The temperatures are warming up and the sun is making its grand return. Whether you are a restaurant manager preparing to open your terrace or an individual dreaming of your first barbecue of the year, one step is essential: the big spring cleaning of your outdoor furniture!
To ensure your chairs and tables maintain their shine season after season, each material requires a little special attention. AtLégia Home, we provide you with our best tips for quick, effective, and mistake-free maintenance.
Polypropylene
The champion of ease (and time-saving!)
If you have read our recent article onWhy polypropylene chairs are the number one choice for the Horeca, you already know that this material is a favourite among professionals for its robustness. Good news: its maintenance is just as unbeatable!
Our flagship models like the outdoor chairEnzoor the chairOMAare coloured throughout and treated with anti-UV.
The gentle method:A simple bucket of lukewarm water, a few drops of black soap or washing-up liquid, and a soft sponge (yellow side, never the abrasive green side!) are enough.
The rinsing:A quick spray of clear water and a wipe with a microfibre cloth to avoid limescale marks, and your chair is as good as new.
The mistake to avoid:Avoid aggressive chemicals (bleach, solvents) and overly powerful pressure cleaners, which could damage the protective layer of the plastic over time.
All-terrain elegance
The combination of Metal and Polypropylene
Do you enjoy mixing materials for a more industrial or contemporary look? Combining a moulded plastic seat with a metal base is an excellent idea, provided you maintain both well!
OurFeliz chairperfectly illustrates this trend: with its enveloping polypropylene seat and robust metal legs, it has been designed to blur the boundaries. It is just as comfortable around your dining table in the living room as it is in full sun on your terrace.
How to maintain this bi-material furniture?
For the polypropylene seat:The rule remains the same (warm water and mild soap). A piece of cake!
For the metal legs:Whether it is aluminium or epoxy-treated steel, metal is sensitive to stagnant moisture. Wipe with a damp sponge to remove dust, butalways dry with a dry clothimmediately afterwards to avoid water spots.
Pro tip:Regularly inspect the base. If you spot a small chip or a deep scratch on the metal, quickly apply a clear or matching touch-up pen to your chair legs. This will prevent moisture from seeping in and ensure a long life for your chair.
Wood: Nourish to protect
If you have tables or chairs with wooden elements (teak, acacia), keep in mind that it is a living material. Under the effect of sun and rain, the wood tends to grey.
The annual deep clean:Brush the wood with warm water and Marseille soap, following the grain.
Protection:Once or twice a year (in spring and before winter), apply a specific protective oil to nourish the wood and revive its original colour.
The golden rule for everyone: Winter storage
The best way to maintain your patio furniture... is to store it properly when the season is over! If you lack space indoors, opt for waterproof and breathable protective covers.
Practical reminder:This is where our folding chairSlagor our stackable models make perfect sense. They allow you to clear the patio in the blink of an eye as winter approaches!
Ready to welcome your first customers or guests in the sun?If your old furniture did not survive the winter, now is the perfect time to discoverour ultra-durable outdoor collection at Légia Home.