POLYWOOD Community Q&A

You asked, our community answered. See what real POLYWOOD customers have to say about our most common questions.

Is POLYWOOD better than wood?

“We love our new POLYWOOD set for our fire pit area. We purchased them for easier maintenance and upkeep than our previous wooden set. They are very comfortable, and we enjoy sitting in them by the fire.”

Natalie W. South Beach Adirondack 3-Piece Set, July 2025

“We decided to make the investment in a POLYWOOD furniture set after buying some wooden rocking chairs, and they didn’t last 6 months before they started breaking down. They are great quality and seem like they will hold up for a long time.”

Brittany N. Lakeside Deep Seating Loveseat, July 2025

What is the best heavy outdoor furniture for windy areas?

“The pieces are heavy-duty, and the retractable ottoman is a great feature. With our crazy Texas weather, it has already been through baking sun, wind storms, and thunderstorms with no issue.”

Victoria M. Palm Coast Ultimate Adirondack 3-Piece Set, October 2025

“I love everything about these chairs. We live at the beach with gusty winds. These chairs can hold their own here! We have so many beautiful views that we spend most of our time on the decks. The rockers are a beach necessity. They have the perfect ‘rock’ and still defy the wind.”

Donna B. Modern Curveback Adirondack Rocking Chair, September 2025

Does POLYWOOD ever do discounts or sales?

“I needed a product that was sturdy and didn’t require a lot of maintenance. Also, it was important that it be America-made. … the sale price made it a no-brainer.”

Sofia R. Modern 3-Piece Curveback Adirondack Set, June 2025

“Very comfortable, more than you might think for plastic furniture. Sturdy and stays put on the patio and does not rock around. Color is solid throughout and matches what I was expecting. …”

Peter P. Vineyard 3-Piece Curveback Adirondack Set, May 2025

Is POLYWOOD a good choice for outdoor furniture?

“Having tried other brands similar to POLYWOOD over the years, I knew we needed the best for new bar stools on our boat dock. Seeking weather resistance and durability pointed us to POLYWOOD, as it is always the best choice.”

Rebecca H. Lakeside Bar Side Chair, May 2025

“... POLYWOOD was a perfect choice as it gives the overall aesthetics of wood with the durability of metal, with none of the negatives. It also has a 20-year warranty on the frame. It’s built to last! …”

Jeffrey S. EDGE 6-Piece Modular Deep Seating Set, October 2024

Does POLYWOOD furniture require maintenance?

“... Looks great in our outdoor space and is so easy to clean. …”

Karen T. Vineyard 7-Piece Farmhouse Dining Set with Trestle Legs, September 2025

“Durable, easy to clean! We LOVE our POLYWOOD collection. 10/10 for outdoor furniture.”

Amy M. Lakeside Counter Side Chair, September 2025

What is the lifespan of POLYWOOD?

“These chairs are very comfortable. … We bought them in Mahogany six or seven years ago for our primary residence, and they still look good.”

Christine H. Nautical Curveback Adirondack Chair, October 2024

“... The quality of the products is amazing. We had purchased several outdoor tables and chairs several years ago, and with the New England weather, they held up amazingly.”

Monique N. Vineyard Deep Seating Chair, September 2025