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FIBER CEMENT

What to Expect

This is a handmade product, and each piece has its own special character and therefore will

vary in color and/or texture. Small air bubbles may occur during the casting process. Fiber

cement is an organic material that is affected by exposure to light and daily use by getting

lighter or darker. This is considered normal and becomes part of the individual product’s

expression.

Although fiber cement is resistant to all types of weather, it requires some maintenance to look

nice over time. The pores, micro fissures and possible variations in color are inherent

characteristics of the material used and the fact that it is hand-crafted. This is what gives this

furniture its unique appearance and all its chairs. It is not possible to return or exchange this

article for these reasons.

Usage

To clean, use only a soft, very slightly damp cloth. Wipe up spills quickly to avoid staining.

NEVER USE ABRASIVE PADS, VINEGAR, BLEACH, ALCOHOL, HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS,

TURPENTINE OR MINERAL SPIRITS. Avoid accidentally hitting the tabletop’s edges, as this

can cause small chips. To prevent scratches, do not place or drag coarse objects across the

surface. Avoid contact with acidic materials such as citrus or olive oil, as they can damage the

sealant. Do not place extremely hot items directly onto the tabletop, as this can cause sealant

discoloration.

Care and Maintenance

When the product is exposed to wind and weather, small white spots may appear on the

surface. These are calcium flakes which can be removed with vinegar. After the vinegar

treatment, re-treat the surface with either quality Stone Sealer or furniture wax.

- When using Stone Sealer, you give the product an invisible impregnation preventing liquid

and food spills from penetrating the surface and leaving stains.

- When using furniture wax, the product gets slightly darker with a shinier expression. It is

easiest to apply the wax while there is still some sheen on the product. The more worn the

product is, the more easily moisture and stains will penetrate the surface.

Whichever treatment you choose, wind, weather and rain in particular will eventually wear down

the protective layer. Regular cleaning (wiping) also wears off the sealer. It is therefore

recommended to treat fiber cement 3-4 times per season.

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FIBER CEMENT What to Expect This is a handmade product, and each piece has its own special character and therefore will vary in color and/or texture. Small air bubbles may occur during the casting process. Fiber cement is an organic material that is affected by exposure to light and daily use by getting lighter or darker. This is considered normal and becomes part of the individual product’s expression.
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Acacia Wood on Some Base of Fiber Cement Acacia is a dense hardwood resistant to decay and mildew. There is a protective oil finish to help extend beauty of the natural wood color. Over time, however, it could slowly attain a natural silver-gray patina. This is a purely cosmetic change and will not affect the integrity of the furniture. To maintain the color of the bases, sand and clean the wood to remove all debris and previous treatment. Then apply any deck stain in the color of your choice.
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