How Different Is Cane from Rattan Conservatory Furniture?
So, what difference does rattan conservatory furniture have over those made of cane? As described above, rattan is a climbing palm. Its canes are solid to the core. By comparison, cane conservatory furniture pieces are made of bamboo. Bamboo canes are essentially hollow inside. But for all the fact that rattan conservatory furniture pieces have frames that are solid to the core when compared to bamboo, rattan is actually lighter in many cases than bamboo. Rattan is also more resistant to splintering, which means a person sitting on a rattan chair is relatively safe from getting snags on his or her clothing. It is also interesting to note that some cane conservatory furniture pieces have wickerwork made with rattan. Rattan is probably one of the oldest materials used in wicker weaving.
