Care and maintenance
It does not need much
Outdoor furniture is meant to be easy. A few small things at the right time of year and it will outlast the deck it sits on.
Fabric
Rinse with fresh water now and then. Salt is what dulls a cushion, not sunlight. For a mark, mild soap and cold water, then rinse properly and let it dry in place.
The foam underneath drains rather than holding water, so a cushion caught in a shower is usable within the hour. Store them dry, off the ground and under cover over winter.
Teak
Left outside, teak moves from amber through warm gold and on to an even silver grey over roughly four to twelve months. Only the surface changes. The strength and the joinery are unaffected.
If you prefer the warmer tone, oil it once a year, ideally before summer. Clean the surface first, let it dry, then apply thinly with a cloth. Never use a water blaster.
Aluminium
Powder-coated aluminium will not rust, but salt sitting on the surface can dull the finish over time. Fresh water and a soft cloth a few times a year is plenty.
Fixings
Check them once a year. Hand tight is enough.
Your piece
Every product has its own care guide. You will find it on the product page under the specification, with a care sheet to download where there is one.
Where the guide for your piece says something different from the general advice here, follow the guide. It is written for the exact frame, fabric and finish you bought.
Fabric
Salt is what dulls a cushion, not sunlight. A rinse with the hose a few times a year does more than any cleaning product. For a mark, mild soap and cold water, then rinse it properly and let it dry in place.
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We have seen most of them. Tell us the fabric and we will tell you what it is and whether it comes out.
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