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Cardinal Patio Furniture
Cardinal Patio Furniture – The Midwest’s Premier Outdoor Living Store
We specialize in premium, in-stock outdoor furniture, pergolas, and backyard accessories — all built to last in Midwest weather. Poly is now the leading category of outdoor furniture, and our 25,000 sq ft Champaign showroom features the Midwest’s largest selection of Berlin Gardens and POLYWOOD — the two most recognized poly brands. We also stock aluminum and wood styles built for long-term comfort and performance. Whether you’re just starting your backyard project or ready to upgrade to the good stuff, we’re here to help — not pressure. Sharon (your “Furniture Mom”) gives real advice, and Mike keeps the good stuff in stock. You’ll find the best brands, the best guidance, and the freedom to choose what fits.
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What We Do – Outdoor Furniture, Backyard Upgrades & More
At Cardinal Patio Furniture, we specialize in high-quality outdoor living products that are built to handle Midwest weather and built to last. Whether you’re furnishing a shaded back porch or creating a full-scale backyard retreat, we help you find the right pieces at the right level — good, better, or best.
Outdoor Furniture That’s Actually In Stock
We carry the Midwest’s largest selection of poly lumber, powder-coated aluminum, and cast aluminum furniture — all available in colors, styles, and price points that fit real homes. From dining sets and deep seating to fire tables and conversation sets, you’ll find the good stuff ready to go.
Backyard Upgrades
Our selection includes pergolas, pavilions, umbrellas, outdoor rugs, and custom kitchen islands — everything you need to complete your outdoor space. We focus on quality, not gimmicks, and we’ll show you what works best for your layout and climate.
Indoor Wood Furniture – World-Class Craftsmanship in Stock
We carry the finest indoor wood furniture in the world, built from solid Brazilian Walnut (Ipe) by Jensen — a name trusted by luxury homeowners and designers alike. This is not catalog wood or showroom filler — it's heirloom-grade furniture, in stock and ready to go, with finishes and durability that leave box stores and designer brands behind.
Customization & Accessories
We offer wide customization options on most of our lines — from color and finish to cushion fabrics and table configurations. And yes, we carry the pillows, umbrellas, rug, and covers that let you finish the space right.
Best Brands in the Industry
We’re proud to stock Berlin Gardens, Polywood, Jensen, Fire Magic, Napoleon, and other top-tier outdoor living brands — all selected for their build quality, material durability, and Midwest performance.
White Glove Delivery & Setup
We don’t just drop boxes on your porch — our team offers full white glove delivery and assembly throughout the Champaign area and beyond. We place every piece exactly where it belongs, remove all packaging, and make sure everything is perfect before we leave.
Our Locations
Cardinal Patio Furniture is based in Champaign, IL — and we’re growing. Explore our flagship showroom or follow our expansion across the Midwest.
Our 25,000 sq ft showroom is located in Champaign, Illinois — right in the heart of Central Illinois. We serve customers from all over the region, including Bloomington, Springfield, Decatur, Peoria, and beyond. For major outdoor furniture brands and large projects, we work with homeowners and commercial buyers across the Midwest.
CHAMPAIGN IL STORE
Tue-Fri 9-5 / Sat 10-4 / 217-352-7665
1100 W Bloomington Road, Champaign IL
Email: sharonpauza[at]aol.com
Our Story – 50 Years of Doing It the Right Way
Meet the Owners Behind the Brand
Cardinal Patio Furniture was founded in 1974, and today it’s run by Mike and Sharon Pauza — a husband-and-wife team committed to helping people create beautiful, lasting outdoor spaces without sales pressure or gimmicks.
Mike handles strategy, product selection, and operations. Sharon (aka your Furniture Mom) leads the showroom experience — offering real advice, honest answers, and space to think it through.is text.
Our Philosophy
We’ve built Cardinal around one simple idea:
Help people make good choices and give them the best options — then let them decide.
No pressure. No chasing. Just top-quality furniture, stocked and ready, backed by guidance from owners who care.
Proud of Our Roots — and Our Growth
50 years in business
Largest selection of poly outdoor furniture in the Midwest
Biggest in-stock selection of high-end indoor wood furniture in the region
Fastest-growing Berlin Gardens dealer in the nation during the pandemic
Growing fast while many competitors are shrinking
We’re proud to be independent, resilient, and focused on what matters: helping discerning customers get the right furniture for their lives, their homes, and their spaces.
Our History – 50 Years in Central Illinois
Cardinal Patio Furniture is the latest chapter in a 50-year family business rooted right here in Central Illinois. It all began in 1974, when founder Russ Law launched Cardinal Crane and helped build many of the bridges still standing across Champaign County.
In the 1980s, we became Cardinal Pool, designing award-winning backyard pools and building lifelong friendships with families across the region. Over time, the business evolved — and in 2024, we rebranded again, opening a new 25,000 sq ft showroom and changing our name to Cardinal Patio Furniture.
Now led by Russ’s daughter Sharon Law Pauza, her husband Mike, and their family, we continue the same commitment to hard work, quality products, and helping people transform their outdoor spaces into something personal and lasting.
Explore Our Champaign Store
Explore Our Selection
We stock only the best — Berlin Gardens, Polywood, Jensen, Fire Magic, and other proven performers built for Midwest weather.
Explore Our Top Brands
We stock only the best — Berlin Gardens, Polywood, Jensen, Fire Magic, and other proven performers built for Midwest weather.
Explore Our Residential Project Gallery
See how discerning homeowners have furnished patios, porches, and pool decks using Cardinal products.
Explore Our Commercial Project Gallery
From rooftop lounges to outdoor restaurants, we work with commercial buyers who want long-lasting, high-use outdoor setups.
Explore Our Outdoor Kitchens
Upgrade your backyard with Fire Magic outdoor kitchens, custom islands built to last.
Explore Our Luxury Indoor Furniture
World-class solid wood dining and bedroom furniture — including Brazilian walnut from Jensen — in stock and ready to go.
What We Sell
We stock more than just patio sets — our Champaign showroom features deep seating, fire tables, conversation sets, pergolas, pavilions, umbrellas, outdoor rugs, custom kitchen islands, and indoor wood furniture made from Brazilian Walnut (Ipe). We even design outdoor kitchen islands, so you can build a complete backyard experience in one stop.
Who We Serve
We work with people who want to do it right the first time — no chasing, no compromises, and no throwaway furniture.
Homeowners Who Care About Quality
Our core customers are affluent, design-minded homeowners who want furniture that holds up — visually and structurally. Whether you're creating a covered porch escape, reworking your patio, or furnishing a new build, you'll find real options here in good, better, and best tiers — and real help making the right call.
Commercial Buyers Who Want It Done Right
We regularly work with businesses, hospitality groups, schools, and contractors furnishing high-use outdoor spaces. From restaurant patios to campus courtyards, we deliver durable setups that look good and last — with guidance from owners, not interns.
Not a Fit for Everyone — and That’s Okay
We’re not a DIY consulting firm or a catalog showroom. We don’t chase customers who just want free advice, or who plan to order one piece from a pop-up website. We’re here for customers who care about value, not just price, and who want to make decisions they’ll feel great about next year — and ten years from now.
Why Choose Us
Our team has completed over 1,000 regional deliveries, each with true white-glove service. That means careful placement, full setup, and packaging removal — all handled by us, so your only job is to enjoy the furniture.
We proudly Serve
We proudly serve Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Missouri, with regular deliveries across Central Illinois and the Midwest. From Chicago to St. Louis, Indianapolis to Charleston-Mattoon, our white-glove trucks have you covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you still do pools?
A: We continue to offer top-quality swimming pool chemicals, supplies, and expert water testing. We also provide a limited selection of residential and commercial pool services for select clients. For anything beyond that, we’re happy to refer you to trusted professionals. Our goal is to help you with all your outdoor needs — not just furniture.
Q: Do you have a good selection?
A: Absolutely. We have the largest selection of luxury poly patio furniture in the Midwest — plus deep seating, umbrellas, fire tables, and more. Most of it’s in stock and ready to go. Whether you want good, better, or best, you’ll find it here.
Q: Why are you different?
A: We only carry the good stuff — the finest, most durable, most comfortable furniture available. We’re owner-led, no-pressure, and always focused on helping you find what fits. Come see why brands like Berlin Gardens, Polywood, Jensen, and Fire Magic trust us to represent their names.
Q: Do you carry indoor furniture too?
A: Yes — and not just any indoor furniture. We carry Jensen, made from solid Brazilian Walnut (Ipe) — the world’s finest wood. Our in-stock selection is unmatched in Illinois and quietly one of the best-kept secrets in home furniture today.
Q: Do you sell outdoor kitchen islands?
A: Yes — and they’re the best in the Midwest. We offer premium, semi-custom outdoor kitchen islands using Agora cabinetry and elite grill options like the Napoleon 700 Series and Fire Magic Echelon. Everything’s built for beauty, durability, and real-world performance.
Q: What is your primary business?
A: We’re an outdoor furniture destination, first and foremost — with over 35 years helping homeowners and businesses transform their patios into something special. We carry the best brands, give real advice, and keep hundreds of pieces in stock.
Q: What is your history?
A: We’ve been at it for over 50 years. What started as a construction business evolved into one of the most trusted names in outdoor furniture in the Midwest. Our legacy is built on trust, service, and helping thousands of customers create incredible spaces.
Q: Do you sell commercial patio furniture too?
A: Yes. We work with restaurants, campuses, developers, and high-use spaces to deliver commercial-grade outdoor furniture that holds up. Visit our commercial gallery to see how we’ve transformed public patios and professional courtyards.
Q: Why should I trust Cardinal?
A: Don’t take our word for it — go look at our customer photo gallery. The work speaks for itself. When you’re ready, come visit us and let’s build something that lasts.
Q: Do you deliver and assemble?
A: Yes — we offer white glove delivery and full setup, often free in the Champaign area. We’ll place your furniture exactly where you want it and remove all the packaging.
Q: Do I need an appointment?
A: Nope. Just walk in during business hours. We’ll give you the space to browse, and help when you’re ready.
Q: Do you customize?
A: Yes — most of our brands offer customization in color, cushions, finish, and layout. You’ll get the options you want, without guessing.
Q: Do you serve outside Champaign?
A: Yes. For larger projects and top-tier brands, we work with homeowners and commercial buyers throughout Central Illinois and across the Midwest, including Chicago, Saint Louis, and Indianapolis. We've delivered to over 1000 customers happy customers across the region.
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Midwest’s largest in-stock selection of premium outdoor furniture and pergolas. Based in Champaign, IL — serving homeowners and commercial buyers across the region.
