Pamela Anderson’s porch secret? Real estate agents say her furniture will upgrade your curb appeal and always look charming

It's hard to find a furnishing material as beloved as rattan. From designers to celebrities and real estate agents, this natural weave is relied on to upgrade a space's aesthetic, and this includes outdoors. Take Pamela Anderson’s porch as an example.

Rustic charm meets quiet luxury in the model's Vancouver Island property, and the charming porch foreshadows this decorating ideology perfectly. There are many front porch ideas to steal from Pamela's space, from the terracotta planets to the white-painted façade that contrasts with the black front door.

The defining feature, however, comes in the shape of the rattan sofa that brings a sense of retro charm to the nostalgic patio. It's beautifully simple, yet stylish and easy to follow on your patio. Plus, as real estate agents share, following her example could add curb appeal and ultimately make your home more sellable.

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'When I help a family plan a porch or patio, I often reach for rattan first. The woven surface and soft curves feel friendly the moment you sit down. Even after design trends come and go, the look of rattan seems fresh because it copies shapes we see in nature. A chair can sit beside sleek glass doors or an old brick wall and feel right at home, which makes rattan a safe choice for every style,' comments Eric Bramlett, a realtor and owner of Bramlett Real Estate.

Rattan's aesthetic appeal needs no long description, but as Eric explains, this beautiful weave is highly durable, making it the pefect choice for an outdoor space like a porch.

'Modern makers give rattan strength that older pieces never had. Many sets use resin fibres that shrug off sun and rain, so the strands stay bright and the weave stays tight even after many summers. You can leave the furniture outside when clouds roll in and trust that it will look the same when the sky clears,' he says.

'From my desk as both realtor and designer, I see another bonus. A porch dressed in rattan feels like an extra room, and that additional living space catches the eye of buyers the moment they walk up the steps. Good looks that last many seasons save owners from constant replacements and keep the whole property feeling cared for.'

Plus, while rattan outdoor furniture can be an investment, you can rest assured that these pieces will look just as beautiful in a decade from now.

'Rttan stays on my short list. It looks timeless, resists harsh weather, invites easy care, moves wherever you need it, and treats the earth with respect. Bring a few pieces to your porch or garden, and you will quickly see why this simple material never loses its charm,' Eric adds. Plus, if it's Pamela-approved, we already have all the reasons we need to make the purchase.