Brown Concrete Outdoor End Table - Robarts - Weatherproof Outdoor Art

Details at a Glance

Glass-fiber-reinforced concrete gives this table the weight and stability to hold up through seasons of rain and wind without the rust, rot, or warping you'd get from metal or wood. The SUNPAN Robarts outdoor end table -- a contract-grade piece handcrafted in Vietnam with a sealed protective topcoat -- is available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. Its brutalist stacked geometry anchors a seating area with genuine architectural presence, and at 104 pounds it won't shift in gusty coastal conditions or high-traffic patios.

How Does Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Hold Up to Rain and Sun?

The concrete matrix is reinforced with glass fiber for tensile strength and sealed with a protective topcoat against moisture penetration and surface staining. That topcoat resists UV exposure, so the dark brown timber-effect finish won't blister or delaminate the way painted metal can in full sun. Concrete itself is porous, so covering the table during heavy rain or extended winter weather prolongs the finish life and prevents water pooling in textured surfaces. Inherent color and texture variation is normal for concrete; no two pieces look identical, and natural weathering over time adds to the handcrafted character.

What's the Best Way to Protect It Over Winter?

Bring it under a covered porch or use a waterproof furniture cover during snow and freezing rain to keep moisture out of the sealed surface. The weight makes this piece stable, but that same weight means you'll want help moving it if you decide to store it in a shed or garage for the season. Light rain and occasional damp conditions won't harm the sealed concrete, but standing water or accumulated snow can eventually compromise the topcoat and lead to surface pitting or staining.

Where Does This Work Best on a Patio or Deck?

The 16-inch square footprint fits beside a lounge chair or between a pair of club chairs without crowding walkways, and the bold brutalist lines hold their own against low-profile modern seating. You'll see it paired with pieces from our outdoor side tables collection in layered vignettes, or alongside an outdoor coffee table to anchor a full conversation grouping. The sealed finish transitions indoors as well, so you can move the table into a living room or covered breezeway when you want that architectural weight year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this stay outside all year?

The glass-fiber-reinforced concrete is sealed against moisture and built for outdoor use, but covering it during winter storms and heavy snow extends the life of the protective topcoat and prevents surface staining.

Will the finish fade in direct sun?

The sealed topcoat resists UV exposure and won't blister or peel like painted metal, though all concrete weathers naturally over time and protective covers during intense summer sun help maintain the dark brown color.

Is it suitable for a coastal or salt-air location?

Concrete doesn't rust, so salt air won't corrode the material the way it does untreated steel, but rinsing the sealed surface occasionally removes salt residue that can build up and dull the finish.

Does this outdoor end table require assembly?

No assembly is required -- it arrives ready to place, and standard delivery is free curbside to the continental USA.

What size works beside a lounge chair?

A 16 x 16 inch square footprint sits neatly beside a standard lounge chair or between two club chairs without obstructing pathways or reaching over armrests.

How much does this table weigh?

It weighs 104 pounds, providing stability in wind and high-traffic areas but requiring help if you need to move it or store it off-season.