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Compact and smart.
Finding outdoor garden furniture for a balcony can often be a struggle, especially when most balconies are pretty small and narrow. However, there are plenty of ways to utilise the space you do have with brilliant compact pieces.
Whether it's balcony tables, compact bistro sets, foldaway chairs, side tables, half parasols or planters, we've found some great must-have balcony furniture and accessories for your outdoor space. While you may not have a garden, it doesn't mean you can't make your balcony a beautiful outdoor haven to sit and enjoy in come spring and summer.
On that note, here are the best balcony furniture pieces to buy now.
Neat, streamlined and incredibly chic, this rattan bistro set was made for small areas. As demonstrated here, the tables tuck in perfectly when not in use – ideal for balconies where floor space is limited.
Invest in a compact bench for your balcony for ultimate style and comfort. This slimline option from John Lewis can be placed against the wall, ensuring you'll have enough room to stretch your legs. Just layer with outdoor cushions and throws.
Stay in the shade with this charming half parasol, which can either lay flat against your balcony wall or be fixed for extra support. It's an ideal solution for narrow spaces that can't fit a full-sized parasol.
We love how compact this table and chairs bistro set is. Made from lightweight resin with perforated panels, it's the perfect blend of minimalist and industrial. It's also available in blue, red and dove grey.
To create more privacy on your balcony, consider buying a privacy screen like this, which you can attach to the railings with the included safety ties. It provides ideal protection against wind, rain and UV.
If you've got a lot of plants to showcase on your balcony, do it in style with this three-tier plant stand. The varying heights help to provide interest and the slatted design enables sunlight to seep through.
Having a balcony instead of a garden doesn't mean you can't dine and sip cocktails alfresco. This wall mountable bistro balcony table is perfect – fix to the wall or railings and enjoy breakfast, lunch and your favourite tipple.
An alternative seating option, outdoor bean bags are great for relaxing while catching the sun rays from your balcony. This stylish option from Dunelm is affordable enough that you can buy a few for when you have extra guests.
If you prefer a high table for your balcony, Wayfair is selling this three-piece compact bar set made from acacia wood. It'll make lunchtime coffees in the sun all the more chic.
It couldn't be easier to pop this wall-hung table on your balcony, and it's foldable, too.
Need to store some garden tools and accessories? At just over £20, this wood effect 90L capacity storage box is great for storing plant pots, cushion pads and tools. Note that while it's water resistant, the box isn't waterproof.
This compact side table is a great choice for areas with limited floor space as it can be tucked into existing outdoor furniture when not in use. The polywood top is weather resistant to shield against everchanging British weather.
Create more space for planting flowers, herbs and vegetables with these nifty hanging planter bags. Simply attach to your balcony railing with the 12 safety ties and you're ready to plant!
Made from spruce wood, this ladder-style shelving unit is a perfect display piece for all your potted plants or herbs. And it's pretty slimline too, so it should fit perfectly on a balcony.
There really is no excuse not to grow some plants on your balcony with this charming planter. Made from durable powder-coated steel, it can be simply hung over the edge of your balcony for a pretty look.
At just 25cm deep, this outdoor plant stand is an essential accessory for narrow balconies. Pair it with the matching three-shelf plant stand, as pictured here, to create your very own urban jungle.
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