Patio Side Tables

Outdoor side tables and accent tables in wicker, steel, and stone-effect finishes. The collection focuses on small tables that hold a drink, a plant pot, or a lamp next to a patio chair or lounger. Each table is inspected and condition-tagged before listing on the storefront. Patio side tables move through liquidation channels mostly in spring and late summer; the spring batch comes from prior-season manufacturer overstock, and the late-summer batch comes from end-of-season retail clearouts.

Common patio side table uses

A patio side table earns its space when it removes the awkwardness of placing a drink on the ground next to a lounger, or when it gives a plant pot a stable platform off the patio surface. Square tops in the 16–20 inch range pair naturally with adirondack chairs and zero-gravity loungers, where the seat is low and the armrest is wide. Folding side tables are a useful option for small balconies because they store flat in winter and require no permanent floor space. Wicker side tables with a hidden storage compartment under a lift-off top double as a place to keep cushions or a folded throw within reach without an extra storage box. Multi-tier tables stack two surfaces vertically — the top for drinks, the lower for magazines or sunscreen.

Materials and weather behaviour

Steel-framed tables with stone-effect or metal tops resist UV and rain but eventually develop surface scratches and, in coastal areas, light surface rust where the powder coat thins. Powder-coated black is the most common finish in this collection because it hides dust and patches easily with touch-up paint. Synthetic resin wicker tables are designed for outdoor use; the resin does not absorb water and does not rot, but exposed surfaces can fade in direct sun after multiple summers. Stone-effect tops are typically textured polymer or cement composite — lighter than actual stone, but heavier than plain metal, which keeps the table from tipping in wind. Wicker tables with steel or aluminum internal frames carry weight better than purely woven units.

Heights and pairing with chairs

Most patio side tables in this collection sit between 18 and 24 inches tall, which is the standard range to pair with adirondack chairs (low, deep seat), zero-gravity loungers, and most patio dining chairs. The general rule is to match the side table top height to the chair armrest height, so a guest can place a drink without lifting their arm. Multi-tier tables work for situations where the lower tier becomes a footrest or a storage shelf rather than a drink surface. The footprint of these tables (typically 14–20 inch square) is small enough to fit between two chairs without crowding the conversation gap.

Conditions and inspection

Each table is checked for frame stability, top integrity, wicker breakage, finish damage, and missing feet or hardware. Brand New arrived in original sealed packaging. Open-Box is a customer return with no signs of use. Opened for Inspection means we unwrapped the table to confirm frame welds, wicker integrity, and the assembled stability of the legs. We do not list tables with broken legs, cracked tops, missing structural hardware, or wobble that survives a full bolt re-torque on the assembled unit.

Shipping and support

Patio side tables ship from our Toronto warehouse in boxes that fit standard parcel handling. Orders placed before 1 p.m. ET are processed within 24 business hours. Prices are in CAD. If a table arrives damaged or in a condition that does not match its tag, send us photos within 7 days and we will arrange a replacement or refund. Most patio side tables in this collection ship pre-assembled or with two to four bolts left to install, so the unboxing-to-usable time is short.