Goodbye Traditional Patio Tables: The Modern Amazon Find That Lights Up Your Yard

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Designing your ideal patio requires the right eye for good products, and one item worth upgrading could be your patio table. In addition to being a surface that can hold food and beverages, the patio table (even small ones) serves as a gathering place. If your current traditional patio table is looking a little rough around the edges, there's a modern Amazon find that's not only a table, but also a light source: the Solar Yard patio floor lamp with side table.

Retailing for $94.99, this side table and lamp is a trendy option for your outdoor living space. The metal base holds the lamp and table in a U-shaped design; the lamp features a wicker shade that lets warm light through, while the side table is large enough for a couple of drinks. The galvanized steel frame is IP65-rated, making it resistant to water, while the entire fixture measures 55 ¾ inches high. Since the light is solar-powered, you can place it wherever you desire (no need for it to be located near an outlet), so long as it's exposed to sunlight during the day. 

At the time of writing, customers had given the product a 3.9-star average. Reviews mention that the lamp has a lovely appearance and offers a nice glow. One verified reviewer, who gave the lamp and table five stars, shared, "It gives off just the right amount of light, sits at the perfect height, and the quality is incredible. It's solid, heavy, and super steady. I could go on and on... I'm absolutely in love with it."

Successfully bringing this solar floor lamp-and-table combo to your patio is a great way to create a stylish patio space without breaking the bank. Since it's not too large, it could be positioned next to a patio sofa, providing a practical spot to place smaller items. If you want your patio to have a cohesive aesthetic, try to track down items that feature modern forms, black hardware, or wicker finishes, which would complement the product's design.

Added light is a welcome addition to any patio after dark, though it's worth noting that this Solar Yard lamp may not be bright enough to be the only source. The light output is "20 lumens;" to give you an idea of how bright that is, a candle is about 12 lumens. Said one three-star review, "I was surprised it wasn't brighter. I felt like they advertised it or like a reading light, but it was more like a pretty accent." If you want to increase the amount of light on your property at night, pairing this floor lamp with string lights, or using a couple of these together could help accomplish that goal.

Should your backyard have a swimming pool or detached sitting area away from the house, this elegant Amazon find that lights up your yard could be well-suited to those spots, too. Lastly, while the majority of reviews are positive, a couple more critical ones — like a customer who complained that the base on theirs was wobbly — may justify keeping the packaging until 30 days after your purchase, per Amazon.com's return policy.