Alexander Rose Garden Furniture: Choosing the Right Collection and Caring for It Properly
Investing in your garden is a long-term decision, and choosing high-quality pieces is key to creating a space you’ll love for years. When you’re considering premium options, Alexander Rose garden furniture often stands out for its reputation for elegance and durability.
This guide gives clear, practical answers—who Alexander Rose are, which collections suit different styles, how Roble compares to Teak, and the simplest ways to care for your furniture so it lasts for decades.
Who is Alexander Rose? The Story Behind a Premium Outdoor Brand
In the UK, Alexander Rose is known for exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design. Their approach is simple: create furniture that looks beautiful, feels solid, and stands up to British weather year after year.
This commitment to quality means you’re not just buying outdoor furniture—you’re investing in pieces designed for longevity, using established construction methods and carefully selected materials.
A legacy of classic British design
Alexander Rose designs suit everything from traditional country gardens to modern patios. Their furniture is built with strength in mind, using proven joinery techniques (like mortise and tenon joints) that support stability and durability.
Commitment to sustainability
Many timber ranges use FSC®-certified wood, supporting responsibly managed forests. Combined with long product life, this offers a practical kind of sustainability—furniture that doesn’t need replacing every few years.
The Signature Materials: Roble, Teak, and More
Material choice is at the heart of Alexander Rose quality. It affects weather resistance, lifespan, and how the furniture will look as it ages—especially in the UK climate.
Bolivian Roble: a durable alternative to Teak
Roble is a strong hardwood with excellent outdoor performance, comparable to Teak in durability. It has a light yellow tone when new and ages attractively over time. Alexander Rose Roble is also typically FSC® certified, providing reassurance on sourcing.
Classic Teak: the gold standard for outdoor timber
Teak is prized for its high natural oil content, which helps it resist moisture, rot, and pests. Fresh Teak has a warm golden-brown colour, and if left untreated it weathers into a classic silvery-grey patina. A well-made Teak set can last for decades with simple maintenance.
Cornis & Pine: quality and value
For customers wanting great quality at a more accessible price, Cornis (a dense Eucalyptus hardwood) provides strength and reliability with a warm reddish-brown finish. Treated Pine ranges offer a rustic look, with enhanced resistance for practical outdoor use.
Exploring Popular Alexander Rose Collections
The “right” collection depends on your garden style and how you use your outdoor space—formal seating, relaxed lounging, or everyday family living.
Traditional elegance: Broadfield & Turnberry benches
Broadfield offers classic straight lines and robust proportions, while Turnberry is known for its elegantly curved back and scrolled arms. Both work beautifully in traditional gardens and formal lawns, and also make standout statement benches.
Contemporary lines: Sherwood & Sorrento
Sherwood is a versatile slatted design ideal for modern patios and decking. Sorrento introduces a more architectural feel, blending the warmth of timber with sleek powder-coated aluminium frames.
Relaxed seating: Pine Farmers & St. George
For a more informal look, Pine Farmers brings rustic charm and a welcoming feel. St. George stands out with its high back, offering supportive comfort and classic country character.
Browse the full range here: Alexander Rose benches at Bench Store.
Beyond Benches: Dining Sets, Loungers, and Accessories
Alexander Rose is best known for benches, but the range extends to coordinated dining sets, companion seats, loungers, parasols and cushions—ideal for creating a complete outdoor living space.
Outdoor dining done properly
From compact 4-seater tables to large 8-seater designs for entertaining, the dining collection offers flexible options. Measure your space and plan for circulation room so guests can sit and move comfortably.
Companion seats and loungers for comfort
Companion seats (tête-à-tête) are perfect for a coffee and conversation, with a shared table between two seats. Sun loungers add relaxed comfort, often with adjustable backs and wheels for easy positioning.
Parasols provide shade, and fitted cushions add comfort and an easy style upgrade—especially for benches and dining sets.
Caring for Alexander Rose Furniture: Protecting a Long-Term Investment
High-quality hardwoods like Teak and Roble are naturally durable. Maintenance is straightforward—regular cleaning and sensible winter protection are the key steps.
Routine cleaning
- General cleaning: Use a soft brush and warm soapy water to remove dirt, algae and bird droppings. Rinse and let dry fully.
- Removing stains: Light sanding with fine-grit paper (with the grain) often removes water marks and surface staining.
- Check fittings: Seasonally check bolts/screws—natural expansion and contraction can loosen them over time.
To treat or not to treat: colour preference
If left untreated, Teak and Roble will weather to a silvery-grey patina. If you prefer the original honey tones, use a suitable timber treatment to help retain colour. Alexander Rose also offers dedicated treatment products for their ranges.
Winter care and covers
If possible, store furniture in a dry, ventilated space during winter. If it stays outdoors, use a breathable cover. Avoid non-breathable plastic tarps which can trap moisture and encourage mould.
Why Buy Alexander Rose from Bench Store?
Choosing the right retailer matters just as much as choosing the right furniture. At Bench Store, you get specialist product knowledge and service designed to match a premium brand.
Expert knowledge and curated selection
We specialise in high-quality wooden garden furniture and can help you select the right material, size and collection for your space, style and usage—whether that’s a bench, dining set or lounger.
Reliable service and UK-wide delivery
- Outstanding customer support: UK-based help from browsing through aftercare.
- Free UK delivery: Available to most of mainland UK.
- Proven trust: Strong customer feedback driven by consistent service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alexander Rose furniture delivered fully assembled?
Many chairs arrive assembled. Larger items (tables, benches) are often flat-packed for safer transit and simple home assembly, with fittings and instructions included.
What is the warranty on Alexander Rose garden furniture?
Warranties vary by collection. Timber ranges are often covered for up to 10 years, with woven collections commonly around 5 years and metal ranges around 3 years (collection-specific terms apply).
Can I leave Alexander Rose furniture outside all year round?
Yes—materials are chosen for outdoor durability. For best results, use a breathable cover in winter to keep furniture cleaner and reduce weathering.
Where is Alexander Rose furniture made?
The brand is designed in the UK and manufactured in purpose-built facilities internationally, with some timber ranges produced close to the timber source (e.g., Roble crafted in Bolivia).
How can I tell if the wood is sustainably sourced?
Look for FSC® certification on relevant ranges. The FSC® logo indicates timber sourced from responsibly managed forests.
Does Roble weather like Teak?
Yes—Roble will gradually develop a silvery-grey patina if left untreated, similar to Teak. If you prefer the original colour, apply an appropriate timber treatment.
