If you’re searching for a trend at SOLEX today, then contemporary styling in aluminium garden furniture could be it.

On the Kettler stand, LOFA past chairman Paul Bevington believes the UK may follow European markets, where the clean lines and low maintenance requirements of the latest aluminium designs have become hugely popular with discriminating consumers. Kettler's Paros models are examples on the stand.

Currently, synthetic rattan weave holds sway as the most popular style with British consumers, and Paul believes this is likely to continue. But he also predicts consumers of the future may aspire to something more in line European tastes. “We’re seeing how it goes,” he told SOLEX SUN. 

Also new from Kettler are barbecue accessories and a stylish food preparation table and store cupboard in the Everdure from Heston Blumenthal range.