Use and Care Manual

Protection
In order to keep the shine or gloss that came from the factory, use a rub of a rust preventer such as WD40 or one-step
car wax on the patio furniture. Do not use a wax that contains a compound or requires to be buffed on and off. These
type of products will scratch the painted surface and may leave a behind a haze or buildup.
Use touch up paint to cover any scratches or scrapes. This may be available from a manufacturer, or use a clear coat
spray from the store. Don’t allow scratches to go untreated.
How Salt Water affects aluminum/steel outdoor furniture
Fine outdoor furniture deserves exceptional care and maintenance.
Aluminum/steel are extremely easy to maintain. However, care must be taken to ensure that the powder coating of
the paint does not peel. Salt water, or even salty air can affect the life of the powder coat.
Therefore, if you live near the beach or coastal area or even have a salt water pool, it is essential that you clean your
furniture regularly and use furniture covers to protect it from the elements. To all metal frames, apply a fine, clear
automobile wax for maximum protection against harmful ultraviolet exposure and salt air.
How to Protect your Metal Furniture Frames during the Winter
Regions that experience extreme winter conditions such has heavy and/or extended time frames where snow/ice is
prominent will require extra care and protection for your outdoor metal furniture regardless of the frames material
(steel, aluminum, wood, plastic…).
The best practice for winterizing your metal furniture is to first clean the set thoroughly and remove any dirt/debris or
buildup on the frames. Next you will want to treat the frames with the one-step wax to give the frames the extra
protection needed for the winter months. This is a very important step as this will protect your metal frames as it would
your car’s surface.
Now that you have cleaned and treated your frames with a protective wax, try to consolidate the pieces to minimize the
space that will be required for storing everything. Stack chairs, and dismantle any components that might be susceptible
to damage. If you are not able to completely store the set indoors (garage, weather proof shed…) select a storage
location that is as sheltered from the elements as possible. Under a covered patio or area where snow/ice will not be
allowed to sit on the frames for extended periods of time. If the set will not be stored indoors appropriate outdoor
furniture covers must be used to protect the frames from freeze damage.
There are a number of commercial patio furniture covers available on the market for a variety of patio furniture types.
These covers are usually made polyester or a heavy duty canvas that is sealed to keep out moisture and protect from
damage. If the region you live in does experience harsh winters when choosing a cover, chose a cover that is
water/weatherproof not just simply water/weather resistant. Water resistant materials will not protect frames from
freeze damage. Standard Polyester covers or tarps are not appropriate protection from freeze damage.
What is this rust colored water coming from my steel frames?
The rust colored water you are seeing coming from inside of the frames is not considered corrosive rust. Please keep
in mind that the frames are extruded steel. Although, the outside of the frames are a powder coated steel the inside
of the tubed frames are raw steel. The rust water that is seen coming from the frames is due to condensation/rain
water building up inside of the frames. If water is allowed to sit inside of the steel frames you will see some rust
water come out when the frames are moved.
The best way to prevent this from occurring is to cover the patio set when not in use, especially when expecting rain,
snow or ice. You can also take an extra step in treating the inside of the steel tube frames with a product such as
WD40. You can simply spray the product inside of the bolt holes and drain holes on the frames and allow it to coat the