Mandalay Chair & a Half Premium Wicker Furniture

Details at a Glance

Vinyl wicker over welded aluminum resists cracking and rust better than natural wicker or painted steel when left poolside through summer storms. This oversized lounge chair with five-strand woven vinyl and rust-proof aluminum frame is available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. The 39-inch-wide design seats one person with extra room or two in close seating, hand-crafted in the USA with 20 finish options.

How Does Five-Strand Vinyl Wicker Handle UV and Poolside Moisture?

Five-strand woven vinyl wicker does not absorb water the way natural sea grass does, so it resists mildew, cracking, and peeling when exposed to rain or chlorinated pool spray. UV inhibitors in the vinyl prevent brittleness and color fade through full-sun summers. The aluminum frame underneath cannot rust or corrode, even in salt air or high-humidity climates. You get the texture of natural wicker with none of the rot or seasonal swelling.

Do You Have to Bring Wicker Furniture Inside for Winter?

You can leave this chair out year-round in mild climates, though covering it or storing it in a shed extends the life of both wicker and cushions. Clean the weave with warm water and mild detergent before storage. Remove cushion covers and store them indoors -- foam and polyfill dry faster without fabric trapping moisture. In freezing climates, aluminum and vinyl wicker tolerate snow, but UV exposure is cumulative, so a cover helps maintain finish vibrancy over decades.

Where Does This Work Best on a Patio or Deck?

Position this chair and a half near your outdoor lounge chairs on a covered patio to anchor a conversation zone, or pair it with a side table on a sunlit lanai for morning reading. The 49-inch depth fits comfortably in outdoor chair groupings without overwhelming narrow decks. It transitions into a sunroom during cooler months and coordinates with other outdoor accent chairs when you mix seating styles around a fire pit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is all-weather wicker the same as natural wicker?

No -- all-weather wicker is woven vinyl or resin that resists moisture and UV, while natural wicker is plant fiber that absorbs water and rots outdoors. This chair uses five-strand vinyl wicker that mimics sea grass texture without the seasonal breakdown.

Can resin wicker be left out in the rain?

Yes, vinyl wicker does not absorb water and dries quickly after rain. The aluminum frame underneath cannot rust, so poolside or uncovered patio placement is fine year-round in temperate zones.

Will the wicker finish fade in direct sun?

UV inhibitors in the vinyl slow fading, and the 20 finish options use fade-resistant pigments. Sunbrella cushion fabrics also resist UV degradation, so both wicker and upholstery hold color through summers of full-sun exposure.

How do I clean wicker outdoor furniture?

Wipe the weave with warm water and a mild detergent, then rinse and air-dry. Cushion covers are removable for machine washing per the care label.

What is a chair and a half?

A chair and a half is an oversized armchair about 50% wider than standard, designed to seat one person with extra room or two people side by side. This one measures 39 inches wide.

Does this ship assembled or do I need to put it together?

Free standard curbside delivery is included to the continental USA. Assembly services are available upon request for an additional fee -- contact us to add that option.