5 Items You Should Never Put On Your Porch, According To Experts

Our Southern humidity might make our hair fuller, but it makes our furniture more fragile, and according to North Carolina interior designer Grey Joyner, that’s especially true of rattan. In fact, she says it shouldn’t be outside at all because it will eventually mold. If you insist on having the Palm Beach-chic material, take a few steps to keep it looking its best. “Cover furniture when it isn’t in use. This will help it last longer, and keep it from getting wet, damage, and filled with pollen,” says Joyner. 

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