemas, parks, restaurants, gyms, and yoga studios. And, now that ...

When choosing garden furniture, your main concerns are always design, comfort, and quality. However, something you may not consider is whether the fabric is fire retardant. In the UK, all upholster...

Simplicity Sunbrella Sun Loungers are now part of our new exclusive Veneto Collection. Our concept behind the Veneto Collection is to embody minimalist design – simple, understated and stylish. The...

MODERN OUTDOOR FURNITURE, WITH A TWIST. Modern garden furniture is our speciality and our exclusive new outdoor sofa set is our new favourite design. Contemporary garden furniture is a style that b...

Modern Industrial Style Industrial style has been on trend for interior design for the last few years. but we wanted to extend it to outdoor living. As the contemporary sun lounger design was to be...

Exclusive Design Garden Furniture The days of sitting in uncomfortable plastic chairs with matching plastic tables are long gone. Garden furniture designs get better every year. Sunshine can be spa...

When designing the Siena Collection we really wanted to concentrate on comfort but with a modern look. Following the current trend and popularity of our grey rattan furniture, we chose a dove grey ...

With summer fast approaching now is the time to start planning for garden projects. It is not just about choosing the right garden furniture, it’s about having a functional garden to suit your need...

When thinking of purchasing garden furniture, your opinions may clash over wanting a rattan corner sofa for relaxation but needing a dining set for outdoor eating. With our casual rattan corner sof...

Outdoor Rugs Outdoor rugs seem to be the new trend to hit the market. After researching it is apparent why this idea could become popular. These days our gardens are being used to its full potentia...

All of our rattan outdoor furniture is, as the name suggests, designed to be left outdoors all year round and still look good as new every summer. Many customers ask us if they need a garden furnit...

Our new exclusive Veneto grey fabric outdoor sofa and Verona charcoal rattan range, designed to create functional, stylish furniture with a modern edge. Veneto Incorporating an arctic white powder ...

The sun is beating down on your garden. You can think of nothing better than having your comfortable bed or sofa right there in that sunny spot. To be able to stretch out in comfortable bliss, brea...

Our Splash-Proof Cushions Covers   Our managing director, Lee, demonstrates how to deal with spilled drinks on seat cushions in our latest video. Our splash-proof seat and back cushion covers on o...

Our Dining Sets Photo Shoot We spent the day in our photography studio with our contemporary brown rattan Outdoor Dining Sets from our Tuscany range. Comprised of 6 seat and 8 seat table and chair ...

We’re in the processing of adding brand new videos showcasing our latest outdoor garden furniture products. Subscribe to our YouTube channel   You can find all our of our latest videos on our You...

Black rattan garden sofas that transform your outdoor space. Hand weaved in smoky black textured rattan giving a contemporary take on our Tuscany Collection. A whole new look for the brown rattan ...

First of all we’re very excited to about our Calabria grey rattan sofa set collection. Here’s some more detail about this popular sofa set. First introduced in 2014, the Calabria grey rattan sofa ...

Large garden daybeds, deep blue sky and tall willowy palm trees. These stunning photos are from two of our customers Mark and Rob who have two of our luxurious large garden Tuscany daybeds in their...