Originally Published on July 7, 2023. Last Updated on May 13, 2024.
Order up! This comparison guide dishes out all the information needed to find the POLYWOOD dining set of your dreams. You can meet each collection, shop some of our favorite sets, and see our furniture out in the wild.
What is the Difference Between Dining-, Bar-, and Counter-Height?
Dining furniture typically comes in three height options: standard, counter, and bar. Standard dining tables are lowest to the ground, typically between 28- and 32-inches tall. The seat height of standard dining chairs is between 16 and 20 inches.
Counter furniture is slightly taller—table heights measure 34–37 inches high; counter chairs stand around 24–27 inches from floor to seat.
Bar height is the tallest option of dining furniture available, with tables standing between 40 and 42 inches tall, and chair seat heights ranging from 28 to 32 inches.
Vineyard
Great for a charm-to-table look.
This collection takes open-air dining up a notch with its elegant designs that serve as a blank canvas for inspired outdoor entertaining. Great for special celebrations, family gatherings, and multiple courses, these sets feature a wide range of seating arrangements for different party sizes. You’ll love these sets now and you’ll love them for life. Cheers to that.
Chippendale
Great for sophisticated garden parties and Sunday brunch.
Always in season and forever in style, our timeless Chippendale Collection shines with its subtle sophistication. The chairs, which are inspired by 18th-century pieces from England, bring classic beauty to any garden, patio, porch, or deck.
Traditional Garden
Great for spaces that are verdant and elegant.
Defined by classic beauty and timeless charm, our Traditional Garden Collection blends seamlessly with any outdoor setting. Enjoy tea under your favorite magnolia tree or pastries under an ivy-laden pergola with a three- or five-piece set. For brunches or birthday celebrations—or getting the family together just because—size up with a set that seats six or eight.
Country Living
Great for making a space feel both elevated and inviting.
Brought to you in partnership with Country Living, these dining sets offer maximum style with minimal effort to keep up their good looks. The chairs’ back slats and curved top rail offer timeless appeal, while the well-placed seat contours keep everyone comfortably content through the last course.
Signature
Great for a straightforward approach to styling your patio.
Our goes-with-everything Signature Collection balances versatility, elegance, and unsurpassed comfort calling you to find more time to dine in the sunshine. The chairs’ gentle curves offset clean lines and broad horizontal slats to create inviting pieces that suit any decor or occasion.
Classic Adirondack
Great for any Adirondack or alfresco dining enthusiast.
Synonymous with family vacations and the joy of summertime, our dining sets invite everyone’s favorite outdoor seat to the table. The Adirondack silhouette lends a laid-back look, while the reclined backs and wide armrests let everyone linger for longer.
Long Island
Great for an elevated Adirondack look with classic appeal.
Inspired by the laid-back elegance of the Hamptons, our Long Island Collection turns your space into an easy-breezy getaway. The table’s versatile design and the chairs’ scalloped backrests come together for a look that’s both casual and chic.
Mission
Great for tasteful yet statement-making style.
These all-weather dining sets are made well, built strong, and beautifully designed for life outside. The chairs are a clean-cut take on Craftsman style, with simplified lines for a tasteful look that still makes a statement. Chef’s kiss.
Martha Stewart by POLYWOOD Chinoiserie
Great for serving equal parts elegant style and enduring comfort.
Brought to you in partnership with Martha Stewart, home design expert and entertaining icon, this collection takes an artful, elevated approach to outdoor living. As told by quality craftsmanship and chinoiserie details, these sets are decidedly traditional with graceful lines and intricate latticework, while linger-worthy details like reclined backs and contoured seats play supporting roles.
Oxford
Great for elevated pieces at an incredible value.
Our Oxford Collection is a true testament to versatile Craftsman style, featuring clean lines and comfortable compositions that invite family to gather.
Braxton
Great for modern-farmhouse spaces.
If you’re looking for a warm and welcoming look, you’ll find it with these dining sets. Balancing transitional design and rustic elements, the Braxton Collection is always a conversation starter with clean lines, curved profiles, and a farmhouse-inspired X-back design.
La Casa Café
Great for keeping things casual but chic.
With all the inviting comforts of an open-air bistro, our La Casa Café Collection takes outdoor entertaining to a new level of sophistication. From weekend morning waffles to dinner with friends, these sets keep things comfortable with curved contours, chic style, and hardworking durability.
South Beach
Great for styling your ultimate staycation destination.
Our South Beach Collection is made for long, warm days and lively nights under the stars. The Adirondack-inspired chairs are a nod to Miami’s art deco design with their shell-style backrests for a resort-worthy retreat right in your backyard.
Lakeside
Great for outfitting your outdoors on a budget.
Durable designs at our most comfortable prices—these dining sets are the real deal. They are made to be foundational pieces, with simplified chair silhouettes and sturdy tables that can withstand syrup spills, drizzly days, and UV rays without skipping a beat.
Nautical
Great for styling an outdoor dining room for the whole crew.
With several seating styles to choose from, you’ll love the versatility of options our Nautical Collection affords. The Adirondack chairs are inspired by marina style, while the standard seats come in lowback and highback versions, as well as folding designs. Everything’s built well and comfortably designed, perfect for anchoring down and serving your favorite surf-and-turf meal.
Coastal
Great for daily meals served in sun-kissed settings.
Light, airy, and inspired by oceanside locales, our Coastal Collection features Phifertex® fabric sling seats—a breathable, lightweight, and tear-resistant material—that cradle you comfortably and have just the right amount of give. They dry quickly and no cushions are required.
Palm Coast
Great for transforming your space into an outdoor oasis.
Dining sets from our Palm Coast Collection make every season feel like summer. Featuring a familiar fanback design that curves in all the right places, the Adirondack-style dining chairs create an inviting space to wine, dine, and unwind all year long.
Seashell
Great for making every day feel like a breezy beachside occasion.
Meet your new favorite dinnertime (or anytime) destination. Featuring waterfall fronts that support your knees, the Adirondack-inspired chairs call friends and family to sit back and settle in for more meals together.
Captain
Great for striking an easy balance of form and function.
Our Captain Collection is at the helm of stylish and functional outdoor entertaining. Clean lines and boxy ladder-back frames highlight the chairs’ timeless nautical style. And with many sizes and configurations, it’s easy to get the whole crew on board for dinner outside.
Prairie
Great for blending traditional and modern styles.
This collection is a bold take on a Craftsman style, offering a look that endures season after season. The chairs put a modern spin on a traditional aesthetic with their clean lines, square angles, and uni-slat back.
Modern Adirondack Dining Sets
Great for loyalists of our best-selling Adirondack style.
Our fan-favorite Modern Adirondack Collection reimagines an iconic chair design in clean, symmetrical lines inspired by minimalist style. Built to last for years of family gatherings and just-because meals outside, these dining sets serve a perfect balance of form and function.
Quattro
Great for a chic campground-inspired space.
With just the right mix of modern design and casual elements, our Quattro Collection is a statement-maker in outdoor spaces. Each set is designed for crowd-pleasing comfort with clean-lined Adirondack seating.
EDGE
Great for serving a sleek, modern look.
Get in a modern state of mind with sets from our EDGE Collection. Designed with clean, confident lines that feel almost seamless between the chairs and coordinating table, it’s a style-driven look that brings modern minimalism to the great outdoors. Just add friends and your favorite recipes, and you have all the makings of a five-star dining experience.
Studio
Great for smaller balconies and petite patios.
Our Studio Collection is made to live large—even with less square footage. A Parsons table plus modern schoolhouse and bistro-inspired seating options: These minimalist dining designs boast compact silhouettes that don’t compromise on comfort.
Martha Stewart by POLYWOOD Acadia
Great for elevating spaces with quiet elegance.
The Martha Stewart by POLYWOOD Acadia Collection is a return to the forms of Craftsman furniture, defined by strong vertical lines that lend a subtle sense of grandeur. Decorative details emulate traditional woodworking joinery. This collection was inspired by pieces at Martha Stewart’s estate in Maine, a bucolic beauty built in the 1920s.
POLYWOOD Patio Dining Set Comparison Chart
Accessories
Great for personalizing your dream outdoor dining destination.
Pillows
Our outdoor pillows are hand-sewn of performance fabrics that stand up to accidental spills and prevent stubborn food stains.
Umbrellas
Our patio umbrellas help keep you cool and comfortable when dining on warm, sunny days.
