The weather beaters

Pros: This elegant Chinese Chippendale chair is made of tubular aluminum that is extremely lightweight and patinated with a celadon finish that prevents corrosion.

Cons: By contrast, many other aluminum pieces are solid-cast furniture, making them hard to move. Armchair, $695, available to the trade from Bruce Eicher, West Hollywood, (310) 657-4630.  (Eric Boyd / LAT)