Sage green summer: asda's £87 garden furniture set sparks diy debate

The weather’s teasing us with fleeting glimpses of sunshine, but don’t despair – a touch of spring is on the horizon, and retailers are capitalizing on the urge to spruce up outdoor spaces. M&S and Sainsbury’s are both offering nautical and striped cushions, respectively, but Asda has quietly dropped a surprisingly affordable – and slightly chaotic – four-piece garden furniture set that’s already generating buzz.

A surprisingly stylish, if slightly demanding, upgrade

The ‘Green Modern Metal Sofa Set’ is a deceptively simple proposition: a sofa, two chairs, and a table, all rendered in a soothing sage green. It’s the colour of the moment, and Asda’s offering is priced at a remarkably accessible £87 – that’s a little over £21 per individual piece. A welcome reprieve from the inflated prices dominating the garden furniture market.

The dimensions are perfectly serviceable: the sofa clocks in at 112 x 45 x 75cm, the chairs measure 59 x 76 x 75cm, and the table offers a compact 85 x 45 x 37cm surface. It’s designed to fit smaller patios without overwhelming them, a crucial consideration for many urban dwellers. And, crucially, the set boasts corrosion-resistant galvanised steel frames paired with weather-resistant textoline seating material – enough to withstand the notoriously fickle British climate. A toughened glass tabletop adds a touch of contemporary elegance and, perhaps more importantly, protects against the inevitable pigeon invasion.

Assembly required: brace yourself

Let’s be frank: assembling this set won't be a walk in the park. Early reviews suggest it’s a significant time investment, with one user estimating a build time of 4-6 hours, depending on your DIY prowess. It's a project, plain and simple. But consider it a welcome distraction, a forced connection with your household, or perhaps a strategic maneuver to keep the kids outdoors. Seriously, consider requesting assistance.

But the positive feedback is there. Several customers have praised the set’s value for money and comfortable design. “A brilliant outdoor garden seating set which was great value for money,” one reviewer stated. “Comfortable and good quality, it was perfect for a patio area at the top of my garden for catching the sun and enjoying summer.” Don't expect a flawless experience, though – the potential for frustration is clearly present.

Ultimately, Asda’s sage green garden furniture set represents a shrewd move, tapping into the current trend for outdoor living and offering a budget-friendly solution. Just be prepared to roll up your sleeves and embrace a slightly challenging assembly process. It’s a small investment for a surprisingly stylish corner of your backyard.