With a wide range of materials available, it’s helpful to know if the coffee table you’re considering will hold up to sun and rain. If you’re looking for a metal outdoor coffee table, the two primary materials are wrought iron and cast aluminum. Wrought-iron furniture is heavy, solid, and durable. It requires maintenance to keep it rust-free and should be protected in winter climates. Lightweight cast aluminum doesn’t rust and can be molded into any shape you desire. Browse shops on Etsy for outdoor coffee table tops you can mount on a metal coffee table frame, or choose a completed table ready to be shipped.
Mosaic outdoor coffee tables are made from small tiles or stones held in place by mortar, and are hardwearing.
Try a teak outdoor coffee table. Teak is a water-resistant wood that doesn’t require sealing due to its natural oils. Teak weathers well when used as outdoor furniture, turning silver with age. Other types of wood need sealing against the elements, usually with an oil or varnish.
Concrete coffee tables are rugged and heavy-duty, ranging in style from antique Victorian to sleek and modern. Although heavy, concrete coffee tables are extremely durable against weather.