Care
Remove any surface dirt and dust with a soft brush or cloth. Use mild soapy water and a soft brush or sponge to keep the Aluminium clean. Avoid using anything that will scratch the surface. Rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry with a soft cloth or towel.
Commercial aluminium cleaners are available but please read the instructions carefully to ensure they are fit for purpose.
Fabric Care
Summer sunlight varies but if it is extremely harsh, the sun’s UV rays will affect the colour of fabrics. Whenever possible, we recommend that you limit the amount of direct sunlight on your fabrics to minimise the amount of fading and also that you move and rotate cushions so they get equal exposure as much as possible.
Our Outdoor fabrics with inserts for cushions are designed for furniture that will be completely out in the weather. . We use Urecel Quick Dry Foam in our seat cushions which allows them to dry rapidly and fresh air to circulate freely. However, we advise you allow them to dry thoroughly if the cushions become saturated with water to prohibit the growth of common moulds and fungus.
Brush off dirt before it becomes embedded in the fabrics. Wipe up spills as soon as they occur and spot clean soon after stains occur.
We recommend the following cleaning & care instructions:
General or light cleaning
- Brush off any loose dirt.
- Prepare a cleaning solution of approximately 1/4 cup mild detergent (or dishwashing liquid) per 4 litres of lukewarm water.
- Use a sponge or a soft bristle brush to clean.
- Allow cleaning solution to soak into fabric.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove all detergent residues.
- Allow fabric to air dry.
Spot cleaning
- Apply a light mist of mild detergent and water using a spray bottle.
- Work the solution into the stain by lightly scrubbing the area with a sponge or very soft bristle brush.
- Rinse thoroughly to remove all detergent residues.
- Blot excess moisture with a clean, soft towel or sponge.
- Wet-vacuum or blot excess water.
- Repeat steps 3, 4 and 5 until all detergent residue is removed.
- Air dry.
For removable covers
Hand washing
- Soak fabric in a solution of 1/4 cup mild detergent per 4 litres of lukewarm water.
- Use a sponge or a soft bristle brush as necessary.
- Rinse thoroughly to remove all detergent residues.
- Air dry.
Machine Washing
Machine wash in cold water (after first checking that the fabrics can be machined washed). Depending on wash load size, use normal amounts of mild laundry detergent and add approximately 1 cup of bleach. Allow fabric to air dry.
Heavy cleaning for stubborn stains and mildew
Mildew may grow on dirt and other foreign substances that are not removed from the fabric. To clean mildew, or other stubborn stains:
- Prepare a solution of 1 cup of bleach and 1/4 cup of mild detergent per gallon of clean water.
- Spray on entire area and allow to soak into the fabric for up to 15 minutes.
- Remove stain with a sponge, clean towel or very soft bristle brush.
- Rinse thoroughly to remove all detergent residues.
- Allow fabric to air dry.
- If stain and/or mildew are severe, bleach quantities may be increased slightly.
Re-treating the fabric for ease of cleaning
Outdoor fabrics have a special finish that enhances water repellence. The finish is designed to last for several years of normal use, but it may be advisable to refresh this finish after a thorough cleaning or extended use. There are many commercial fabric guards available on the market but ensure you always test before use and read the manufacturer’s instructions carefully prior to applying.
Protection Covers
We can offer you taylor-made protection covers for your outdoor furniture.
The covers will extend the life of your furniture, protect it from getting soiled and will keep it pristine.
Please note, that the protection covers are not designed to protect the furniture from mustiness and humidity.
Always make sure your cushions have dried thoroughly after exposure to rain.