How to Style the POLYWOOD Chippendale Collection

Small Spaces

Classic bistro moment: Chippendale dining chairs paired with a compact round table can be the foundation of an intimate setup that feels comfortable, not crowded. 

Opt for lighter cushion fabrics against dark frames to open the space, and invite contrast and texture with a fringy patio umbrella or patterned pillows.

Petite porch lounging: Make your front porch feel polished with a single Chippendale Garden Arm Chair and complementing side table. 

Since the space is small, we suggest keeping the color palette subtle and letting the collection’s iconic lattice detailing do the heavy lifting. Otherwise, you risk overwhelming the area with competing visuals.

Medium Spaces

Refined dining: A rectangular POLYWOOD Chippendale dining set can anchor a mid-sized patio with elegance and structure. 

Save space and add flexible seating with benches along each side of the table, or stick to classic silhouettes to keep the look cohesive.

Statement seating: Use Chippendale deep seating to create a focal point on your patio. Highlight the collection’s craftsmanship with neutral-toned cushions and decor. 

For enhanced style and functionality, consider adding a striking centerpiece, like a coffee table or fire pit table.

Separate spaces: Our Chippendale outdoor furniture collection features a varied product selection: dining sets, deep seating, rocking chairs, and even daybed swings. 

This allows you to create distinct zones that divide larger areas while maintaining a consistent aesthetic.

Hidden Garden Gem

Nestle a black Chippendale bench along your garden path to create a quiet space to pause. The dark frame and straight lattice design stand out against the surrounding greenery, while the contoured seat invites you to sit back and settle in.

Poolside Seating

Achieve a balance of elegance and comfort by lining your pool’s edge with Chippendale chaise lounges. Soft pillows or cushions, convenient accent tables, and shade-giving umbrellas bring comfort and functionality to sunny afternoons.

Fine Dining

Customers consistently choose Chippendale for their dining spaces—and it's easy to see why. The refined style draws guests to the table, while the comfortable seating keeps them there for lingering conversations that last well beyond dessert.

“Large enough for family get-togethers with an updated style from my last POLYWOOD dining set. Love the quality … My last set (15 years old) was still in perfect condition, just too small.”

- POLYWOOD customer Laurie A., November 2025

Black and Soft Yellow

Dark colors stand out in a space dominated by light hues, as proven by the black Chippendale dining and deep seating sets on this customer’s covered porch. The furniture’s bold shade pops against the yellow siding and dove grey concrete.

“We love all of our POLYWOOD furniture. Our entire outdoor living space is full of the Chippendale Collection. We highly recommend this furniture!”

- POLYWOOD customer Janet P., June 2025

Bold Monochrome

White Genuine POLYWOOD™ lumber shines effortlessly against a darker backdrop. 

Whether styled atop charcoal grey decking or paired with black accents, our bright white lumber creates a striking contrast that perfectly highlights Chippendale’s lattice detailing.

White and Green

Invite classic style to a lush outdoor setting with a white Chippendale Bar Cart. Its bright frame showcases the collection’s iconic lattice detailing. 

When styled against greenery, it feels light, airy, and ideal for entertaining.

Pattern Play

Chippendale’s timelessness allows you to embrace patterns and textures.

This Chippendale deep seating arrangement shows how mixing designs can feel collected, not cluttered. The buffalo plaid cushions bring structure, while the large floral rug introduces movement and softness.

The furniture’s solid frames ground the look, letting the layered textiles shine. Accented by pretty planters and string lights overhead, the space feels intentional and harmonious.