With the rest of the world playing catch up on being nice to Mother Earth, it's no surprise that people are catching on to how lovely eco-friendly products are. From lipsticks to ice cream to hybrid cars, there seems to be no stopping the environmentally conscious from taking back the market. This also includes eco-friendly patio furniture like Poly-Wood and teak, two of the sturdiest types of lawn furniture available.

Poly-Wood products are made from recycled plastics but they look like top quality wood. Instead of using valuable resources for outdoor furniture, Poly-wood gathers milk jugs, soda bottles, and plastic caps to recycling them and create weather-resistant lawn furniture. The "plastic lumber" is nonporous and comes in a variety of colors-if white isn't your thing pick another shade! They also don't need the same kind of care that plastic chairs or cushions do. Some soap and water are all you need to clean up. Whether on an actual lawn, next to the pool for some tanning time, or in the sand near the beach, Poly-wood holds up to the tests of time while benefit the earth with its recycled plastics.

Teak furniture, on the other hand, has been popular since the 1960s. It has a reputation for solid construction and weather-resistance, in addition to being protected by natural oils. These oils mean that the patio furniture doesn't need varnish or shellac, making it easier to maintain over time. The part that makes teak environmentally beneficial is that it's harvested from sustainable plant growths, which means that it's harvested without disrupting the plants surrounding it. Set it out on the lawn or display it proudly on the front porch for a nice change of scenery. Naturally beautiful, teak lawn furniture is certainly the way to go for eco-friendly furniture with quality and taste.

Sipping lemonade on a hot summer afternoon just isn't the same if you're doing it on the front steps. With patio furniture, you can enjoy the warm weather and relax comfortably. And with environmentally friendly furniture, you can know that you're contributing-all while sitting outside in patio furniture.