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CARE & MAINTENANCE
Varieties of materials are used in construction of “Outdoor” furniture ranges.
All will require some form of maintenance to extend the life of finishes and general appearance.
Please see below instruction unique to your chosen product.
Mississippi Range Construction;
Table Tops: Poly-wood
Frame: Aluminium
External Covering: Synthetic Wicker
Textile: Polyester “Spun Poly”
Poly-wood:
A little bit about; Poly-wood or plastic lumber is composed of virgin or waste plastics including
HDPE, PVC, PP, ABS, PS and PLA. Additives such as colorants & stabilizers are introduced during
melting process to ensure bonding to plastic at a cellular level.
It is water resistant and resists all types of rot and mould. Although it is not as rigid as wood.
Being made of a plastic material the affect of hot weather will cause the material to become
soft and supple which can cause surface to deform. Items like glasses hot or cold, heated plates
can affect the finish.
Care should be taken to use table cloths and placemats to avert marking Poly-wood.
Cleaning Polywood; Use a bucket filled with warm water & a soft soap, sponge all over till clean
then rinse with clean water. Using a soft clean cloth wipe till dry. For stubborn stains a mixture
of 1/3 bleach and 2/3 water using a soft non-metallic brush, please rinse thoroughly with clean
water and dry as above. Some scratchers and marks can be sanded out depending on surface of
Polywood please contact Furniture Solutions before attempting to repair, contact details on
page 2.
Aluminium Frame:
The majority of frames are mainly produced from aluminium, with the main benefit being a
light weight product for easier use. Some designs require steel to be used in certain sections for
added strength. While aluminium is rust resistant, bare metal can show signs of oxidation (red
film) this does not constitute rust. Simply you are able to wipe or sand surface to remove
oxidation mark.
Note you will need to touch up affected area with paint to stop from reoccurring. Steel itself has
a lower resistance to elements than aluminium and will show signs of rust as it ages. Limited
exposure & maintenance are best solutions for adding life to any furniture used in outside
areas.
Aluminium Frame Maintenance
Use a bucket filled with warm water & a soft soap, sponge over frame till clean, once clean rinse
off with a hose, pat dry with a soft clean cloth before use. Every 4-6 weeks.
Note when cleaning if you find scratches in paint please cover with a paint to prevent oxidation.
