To me, metal furniture looks much more sophisticated than plastic lawn chairs. It’s also more durable, and will last you much longer. My entire life, I’ve had metal lawn furniture, and I’ve always loved the look of it. However, it does have its weak point: rain and rust. Now- one little storm won’t render your outdoor furniture useless- but over time, rust can build up. But even if it does- you don’t need to worry! Just read this tutorial by Lane Cummings at eHow and your patio furniture will be good as new:
-Spray the metal furniture with vinegar until each piece of metal is sopping wet
-Wait 15 minutes, then wipe off, and rinse with water- then dry
-Rub the rest of the rust off with a wire brush
-Sand off any remaining rust, wipe off
-Apply primer and rust-resistant paint