URBAN OUTDOOR FURNITURE

If your balcony, patio, or rooftop is prone to strong gusts, keeping lightweight furniture in place is a common challenge. Here are effective strategies to prevent your chairs and tables from blowing over. First, add weight. Use commercial furniture weights or fill decorative planters, buckets, or sandbags with sand, gravel, or water to place at the base of furniture legs. For umbrellas, invest in a heavy, weighted base. Second, use anchors and straps. Secure furniture to railings, walls, or fixed structures using durable straps, bungee cords, or even lightweight cables with screw-in ground anchors for freestanding pieces. Third, choose strategic placement. Position furniture against walls or in corners where wind exposure is reduced, and arrange sets closely together to create a heavier, interlocked mass. Fourth, opt for wind-resistant designs when purchasing new furniture. Look for pieces with perforated surfaces that allow wind to pass through, or those that can be easily folded and stored when not in use. Finally, during severe weather, the safest option is to move lightweight items indoors or to a sheltered area. Regular checks on your securing methods will ensure your outdoor space remains both stylish and storm-ready.