Outdoor Furniture Care
A simple guide to keeping each material looking its best outdoors.
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Frames
Powder-coated Aluminium
Aluminium is one of the best outdoor materials because it does not rust. Raw aluminium can still corrode in salty air, which is why we use a three-stage powder-coating process rather than leaving the metal exposed.
The first stage primes the frame so the finish grips properly. The second stage is the chip-resistant colour coat. The third stage adds UV stability, helping the finish hold up in full sun.
Care is straightforward. The surface is impervious to water, so a spray with the hose is easy and effective. For anything more stubborn, warm soapy water and a soft cloth will do the job.
Best Practice
- Rinse down frames near pools or coastal air.
- Use mild soap and a soft cloth for marks or residue.
- Avoid abrasive pads that can wear the finish.
- Touch up dirt early so it does not bake on in direct sun.
Timber
Teak
Teak is a hardwood with a naturally high oil content, which makes it exceptional for outdoor use. Even with little to no maintenance, it is known last 30-40 in exposed conditions. With teak, the main decision is how you want it to look over time.
If left untreated, the surface gradually shifts from its warm raw tone to a silver-grey patina. Fine surface checks can open and close with the seasons. That movement is normal and does not compromise the structure.
Teak is also very forgiving. Most staining, greying and water marks are surface level, so even years later it can be brought back to its raw state.
Best Practice
- Use a wet rag to wipe it down every so often to keep the surface clean.
- Use a Teak Protector if you want to nourish the surface and maintain its tone.
- Use a Teak Shield after protection if you want more time to wipe spills before they mark.
- Use Teak Cleaner when you want to restore weathered teak closer to its raw state.
Teak Care
Products for protecting, shielding and restoring teak
The teak products mentioned above are shown below, so you can browse the protectors, shields and cleaners used to maintain the finish over time.
Soft Finishes
Cushions, Ropes & Textiles
We use a mix of outdoor textiles across cushions, ropes and upholstered pieces. Depending on the range, that can include Olefin, Sunbrella or Sunproof. The common thread is that these materials are chosen because they are better suited to life outdoors than standard fabrics.
All of our outdoor fabrics can be cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft sponge, diluted bleach is suitable where needed. They are selected for strong fade resistance and everyday outdoor use.
Cushions are designed to handle outdoor conditions and dry quickly, but they will always stay fresher when chlorine, salt, sunscreen and general residue are not left sitting in the fabric. Let them dry properly before covering, stacking or storing.
Fade-resistant does not mean fade-proof. With enough years of direct Australian sun, subtle shifts in tone are still normal and expected.
Best Practice
- Clean with warm soapy water and a soft sponge for routine care.
- Use diluted bleach where needed for heavier marks or residue.
- Rinse chlorine, salt and sunscreen off early rather than letting them sit in the fabric.
- Let cushions dry properly before covering, stacking or storing.
Synthetic Weave
Rehau and Hularo Weave Wicker
The wicker used in these ranges is synthetic weave, not natural cane. We use outdoor-grade woven materials such as Rehau and Hularo Weave Wicker because they are made for real exposure and hold up far better outdoors than natural fibre alternatives.
Because the weave is synthetic, upkeep is mostly about keeping dust, grit, chlorine and general residue from sitting in the texture. A soft brush, a hose and warm soapy water will handle most cleaning. Around pools and coastal areas, the same rule applies as everything else: a quick rinse now and then goes a long way.
The goal is simple. Keep the weave clean, avoid unnecessary abrasion, and let the material do what it was designed to do outdoors.
Best Practice
- Use a soft brush for dust in the weave
- Rinse after chlorine or salt exposure
- Avoid abrasive pads or aggressive scrubbing
- Do not drag wicker pieces across rough surfaces
