Great outdoor spaces don’t happen by accident, they’re built on having a vision for your backyard, asking good questions, getting expert advice, and making smart choices. Discovering hidden details, and a few industry secrets most people never hear about is part of the discovery process, that pays dividends for years to come, when you are investing in a patio or dining set. From supporting the circular economy through buying recycled performance materials to learning how heirloom-quality teak and powder-coated frames are designed to outlast all four seasons in Canada, the best patio furniture sets quietly distinguish themselves in ways you can feel, not just see.
In this guide, we’re revealing seven insider secrets behind today’s leading outdoor furniture brands that explain what truly makes their pieces exceptional, and a great consideration for your backyard.
CANADIAN RECYCLED PLASTIC PRODUCTS (CRP)
Known for crafting high-quality outdoor furniture from recycled materials, CRP Plastics offers a sustainable solution without ever compromising on design, comfort, or performance.
Founded in 1994 and made in Stratford, this Canadian, family-owned company has built a reputation for transforming everyday recycled materials—like milk jugs and bottle caps—into premium outdoor furniture. By doing so, CRP Plastics helps divert millions of pounds of plastic from landfills and oceans, playing an active role in the circular economy by turning waste into something both beautiful and functional.
What truly sets CRP apart is durability. Their furniture is constructed using thick recycled plastic lumber combined with marine-grade stainless steel hardware, making it strong enough to withstand harsh Canadian weather conditions, from heavy snow and rain to salt air and intense summer sun. Unlike traditional wood furniture, CRP products won’t rot, crack, or splinter, and they can be left outside year-round with minimal worry.
Maintenance is just as effortless as the design is timeless. There’s no need for staining, painting, or sealing. Simply clean with soap and water. Because the colour runs throughout the material, it won’t peel, chip, or fade easily over time, ensuring your investment looks great for years to come.
At Barbecues Galore, some of our most popular pieces come from CRP’s deep seating collection, each offering the same durability, but with distinct styles to match different outdoor aesthetics.
The Stratford deep seating collection is designed with a more traditional feel in mind. Its upright seating position and gently rounded edges create a classic, structured look. With added slats along the back and soft curves throughout the frame, this collection fits beautifully into farmhouse or cottage core-inspired spaces. It’s the perfect blend of comfort and timeless charm. For a more modern and relaxed aesthetic, the Tofino collection offers clean lines and a laid-back feel. Featuring square edges and a slight recline in the back, Tofino seating is designed for lounging in comfort. Its sleek, contemporary look makes it an ideal choice for more luxurious or modern patios. Another standout feature is its modular flexibility, allowing you to customize and expand your setup to suit your space. CRP Plastics has recently introduced the Charleston collection, a high-back deep seating option designed with comfort in mind. While not modular, Charleston maintains a modern, streamlined look similar to Tofino, but with the added benefit of a taller backrest—perfect for relaxing and resting your head. Paired with premium Sunbrella cushions, this collection is ideal for hosting and unwinding during backyard gatherings.
Beyond deep seating, Barbecues Galore offers a wide variety of CRP Plastics products to complete your outdoor space. From classic Adirondack chairs and pub sets to full dining collections, there’s something for every lifestyle. You’ll also find functional and stylish accessories like fire tables, side tables, footstools, benches, and even garden planters, making it easy to create a cohesive and inviting patio setup.
For the past five years, Barbecues Galore has proudly featured Berlin Gardens in our showrooms. Our commitment to showcasing this exceptional brand has helped earn Barbecues Galore the International Dealer of the Year award in both 2023 and 2024.
Family-owned and proudly made in Berlin, Ohio, Berlin Gardens furniture is handcrafted by skilled Amish builders who meticulously assemble every piece by hand.
What truly sets Berlin Gardens apart is its material. Their furniture is made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), also known as marine-grade poly, rather than the aluminum commonly used by many competitors. This premium material is composed of 95% recycled plastics, making it both environmentally responsible and exceptionally durable. To ensure long-term performance outdoors, all hardware is made from stainless steel, preventing rust and corrosion. Because of this construction, Berlin Gardens furniture will not crack, rot, splinter, or fade. It is designed to be low-maintenance and durable enough to stay outdoors year-round, even in demanding climates.
Customization is another standout feature. Customers can personalize their furniture with:
- 20+ colour options
- Hand-sewn cushions
- Multiple finish styles, including wood grain, hammered, smooth, and marine finishes
While Berlin Gardens offers more than 20 collections, Barbecues Galore has carefully curated and designed select pieces specifically for our showrooms.
Our best-selling collection is the Mayhew. Known for its versatility, the Mayhew allows you to create a fully customized deep-seating configuration tailored to your outdoor space and lifestyle. Its aesthetic is clean and contemporary, featuring simple lines and an elegant modern profile. Comfort is another defining feature. The Mayhew collection offers deeper seating with a slightly reclined back, creating a more relaxed lounging experience compared to many collections that sit more upright and higher.
In addition to deep seating, we also offer a wide variety of dining sets and pub sets to complete your outdoor space. With Berlin Gardens, you can fully personalize your furniture from fabric grade and frame finish to cushion and sling options. The possibilities are virtually endless.
Berlin Gardens also stands behind their products with a 20-year residential warranty, giving you peace of mind for years to come. And should anything unexpected happen, you’ll always be supported as part of the Berlin Gardens community.
Mallin Furniture has been a trusted name in outdoor patio furniture for over 50 years, bringing quality craftsmanship and innovative design to backyards, decks, patios, pool areas, resorts, and hotels alike. As a long-time partner of Barbecues Galore, Mallin has become a go-to choice for customers seeking durable, stylish, and comfortable outdoor living solutions.
One of Mallin’s standout features is its strong aluminum construction. Frames are crafted from extruded, solid, or tubular aluminum, providing a perfect balance of lightweight durability and rust resistance ideal for all outdoor environments. Many pieces feature powder-coated finishes, high-performance outdoor fabrics, and plush foam cushions, ensuring lasting beauty and performance through every season.
Mallin’s collections are designed with versatility and comfort in mind. From deep seating and lounge chairs to dining sets in bar and counter heights, gliders, swivel chairs, and rockers, there’s a piece for every outdoor lifestyle. They also offer practical accessories such as side tables and serving carts, making it easy to create a complete outdoor retreat. Customers can choose between cushion seating for plush comfort or sling seating for lighter, breathable designs—perfect for warm weather lounging.
Among Mallin’s extensive lineup, the Georgetown Collection stands out as a best-seller at Barbecues Galore. Its sleek design, luxurious comfort, and versatile styling make it a favourite for families, entertainers, and anyone looking to elevate their outdoor living space. With the Georgetown Collection, you can enjoy a blend of sophistication, durability, and all-weather performance that transforms any patio or backyard into a welcoming retreat.
We’ve recently added a new Georgetown set to our showroom floor, featuring the stunning Brisa Distressed Lasso fabric by Ultrafabrics. This unique material offers the rich, leather-like look of natural hide while delivering the durability and easy-care performance designed for everyday use. Brisa Distressed brings a rustic, natural-grain aesthetic that adds warmth and character to the collection while maintaining exceptional comfort. Beyond its beautiful appearance, Brisa Distressed is also thoughtfully designed with sustainability in mind. Its blended backcloth incorporates recycled polyester along with FSC/PEFC-certified rayon, and each linear yard contains the equivalent of approximately eight recycled plastic bottles. The result is a fabric that combines style, performance, and responsible materials—perfectly complementing the timeless appeal of the Georgetown Collection.
One of the newest additions to our showrooms is the Brooklyn Counter-Height Pub Set, a stylish and comfortable collection designed to elevate both relaxation and outdoor entertaining. Crafted with premium Sunbrella® cushions, the Brooklyn offers exceptional quality, long-lasting performance, and timeless appeal.
This 5-piece pub set includes a counter-height table and four swivel chairs, creating the perfect space for gathering, dining, or enjoying drinks with friends and family. Even better, the Brooklyn collection is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to add additional pieces and extend the set.
When it comes to creating a beautiful and comfortable outdoor space, Cabana Coast has long been a go-to choice. We’ve proudly carried Cabana Coast in our showroom for quite some time, and it continues to be a customer favourite year after year. Known for its combination of style, durability, and customization, this brand offers everything you need to bring your outdoor vision to life. Cabana Coast furniture is thoughtfully designed with both comfort and function in mind. From deep seating collections perfect for lounging, to dining sets made for gathering with family and friends, each piece is built to enhance the way you enjoy your outdoor space. With clean lines, and a wide variety of frame finishes and fabric options, it’s easy to create a look that feels uniquely yours.
While we feature select Cabana Coast pieces in our showroom, we also offer the ability to order directly from the full collection. This allows you to explore even more styles and configurations beyond what’s on display. Our team is always here to help guide you through the options, making the process simple and enjoyable from start to finish.
Our most popular patio sets include the Riverside and the Etta, both designed to elevate any outdoor space. The Riverside set features a traditional woven wicker design with clean, modern lines, striking the perfect balance between classic style and contemporary appeal. The Etta collection, on the other hand, offers a fresh take on wicker with its bold, rounded silhouette and soft curves. Its lower back design and deep seating make it both stylish and exceptionally comfortable, fitting seamlessly into a wide range of patio spaces. Both sets are deep seating collections, built for relaxing, entertaining, and making the most of your outdoor living area.
EXTERIOR ELEMENTS
Exterior Elements is one of the most modern brands featured on our showroom floor. Their furniture is crafted with powder-coated aluminum frames, Sunbrella® fabrics, stainless steel hardware, and quick-dry foam cushions, materials designed for both durability and comfort in outdoor environments. Compared to many other brands, Exterior Elements collections fall on the more affordable side of the price range. That said, the quality is never compromised. The brand focuses on clean lines, neutral colour palettes, and user-friendly features, especially within their dining collections, making their pieces both stylish and practical for everyday outdoor living.
Exterior Elements offers a curated range of collections, with their dining options being some of our best sellers. The Rise dining table features one of the most innovative extension systems available. With a simple mechanism, three side extensions easily slide into place, allowing the table to expand quickly, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. The table’s modern design is functional and stylish enough to work beautifully indoors as well.
Paired with the Nur dining armchairs, this collection delivers both comfort and practicality. Exterior Elements offers several comfortable and affordable dining armchair options; all designed with stackable frames for convenient storage. Full aluminum construction and durable Phifer sling seating to ensure long-lasting, all-weather performance.
ERWIN AND SONS
Erwin and Sons outdoor patio furniture is a trusted brand known for its durable all-weather construction and timeless wicker designs. Now available at Barbecues Galore, Erwin brings a fresh selection of high-quality outdoor furniture to help elevate your backyard living space. With a wide range of collections, including over ten core lines, Erwin offers everything from classic wicker seating groups to modern outdoor dining sets and deep-seating lounge furniture. Each collection is thoughtfully designed to combine comfort, style, and long-lasting durability, making it easy to create a welcoming outdoor environment.
Built to withstand outdoor conditions year-round, Erwin furniture is crafted using high-quality materials such as hand-woven resin wicker and rust-resistant aluminum frames. Many pieces also feature high-performance outdoor fabrics like Sunbrella®, which are designed to resist fading, moisture, and everyday wear. Aluminum frames are finished with a durable powder-coated finish for added protection against the elements, helping the furniture maintain its appearance season after season.
Erwin collections include a wide variety of pieces, from sofas, sectionals, and lounge chairs to dining sets, coffee tables, and accent tables. Natural stone tabletops, often made from marble or granite, add an elegant touch to many designs while providing a sturdy and weather-resistant surface. Cushions can also be customized with hundreds of fabric options, allowing homeowners to personalize their outdoor furniture to match their style and space.
Thanks to its commitment to quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design, Erwin has built a strong reputation in the outdoor furniture industry. For decades, the brand has supplied furniture not only for residential patios and backyards, but also for hospitality spaces such as hotels and resorts, where durability and comfort are essential. With its blend of classic style, premium materials, and reliable construction, Erwin continues to be a popular choice for creating comfortable and stylish outdoor living areas.
KINGSLY BATE
Barbecues Galore is excited to welcome a new level of outdoor living to our showroom with the arrival of Kingsley Bate. For over 40 years, Kingsley Bate has been recognized for crafting some of the finest outdoor furniture. Known for exceptional quality, attention to detail, and timeless designs, this brand brings a true sense of luxury to any patio, deck, or backyard space.
What sets Kingsley Bate apart is their commitment to premium materials, most notably Grade A teak. Teak is one of the most durable woods available, naturally resistant to the elements and built to last for decades. Over time, it develops a beautiful silvery patina, giving each piece a unique, lived-in character. Every piece is thoughtfully constructed using traditional woodworking techniques, resulting in furniture that feels as solid as it is beautiful.
From clean, modern lines to classic silhouettes, Kingsley Bate offers a wide range of styles to suit any outdoor space. Whether you're designing a cozy backyard retreat or an elegant entertaining area, these collections elevate your space with effortless sophistication. Weather-resistant materials and high-performance outdoor cushions ensure both comfort and durability year-round.
Though new to Barbecues Galore, Kingsley Bate has long been a standout name, previously featured at Patio Palace. Their collections extend beyond teak to include woven wicker and stainless-steel furniture, blending timeless craftsmanship with contemporary design. These pieces suit everything from relaxed cottage patios to upscale, spa-inspired outdoor spaces.
Some of their most iconic collections include the Nantucket set, a timeless favourite that has remained popular for decades. Its enduring design proves it can transcend trends, making it a consistent top choice year after year. Another standout is the Marin dining collection, which combines the comfort of a sling-style chair with the strength and beauty of teak. Finished with 304 stainless steel hardware, this set offers durability and peace of mind, ensuring long-lasting performance for years to come.
SEE FOR YOURSELF
Our curated collection of 2026 Patio Furniture options are on display in your local ‘Must-See’ Showroom. Come sit in the various sets, ask an expert to help you craft a personalized plan, choose your own frames, colours, styles, and fabrics. We carry a large assortment in stock, and many custom options are made-to-order with quick delivery times so you can enjoy them this spring.
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