In the present, plastic is the usual material used in furniture due to a number of good reasons ? it is light in terms of weight yet very sturdy, costs less than steel or wood (both in producing and buying), and is simply a more practical choice in some areas than its counterparts. This is also why some offices, schools, function and meeting rooms, etc. use plastic chairs (or a synthetic form of plastic) over wooden or metal ones. The benefits of plastic furniture cannot be denied.
However, some folks still prefer other types of material for furniture, especially when they are planning to design the interior of a home. It is understandable, as these people, especially women, would like their home to be as beautiful to them as possible. If they feel that furniture is a big part of their home decoration and interior design, they will choose what they deem to be the best.
There are people who prefer wicker furniture, especially when they are considering how to accentuate their patio, or simply add a ?country feel? to their home. Wicker looks and feels very much different from other types of furniture, particularly plastic. Elderly people like it because it adds a different, relaxing touch.