Details at a Glance
| Brand |
HiTeak |
| Table Dimensions |
31.5 in. diameter x 29.5 in. H |
| Chair Style |
Folding armchairs with sling seats |
| Frame Material |
FSC-certified grade-A teak |
| Hardware |
Marine-grade stainless steel |
| Color |
Natural teak (weathers to silvery grey); sling fabric in black, blue, taupe, or white |
| Umbrella Hole |
Pre-drilled center hole (fits most 7--9 ft. umbrellas) |
| Assembly |
Minimal; folds flat for storage |
| Certification |
FSC-certified teak |
This 31.5-inch folding bistro set uses FSC-certified grade-A teak with marine-grade stainless steel hardware, built to resist rain, salt air, and UV fade without chemical treatments. The HiTeak Stella Durable Teak Patio Round Bistro Set -- a three-piece folding bistro set for balconies and compact patios -- is available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. Both the round table and armchairs fold flat, storing in a closet or garage when you need the space back.
How Well Does Grade-A Teak Handle Rain and Salt Air?
Grade-A teak contains the highest natural oil content of any outdoor hardwood, and that's what repels water, resists rot, and fights off insects without any chemical sealant. The marine-grade stainless steel hinges and bolts won't corrode in coastal humidity or after years of direct weather exposure, so the folding mechanism stays smooth. The sling fabric on the armchairs dries fast after a storm and resists UV fade season after season -- you're not replacing stretched-out cushions every spring.
Do You Have to Oil Teak, or Can You Let It Weather?
You have two options, and both work. Left alone, this teak will turn silvery grey within six to twelve months -- that's normal oxidation, not damage, and the wood stays just as strong. If you want to keep the warm golden color, wipe it with teak oil once a year in early spring. Either way, the teak itself needs no chemical treatment and will outlast furniture that requires constant sealing or refinishing.
Can You Leave a Folding Bistro Set Outside All Winter?
You can, but you'll extend its life if you fold it flat and store it in a shed or garage during the coldest months. The teak and stainless hardware will survive a New England winter outdoors without cracking or corroding, but folding it up protects the sling fabric from pooling snow and ice. If you're in a mild or coastal climate with wet winters, just tip the chairs to drain water and the set handles it fine. Pair it with pieces from our
outdoor bistro tables collection or match it to a larger setup from our
outdoor dining sets when the weather breaks.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does teak need to be oiled?
- No -- teak's natural oils protect it from water and rot. Apply teak oil annually only if you want to preserve the golden color; otherwise, let it weather to grey.
- Will teak turn grey, and can I stop it?
- Yes, teak oxidizes to silvery grey within a year if untreated. Annual teak-oil application slows that change, but grey teak is structurally identical to golden teak.
- Can this stay outside all year?
- It can, but folding it flat and storing it indoors over winter protects the sling fabric from snow load and extends the set's life in freeze-thaw climates.
- How much space does a folded bistro set take up?
- Each chair and the table fold to under four inches thick, so you can slide the whole three-piece set into a closet or lean it against a garage wall off-season.
- What umbrella size fits the table hole?
- The pre-drilled center hole fits most 7- to 9-foot patio umbrellas -- measure your pole diameter to confirm before ordering.
- Is shipping and assembly included?
- Free curbside delivery to the continental USA is included. The set requires minimal assembly, and both chairs and table fold flat for compact shipping.
Need help matching a material to your climate? Call 833-566-6526 or email info@loomlanoutdoor.com.