Sapcote 6pc Hideaway Lounge Set in Dark Grey Rattan

Materials That Make Sense Outdoors

The UV-stabilised HDPE rattan will not fade or go brittle, so it keeps its dark grey tone through years of sun exposure - not just one summer. The 5mm tempered safety glass handles the kind of temperature swings that would crack standard glass in a British frost. We advise storing cushions when you're not using them - a storage box or indoors is fine - and the rest of the set will keep doing its job for years. That's backed by our 3-Year Guarantee, and you're welcome to visit our showroom at Sapcote Garden Centre in Leicestershire to see the range before you buy.

Will the dark grey rattan fade in the sun?

The rattan is UV-stabilised HDPE, so it will not fade or go brittle with sun exposure. We've seen customers come to us after two or three seasons with cheaper PVC rattan that's cracked and lost its colour - HDPE is how you avoid that.

Is this set a 4-seater or a 6-seater?

It seats 4 comfortably for everyday use, with the extra pieces giving you flexibility for up to 6 when you need it. In our experience, "6 seater" on hideaway sets usually means a mix of main seats plus additional perches or footrests rather than six full armchairs.

Can I leave this rattan hideaway lounge set outside all year?

The aluminium frame cannot rust and the UV-stabilised rattan is all-weather, so the structure stays outside all year round with no cover needed. We advise storing the cushions when you're not using them - they last much longer when kept dry between uses.

What's the difference between this and cheaper hideaway sets?

Frame material is the main difference. Aluminium cannot rust, so you're not dealing with corrosion creeping through joints after a couple of wet winters. You're also getting UV-stabilised HDPE rattan that won't go brittle, and 5mm tempered safety glass - details that many lower-priced hideaway sets skip or charge extra for.

Do I need to buy a cover for it?

A cover is optional - useful for keeping the set clean, but not needed for weather protection. The aluminium frame cannot rust and the rattan stays outside all year. What we recommend is straightforward cushion care: store them indoors or in a storage box when you're not sitting out.

Is the glass top safe and practical outdoors?

It's 5mm tempered safety glass, made to handle the kind of temperature swings you get in the UK - warm sun during the day, a cold snap at night. Day-to-day it's easy to wipe clean after drinks, food, or pollen.

How much assembly is required?

Only the table. The chairs arrive fully assembled. The table base is four panels that screw together with two screws per side, then four screws attach the tabletop. All screws are included, and a screwdriver is the only tool you should need.

Can I see this set in person before I buy?

Our showroom at Sapcote Garden Centre in Leicestershire has the Sapcote range on display. You're welcome to come and see it, or call our helpful and knowledgeable staff on 01455 274748, 7 days a week, if you'd rather talk it through first.

Delivery is included in the price, 3-7 working days to mainland UK. Your furniture is delivered on pallets via our courier, and we'll email you a timed delivery window so you're not waiting around all day.

Worth knowing: our courier delivers to the kerbside or driveway, they won't take items around the back of the house, and the pallet and boxes are left with you. If you'd prefer a white-glove delivery with set-up and rubbish taken away, get in touch and we can usually help.

We dispatch from our Leicestershire garden centre. "In stock" means we have it here, ready to send, not drop-shipped from a third-party warehouse.

Returns: if you're not happy, let us know within 7 days and you can return it within 30 days for a refund (minus return delivery costs). The furniture must be in its original condition and packaging, and we'll arrange the collection with you.