Product Care & Maintenance
Keep your furniture in pristine condition with proper care and maintenance.
Outdoor Surfaces & Materials
outdoor materials & maintenance
Resin
It is a lightweight, long-lasting, non-toxic and antistatic, weatherproof material. It is also treated with anti-UV agents and is uniformly coloured with non-toxic pigments.
There are several types of resin:
HOW TO CLEAN IT
Those are the NARDI company’s cleaning instructions, for more information including a video of someone water blasting sun loungers clean we wrote an article:
WARNINGS
When cleaning, do not use aggressive detergents and/or abrasive materials that may scratch the surface. For dark-coloured products (Charcoal, etc.), we recommend placing them in shaded areas to best preserve their colour over time.
Aluminium
Aluminium is a very hard-wearing material, used for large table frames and contract table bases. It is versatile, easily sanitized and can be 100% recycled countless times while maintaining its structural properties.
HOW TO CLEAN IT
WARNINGS
Do not use aggressive granular detergents or solvents, as they will ruin the surface paint of the aluminium. We recommend choosing a specially treated paint if the product is to be placed in a highly saline environment (e.g. in seaside areas), and storing products in a place protected against harsh weather conditions during winter or when they are not used for long periods.
Laminate
Laminate is a compact, uniform, non-porous and easily sanitised multilayer material that is usually used for commercial or contract tabletops.
We have different types of laminate tops:
HOW TO CLEAN IT
Type of dirt and cleaning tips for laminate tops
Syrup – fruit juice – jam – spirits – milk – tea – coffee – wine – soap – ink
Water with a sponge
Animal and vegetable fats – sauces – dry blood – dry wine and spirits – eggs
Cold water with soap or household detergent with a sponge
Smoke black – gelatine – vegetable and vinyl based glues, organic waste – gum arabic
Hot water with soap or household detergent with a sponge
Hair spray – vegetable oil – biro and felt tip pens – wax foundations and greasy make-up – residual solvent marks
MEK, denatured alcohol, acetone with a cotton cloth
Nail polish – spray lacquer – linseed oil
Acetone with a cotton cloth
Synthetic oil paints
Trilene nitre based solvent with a cotton cloth
Neoprene glues
Trichloroethane with a cotton cloth
Traces of silicone
Wooden or plastic scraper, taking care not to scratch the surface
Lime deposits
Detergents containing low percentages of citric or acetic acid (max. 10%)
Glass
A few of our tables have glass tops.
HOW TO CLEAN IT
We recommend cleaning the glass top every 7-10 days as follows:
WARNINGS
Do not use abrasive sponges, and avoid contact with sharp, pointed objects such as pens, bracelets and rings.
Outdoor Cushion Fabrics
cushion material & maintenance
| FABRIC | LIGHT FASTNESS | TREATMENTS | HOW TO CLEAN IT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acylic fabric (yarn-dyed) | 5/8 | dirt repellent and anti-mould |  |
| Acrylic fabric with digital print | 6 | – |  |
| Mass dyed acrylic fabric | 7/8 | water repellent treatment, dirt repellent and anti-mould treatment |  |
| Mass dyed acrylic fabric for Komodo Ombra | 7-8/8 | water repellent treatment, dirt repellent and anti-mould treatment |  |
| Sunbrella® acrylic fabric | 8/8 | water repellent treatment, dirt repellent and anti-mould treatment |  |
| TECH | 6 | the treatment makes the coating: water repellent and resistant to staining, resistant to mold, fire retardant and antibacterical |  |
| 100% olefin fabric | 7/8 | dirt repellent and anti-mould treatment |  |
| 100% olefin fabric water-repellent | 7/8 | treatment with polyurethane/acrylic resin, water repellent |  |
| Net Lounge | 4/5 | IDH treatment |  |
OUTDOOR CUSHION FABRIC WARNINGS
Outdoor Fabrics
utility fabric materials & maintenance
Synthetic Fabrics
Fabric is made of polyester fibe, with a pvc coating. Used for sunloungers.
HOW TO CLEAN IT
Those are the NARDI company’s cleaning instructions, for more information including a video of someone water blasting sun loungers clean, we wrote an article:
WARNINGS
When cleaning, do not use aggressive detergents and/or abrasive materials that may scratch the surface. For dark-coloured products (Charcoal, etc.), we recommend placing them in shaded areas to best preserve their colour over time.
For detailed fabric specific instructions please see the Cushion Fabrics table ↓
WARNINGS
ACRYLIC FABRIC (yarn dyed) : colour variations are to be considered standard in (yarn-dyed) acrylic fabrics. Position in shaded areas.
SUNBRELLA® ACRYLIC FABRIC with Laminate treatment: the fabric is bonded with polyurethane film that makes it waterproof. The polyurethane laminated surface should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Applicable on Sunbrella® acrylic fabrics on request with a minimum quantity.
MASS DYED ACRYLIC FABRIC FOR KOMODO OMBRA: Velo fabric should only be used for sunshades. Its wide mesh allows ventilation while creating a shaded area below, but it does not retain water.
TECH: at the bottom of the komodo seat cushions, made with TECH panama, the fabric is a polyester wide mesh to allow breathability.
Cover Fabrics
Cover for outdoor furniture with hook and loop closure.
Material: 56% polyester and 44% polyurethane, 7/8 light fastness, the treatment makes the coating:
HOW TO CLEAN IT
Washable at 95° with neutral detergent
Icon reference: Washing Icon Key/Legend
Thermoformed Trill Cushions
Thermoforming is a process whereby several synthetic layers are joined together using a mould and thermoplastic glues.
Solution Dyed Acrylic Fabric: 100% acrylic fiber mass dyed, 7-8/8 light fastness, washable at 30°, water repellent treatment, dirt repellent and anti-mould treatment.
PADDING
Polyurethane foam with a TPU waterproof membrane coating. Density 40 kg/m3
HOW TO CLEAN IT
Washable at 30° with neutral detergent
Icon reference: Washing Icon Key/Legend
Fabric Cleaning Symbol Legend/Key
those icons you see around all the time, explained
| Symbol | Instructions |
|---|---|
 | Hand wash in cold water |
 | The fabric can be machine washed at a maximum temperature of 30 °C |
 | The fabric can be machine washed at a maximum temperature of 40 °C |
 | The fabric can be machine washed at a maximum temperature of 95 °C |
 | The fabric cannot be dry cleaned |
 | The fabric can be dry cleaned with Perchloroethylene, a commonly used solvent |
 | The fabric cannot be dry cleaned and Perchloroethylene solvent cannot be used |
 | The fabric can be bleached with any type of bleach |
 | Not to be bleached |
 | The fabric can be dried in a tumble dryer. The dot indicates the maximum temperature at which the garment can be dried: one dot means low |
 | The fabric cannot be dried in a tumble dryer |
 | Dry vertically outdoors without wringing or spinning |
 | The fabric can be ironed. The dots indicate the temperature: one dot means that you must not exceed 110 °C, and do not use steam; two dots means that it can be ironed with a maximum temperature of 150° and with steam. |
 | The fabric cannot be ironed |
Universal General Care & Maintenance
Generic tips that should hold true
- Do not use abrasive cleaners or products (Jif surface cleaner, sandpaper, hard bristle brushes, etc.)
- Never allow a wet cleaning substance to dry on furniture as it can damage the finish. Always wipe residue off with a clean, dry cloth.
- Test on inconspicuous areas first (especially when dealing with wood and upholstery)
- Tighten any screws semi-regularly
- If in doubt, use a mild soap and warm water solution. In general, if it’s safe enough for your hands it should be safe enough to clean your furniture with
