The short answer is: it can be too easy. Lightweight urban outdoor furniture, made from materials like aluminum, resin, or slim-profile wood, is designed for easy rearrangement and portability. This is a major advantage for cleaning or reconfiguring your deck space. However, on a windy deck, this very feature becomes a liability. A strong gust can easily shift, tip over, or even send lightweight chairs and tables sliding, posing a safety risk and potential damage.
The primary challenge isn't moving it yourself, but preventing the wind from moving it unexpectedly. Stability is compromised compared to heavier, solid pieces. To enjoy the benefits of lightweight furniture in a breezy area, mitigation is key. Consider these practical solutions: use furniture with built-in weight (like hollow frames that can be filled with sand), add weight with secure sandbags or anchoring straps, choose designs with wide, stable bases, or position furniture in sheltered corners. Ultimately, while lightweight furniture is simple to move intentionally, ensuring it stays put in the wind requires thoughtful selection and proactive securing measures.