Welcome. Barlow Tyrie is fine garden furniture. Barlow was a pioneer producer of teak garden furniture at the turn of the century and has grown to become the high standard against which all other teak furniture is measured. Barlow offers ranges in teak, woven, stainless and aluminum materials. Enjoy your Barlow Tyrie shopping experience while you view designs rich with heritage and built to give decades of satisfaction.

Value. Teak is one of the best values available today in outdoor furniture. For years, teak has had the reputation of being very costly, and from some sources it still is. However, competition in the market is bringing the price to very reasonable levels. Be sure to compare design, workmanship and price very carefully before purchasing.

Design. Outdoor furniture made of teak is usually very classic and simple in design. The natural appearance of teak wood lends itself to uncomplicated designs which subtly blend in with the surrounding architecture and landscape. The stateliness of teak furniture works equally well on the terraces of traditional country inns or in the lobbies of the most contemporary hotels.

As designers and architects have become more acquainted with the versatility and durability of teak outdoor furniture, the range in available styles has grown. Along with the classic designs, more streamlined, contemporary designs have reached the market. While it is always good to have a broad range of styles to choose from, it is important to avoid styles which are so modern that they appear to be interior furniture which has been brought outdoors. When choosing teak outdoor furniture, look for styles that will enhance, but not overpower the landscape or setting for which it is chosen. Attention should be paid to the scale of the surroundings -- vast estate-like buildings require benches and dining groupings which are very substantial in dimension and weight. In contrast, smaller, more delicate architecture will need lighter weight furniture.