Rattan - a name given to around 600 species of palms, is extensively used in home decor. You will find rattan furniture often in patios, verandahs and sun-rooms. These are slowly moving indoors to create a causal ambiance to entertain. The natural weaving on rattan's make them so special compared to furniture made out of fabric. They have several other advantages -- they are light weight, durable and easy to maintain. Rattan's can take paint color, so makes it easy to match the rest of the decor. I've a few examples for you here, rattan's outdoors and indoors...