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Aug 10, 2026 - 08:41 AM
The best weather resistant picnic tables are made from materials like cedar or polyresin, which naturally repel moisture and resist decay. For example, the Cedar Picnic Table with Attached Benches uses Western red cedar for superior weather resistance, while the Berlin Gardens Resin 86" Octagon Picnic Table is made from polyresin, ideal for all climates. With options in naturally resistant woods and high-tech materials, there are many tables designed to withstand the elements for years.
If you opt for a polyresin picnic table, the only reason to cover it in the winter is so that you don't have to clean off the winter grime in the spring. If you purchase a cedar picnic table, you will see more life out of your table if you apply a water or oil based stain that will penetrate the wood. Do not apply a product like urethane that sits on top your table as those will trap in moisture.
