FABRIC CARE
Recacril® Marine Grade Acrylic Fabric Infinity Process is a highly technological finish, providing Recacril with
long lasting protection against mold and mildew, excellent water and oil repellency and protection from
both sun and water. However, the accumulation of dust, pollution particles, foreign organic materials, and
general dirt can damage this protection, shortening the life of the RECacril, so they should be removed. The
most effective method for maintaining Recacril® is to clean the canvas once a month with water using a low-
pressure hose. It is very important that after cleaning with water, the canvas be allowed to completely dry
before rolling or storing your umbrella. If for any reason you have to roll and/or store a wet umbrella, it must
be unrolled and opened as soon as possible to let it dry. In times of continuous rain, it is advisable to keep
the umbrella rolled and stored.
If periodic washing with water is done, in most environments, you should only need to do a more thorough
cleaning every 2-3 years.
CASUAL CARE & CLEANING
• Brush off dust and dirt with a soft brush. NEVER brush with stiff brushes since this can damage the fabric
finish.
• Spray the umbrella with clean water. If a hose is used, avoid high pressure.
• Prepare a solution of solvent-free soap in warm water (no more than 100°F) and apply it to the fabric and
stitching.
• Scrub with a soft brush, allowing the solution to penetrate the fabric.
• Rinse with water to remove all traces of soap.
• Let air dry and do not close the umbrella until the canvas is completely dry.
INTENSIVE CARE & CLEANING
Recacril® is highly resistant to the growth of fungus, mold, and mildew. However, these can grow on
embedded dirt. To clean these stains, follow these more intensive cleaning procedures.
• Brush off dust and dirt with a soft brush. NEVER brush with stiff brushes as this can damage the fabric
finish.
• Prepare a solution with 10% household bleach, 20% solvent-free neutral detergent (Free & Clear
detergents) and 70% water.
• Apply the solution to the fabric, allowing to remain between 15 and 20 minutes maximum.
• Rinse with clean water several times. Any bleach residues remaining on the canvas, combined with the
sun, could damage the fabric and stitching.
• Let air dry and do not close the umbrella until the canvas is completely dry.
• Repeat the process if necessary.
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DO NOT USE MAJORITY BLEACH BASED DETERGENTS TO CLEAN THE UMBRELLA CANOPY.
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DO NOT USE MAJORITY BLEACH BASED DETERGENTS TO CLEAN THE UMBRELLA CANOPY.
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When the umbrella is closed, you’ll notice the weight of the fabric from the panels will tuck and fold in
towards the center hub and becoming pinched between the ribs of the frame. Leaving the fabric in this state
will cause premature wear and tear. Simple friction of constant rubbing and the pinching can cause micro
tears and pinholes on the fabric. This is not detrimental to the integrity of the fabric’s overall state, however
continued neglect over time the tears and pinholes will increase in size and cause a premature replacement
of the canopy.
To prevent this, after closing the umbrella, pull the panel fabric out and fold each panel in an over/over
method before wrapping with the supplied Velcro fabric tie.
FABRIC LONGEVITY
