Rattan dining chairs are a wonderful combination of elegant and casual. The warmth of the wood, and the tropical feel of rattan can make any home feel like a vacation getaway.

Because of the informal feel of wicker, the dining sets are usually only four or at most six chairs. You won't find a large table with many chairs made of rattan, since a large setting like that would be more formal than a wicker style.

Many times rattan dining chairs come in a set with a glass-top table. This is perfect because it shows off the beauty and intricacy of the woven table stand. You don't want to hide the detail of the chairs under a solid table.

Of course, with any rattan set you are going to want to make sure that you get good, thick cushions for the chairs. Be sure to get them for both the seat and the backrest. Most rattan is uncomfortable to sit on directly. The nice thing is that you can change out the cushions easily, which makes adjusting your decor very simple. (You can have chairs that match the season, or just your mood!)

Rattan Dining Chairs typically run a couple hundred dollars each, so look for a deal where they come with a table (which usually run about four to five hundred dollars) for a better discount.