Owner Manual
Umbrella Care Instructions
Note: When not in use, keep the umbrella closed and covered with a storage cover to keep in best condition.
African Mahogany Umbrella Frame Care
• Cleaning Frequency:
The wooden frame has been varnished for long lasting protection. We suggest that you re-varnish the
frame once every two years to keep it from drying out.
• Treatment Materials:
The water based eco-friendly varnish that we use is not currently available for retail, however, any tung
oil such as the one we can sell provides a tough, flexible and highly water-resistant coating, which also
removes any surface scratching that may have occurred between varnishes. You will also need two clean
cloths and a pair of gloves to protect your skin.
• Re-Treatment Steps:
o Remove the umbrella canopy to avoid anything getting on the fabric.
o Protect your skin by putting on gloves. Be sure there is nothing that the varnish can drop onto and
damage during application.
o Apply using a soft cloth, using small amounts of the varnish on the cloth.
o Once all of the wood has been varnished, then allow 1 hour of drying. Tung Oil dries relatively slow as
it reacts with air to cure. A warm, dry, well ventilated environment is best.
o Next using a different clean cloth, remove all excess from the surface.
o If you need more applications be sure to apply 12 hours apart.
o Once completed, wait another 1 hour before re-attaching the canopy.
Canopy Care
• Cleaning Frequency:
The local environment has a great deal to do with determining cleaning frequency. Cleaning is required
less frequently in a dry environment than in a humid one with heavy foliage. In most environments a
thorough cleaning will be needed every year to two years. Every three years, fabrics should be re-treated.
• Simple Maintenance:
The fabric has a special finish that delays the accumulation of dirt. To delay the need for deep cleanings,
frequently remove dust from the canvas by hosing the fabric off with clean water on a monthly basis. This
practice will help prevent dirt from becoming deeply embedded in the fabric and eliminate the need for
more frequent deep cleanings.
• Deep Cleaning Steps:
o Remove the umbrella canopy from the frame.
o Always use a mild soap such as standard dishwash soap. Never use detergent.
o Allow soap to soak in while cleaning.
o Use a soft bristle brush to clean tough dirt spots, if necessary.
o Rinse off with clean water that is cold to lukewarm. Never use water that is hotter than 80 degrees.
Rinse thoroughly to leave absolutely no soap residue behind.
o Air dry only. Never apply heat to the fabrics.
o If it is time to, re-treat the canopy with the Sunbrella recommended 303 Fabric Guard, which we do
sell. This extends the life of the fabric and applies via a spray bottle.
o Once fully dry, then re-attach the canopy to the umbrella frame.