Fermob bistro chairs are well known specially in France where they originated and where they are just about anywhere there is a bistro table.

The brand name Fermob is synonymous with quality outdoor metal bistro chairs. A quality that is evident in their original forms and exclusive variety of colors. It is the only brand that offers metal folding bistro tables and chairs in such a wide array of vibrant colors, and they add new colors every season.

Bistro table sets must be able to withstand any type of weather, to make sure that their chair will be up to the task Fermob metal chairs are subjected to an 11 levels of rustproofing treatment, followed by 2 paint layers. The paint they use is 100% polyester and fired in a kiln. The exclusive process, that Fermob uses, takes place in some of the most efficient factory in Europe. The result is that all metal chairs are warranted, and are designed to be used in natural elements.

Fermob is also conscious that a chair that is made for natural surroundings should respect nature. All their folding chairs use iron a material that is 95% recyclable. When wood is used it is exclusively from environmentally managed European forests. They also use environmentally safe paint.

The original “Bistro” created by Fermob in 1889 consisted of folding tables and chairs, which were a godsend for bistro terraces that were popping up everywhere near the end of the 19th century. Simple and easy to store, these new tables and chairs helped bistro owners avoid the heavy tax imposed on permanent terraces. This type of outdoor furniture became very popular and has inspired many designers.

It is from this furniture patent obtained in 1889 that Fermob has developed an entire line of folding bistro tables and chairs. Today they take advantage of all the modern technology, but remain replicas of their famous ancestors.

Fermob folding bistro chairs may cost a little more than some you can get in department stores, but they are great even if you don’t have a matching table. They will last and keep their beautiful look for years and are worth the price. In our family we are still using Chairs we bought almost 30 years ago, and still loving them. At the time of writing this article (May 2010) cost was from around $200 to $250 for a set of two chairs, depending on where you bought them. The display below shows the most popular colors available at Amazon the distributor with the best price.

Who would not like a small mosaic bistro table for the garden, the deck or even the kitchen? The top can be made with small pieces of glass, broken tiles, small stones, shells, or other materials as you see fit, and the palette of colors and designs can have no boundaries but your imagination. You can make your own or you can buy them. Prices for mosaic table have come down considerably over the years and today you can find some great looking tables at affordable prices.

Mosaic table tops and wrought iron are made for each other.

A mosaic table top is often very heavy, for this reason it is normally associated to table legs made of wrought iron so that they can support the weight. The combination of the two materials give the table an undeniable look of sturdiness. Furthermore it is a combination that does not fear to spend time outside in any weather, as wind or rain will not affect it.

If you choose to use a mosaic bistro table you can use it in the garden in the summer and in the house during the colder months. Perfect for the kitchen it can also serve as a decorative table just about anywhere.

Dining table or side table?

Mosaic bistro tables are normally thought of as tables to eat a meal, but you can today find low tables that look just like bistro tables only they have shorter legs. These short tables are perfect for placing next to your favorite lounge chair for your drinks. Both models are very popular, at this time, and equally in demand, a low table can also be used in the house as a distinctive coffee table. It make a great coffee table in a covered patio or in a conservatory.

Mosaic table top

If you already have a table leg with an old or damaged table top, it is easy to buy only a table top, and to attach it to the table legs you already have.

If you don’t find the top you want don’t hesitate to contact an artist or artisan who works with mosaic. A little visit to the studio or the site will show you ideas and you might be able to order from him/her the design you want. Of course you could try to make your own mosaic table top.

Mosaic table set

It is also possible to find a mosaic table set where the chair seat matches the design of the table top. Not all sets have mosaic chairs, some sets have a mosaic table top and the chair legs and general style matches the style and legs of the table. Others might have the design in a part of the chair back.

It is a personal preference and if you are looking for a bistro set that is intended to be more decorative than functional then you would probably opt for a mosaic chair.

When buying a bistro table, cast aluminum is a very good choice of material. First any environment conscious person appreciates the fact that aluminum is 100% recyclable. This alone might not be the reason to choose your table as you probably intend to use it a long time. Well a cast aluminum bistro table will not let you down and will provide you with many years of service. Aluminum produces furniture that is rigid and will keep this rigidity under extreme weather conditions. Your table is not likely to change shape of warp. You can be assured that a cast aluminum table will resist all sorts of weather and will not rust. Because of this resistance to rust you will often find that manufacturers are willing to extend a long warranty, sometimes as much as three years, although I feel confident you will not need it, and your bistro table will last you a lifetime.

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It will not take you long to discover that for a bistro table, cast aluminum is a much lighter material than wrought iron or steel, making it easier for you to move your table whenever you need to.

The fabrication of cast aluminum bistro tables is accomplished by pouring liquid aluminum into a mold. This gives the ability to create interesting designs for the top of the table that cannot be done with other materials without great expenses. Because of this process you will also find that there is a wider selection of designs for garden table and chairs. Depending on where you buy it and on the design you want, you may also be able to choose your color. There are as already said many designs to choose from, you also have the option to have a glass top or even a mosaic top.

Maintenance of a cast aluminum bistro table is very easy. It is sufficient to wipe it with a damp cloth after usage and periodically you can wash it with soapy water. Once a year you might consider to oil it, or to wax it, to keep it looking like new. Should you notice any chips, those can be fixed with a little spay paint. Most cast iron tables are in easy to find colors like white or green, but many people opt for a black bistro table

Really everybody loves bistro tables and there are many advantages to buying a cast aluminum bistro table and, when you put it out in your garden it will quickly be the star of the garden furniture. You will probably prefer to buy a whole bistro table and chairs set, cast aluminum works as well for the chairs as it does for the table, specially when they have great cushions.

A French Bistro Table is a very useful table to own for any homeowner. Today the so called French bistro tables as we find them in the US don’t have much that is French any more.

It is called French because initially they were created to accommodate the terraces of French cafés, and the rooms in French restaurants where space was always at a premium. They were often light tables that could be moved easily and joined together to form larger tables, the same way we do in the US when we have a large group of people.

The round French bistro tables were more for small groups of 2 to 4 and are still very popular in France or anywhere else they are used. A round bistro table in a French café almost always has a pedestal leg made of cast iron. The weight makes it a perfect table for outside where winds cannot tip the table over. While it is not very practical for many homeowners to have such a heavy table shipped, it is a great table for a windy yard.

Manufacturers who are concerned about the needs of their customers have created wrought iron bistro tables, that can be used outdoors and face the elements with practically no maintenance. These tables are not as heavy, but what they lack in weight they make up in style. You will find different styles of table tops and different styles of table legs.

Today French café owners buy whatever tables they need and so should you without worrying about the label. If a bistro table has a style that is pleasing to you, and is made of the materials that fit your situation, then you should get it.

There are times however, that only an authentic French bistro table will do. If you are a collector or an antique connoisseur, you might not want anything else, and that is understandable.

Because a table top made a perfect place to advertise products, some companies had bistro tables made with great images and their logo. These tables used to be given, to café owners, as promotional items. Some of these from a bygone era are still available and very authentically French. You can also find exact reproduction of these tables, but I have not seen any in the States. This does not means you could not have one shipped. I would probably forgo the heavy base and only buy the table top if I had to get one shipped from France. It is possible to find cast iron bistro table legs here.