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Rattan Furniture is made from a vine that grows in the mountain regions of the Philippines and Southeast Asian. The vines grow very long and are cut into 15 to 20 foot lengths, and then bundled and transported to the furniture manufacturer. Once at the manufacturer, this material can be steamed and then bent and shaped to produce a variety of furniture. The outer shell of the rattan, or peel, can be fashioned into strips which are used to wrap joints. It also can be used as a decorative accent and is often referred to as cane. Cane is often used to produce seat decking and back support on furniture.Natural wicker indoor furniture  refers to furniture made from a variety of  natural materials, which include rattan peel, willow, straw, rush, grasses, banana leaf, and other natural materials. These materials are woven over and between a rattan frame. When this type of furniture is made with straw or rattan peel it is often finished with a high gloss white paint and is commonly referred to as white wicker furniture. However, wicker and rattan furniture can also be stained or painted in an unlimited variety of colors and finishes.     The production of natural wicker furniture dates back to early Egypt where the Egyptians produced baskets and chairs.  It’s  popularity increased dramatically during the Victorian era in England, which lasted form 1837 till 1901. Victorians believed wicker was cleaner than upholstered furniture because it collects less dust and they used it for both indoor and outdoor areas. Victorian wicker is a style of furniture distinguished  by it’s fancy scroll work and intricate design. Since the Victorian era, wicker has flourished and remains a popular addition to many home decors around the world. Click the following link to view an example of  Victorian wicker furniture.The difference between wicker furniture and rattan furniture.

Rattan furniture is made from rattan pole. It’s outer skin is peeled and used to make rattan peel, a form of wicker. The poles are separated according to size and then used to produce furniture. The thicker parts are used for areas requiring more strength and the thinner parts are woven to create a wide variety of intricate designs. Pound for pound, rattan is one of the strongest woods on earth.