Care & Maintenance

Aluminum Furniture:

Though aluminum furniture will last for years without rust or corrosion, exposure to the elements can lead to oxidation. Our line of quality aluminum outdoor furniture is specially treated with powder coating to withstand a variety of climate conditions. With proper care and maintenance, your powder coated aluminum furniture will provide years of hassle-free outdoor living.

In the unlikely event there is some oxidation, wash frames with a mild soap and water only. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use any chemicals or abrasives to clean furniture as this may affect the finish.

Wash and rinse the weaving material and aluminum frame with a mild household detergent several times a season. This will remove dirt, body oils, chemicals and other substances. Heavy stains can be treated with household cleaners.

Poly Tops:

Cane & Wicker Furniture:

Cane & Wicker is one of the most maintenance-free furniture materials in the world, and requires very little care in comparison to other types of furniture.
It is important to note that Cane furniture is not outdoor furniture. Whist a lot of steam and water is used in production; cane furniture should not be exposed continually to the weather. As long as it has a roof covering it and it only gets occasional rain and sun, it should be all right. Big problems arise when cane gets continually wet and then dry, wet and then dry. What happens then is it become brittle and starts to flake.

Exposing your cane furniture to excessive sunlight will also affect the colour of the cane over time. In the event of your Cane & Wicker furniture getting dusty or dirty, there are two suggestions. Firstly one can use the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner, or, secondly, wipe it with a cloth with a warm soapy solution on it.

If your furniture is really dirty or soiled you may find it beneficiary to hose it down, but make sure you dry your furniture properly as it will result in mould if you don’t. Please ensure that you remove all cushions prior to hosing down.

Cane and Wicker is an excellent choice for furniture both indoors and on a covered veranda. It is a very flexible and useful material and has been used for hundreds of years. With proper care and maintenance, your wicker furniture should provide many years of comfort and enjoyment.

Outdoor Teak Furniture:

Teak is the premium natural material for outdoor furniture. Teak is an extremely durable hardwood and it requires very little care to preserve its good looks and integrity over decades of use. It is also a material of natural beauty that displays a wide variation of rich grain and color ranging from light honey gold to deep chocolate brown. The natural growth process ensures endless variation so that no two pieces will ever be exactly alike in grain and color.

Here are some general care guidelines that will help you to get a lifetime of pleasure from your teak furniture.
Teak requires no special treatment or coating to extend its long life, however there are some choices for the care of its appearance:
New teak furniture often has a slight surface sheen. This is from the oil naturally occurring in teak wood. This surface oil will be washed away after a short time outdoors. The oils and resins that remain inside give teak its lasting durability. Over time when left outdoors, teak furniture will naturally age to a handsome silver-gray. This gradual process usually takes from six to twelve months depending on local conditions. The weathering process will eventually leave your furniture with a look of timeless beauty. Water spots or other discoloration may occur early in the weathering process. After the wood has been exposed to moisture the surface grain may raise slightly. Some small cracks may also develop in the wood surface. This is a natural weathering effect and will soon blend into the surrounding surface. The slight separation of the grain has no effect on the strength and longevity of the furniture. Teak will return to its original smooth feel after the initial weathering process. Cleaning with a soft bristle brush or pad and soapy water will help to return the surface to a smooth finish.

Once the furniture has taken on a weathered surface, it is easily maintained by an annual cleaning with a soft bristled brush and soapy water to remove accumulated dirt. Most dirt and stains can be removed with soapy water and a brush. For tough stains and mildew add one part household bleach to two parts water in the soap solution. Rinse well with clean water after washing. Pressure washers are to be avoided as they can scour and roughen the wood surface. Also, the use of steel wool is not recommended as it can leave a residue that can produce rust spots.

Care should be taken to wipe any excess oil or dust from the furniture with a damp cloth prior to placing cushions or umbrella covers on it. Some oil may bleed out of the wood during the first few wettings. Cushions should be removed to prevent stains the first few times the wood becomes wet. After the wood has been exposed to the weather for a time the oils will stop bleeding and it will no longer be necessary to remove the cushions.

Polypropylene material is made of HDPE plastic resin that has been purified and UV protected. It is generally cared for and cleaned with soap and warm water. For certain stains and additional cleaning power, a 1/3 bleach and 2/3 water solution can be used on light coloured products without affecting the color. Avoid using abrasives like steel wool, as these can quickly scratch up your plastic chairs.

The cushions used on leisure furniture can be susceptible to fading. Turning the cushions regularly and taking them indoors when not in use will help slowing down the fading process. One of the best ways to keep fabrics looking good and to delay deep or vigorous cleanings is to properly maintain the fabrics. This can be accomplished by simply brushing off dirt before it becomes embedded in the fabrics, wiping up spills as soon as they occur or spot cleaning soon after stains occur. Mildew grows in dirt, not fabric - another good reason to address stains promptly and keep furniture clean. Rinsing is very important. If soap is left, it becomes sticky and attracts more dirt. If bleach is left, it may breakdown fibers and weakens their strength.

General or light cleaning
• Brush off any loose dirt.
• Prepare a cleaning solution of 10 grams (1/4 cup) mild soap per liters of lukewarm water (less than 100°F/38°C).
• Use a sponge or a soft bristle brush to clean.
• Allow cleaning solution to soak into fabric.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
• Allow fabric to air dry.
For removable cushion covers, machine wash in cold water (less than 100°F/38°C). Depending on wash load size, use normal amounts of mild laundry soap. Allow fabric to air dry.
**Please refer to fabric suppliers instructions prior to cleaning

Fade and mildew-resistant outdoor fabric, made of 100% polyester or a synthetic blend, is designed for outdoor use. This requires the use of water-based cleaners only. You can take care of Solarium fabric by following the recommendations developed for fabrics labeled with cleaning code "W."

Vacuum or lightly brush the fabric frequently to remove loose dust and debris.

Spot clean the fabric, as needed. Apply a small amount of water-based foam upholstery cleaner to spots with a soft cloth or sponge, following the manufacturer's instructions. Let the foam cleaner dry and vacuum away the residue.

Turn over or reposition cushions covered with Solarium fabric regularly to minimize excess wear and fading.

Move items covered with the fabric out of direct sunlight when not in use.

Store items covered with the fabric inside during inclement weather to protect them from the elements.