Maintenance

Teak

• Origin
  Teak is commonly found in Southeast Asia and Central and South America. Our FSC-certified Teak comes from Southeast Asia, Central America and Brazil, while our non-certified Teak comes from plantations in Indonesia and Trinidad; managed to sustain a renewable and reliable supply of wood.
  
  Why
  Teak is a heavy, hard and sturdy type of wood. The high content of natural oils makes it highly weather and rot resistant and is therefore a good choice for outdoor furniture.
  
  Cleaning
  Do a general cleaning when needed with a suitable wood cleaner and soft bristle brush. Rinse afterwards with clear water and let it dry. Note: Wipe off tables, benches and chairs after dinner and such with a dry cloth.
  
  Maintenance
  As the wood is untreated, the surface will patinate over time and eventually turn into a beautiful silvery grey colour. The untreated wood is resistant to everyday wind and weather thanks to the high content of natural oils.
   
  During the rent period you are not allowed to use furniture oil or use any other kind of wood treatments on the furniture.
  
  Winter storage
  During winter we advise you to store the furniture in an unheated room such as a garage or cellar.
   
  Indoor use
  The wood has been dried for outdoor use. Hence, if you wish to use the furniture indoors it may need to be re-tightened once in a while.

Outdoor Textile

• Why
  Agora Panama is Oeko-Tex certified and solution-dyed acrylic fabrics used for upholstering our cushions and pillows. The acrylic fibre we use is a synthetic but cotton-like fabric with world-class features for outdoor usage, making it:
  - Extremely colour and lightfast
  - Water and dirt repellent
  - Free from harmful substances
  - Mildew-resistant
  
  Washing instructions
  Wipe the fabric with a firmly wrung cloth. In case of more obstinate stains, remove the upholstery and machine wash it at 30° C. If the upholstery is not removable, the textile must only be washed with a wrung cloth.

Fossflakes

• Fossflakes is a 100 % pure and hypoallergenic polyethylene known for its superb ability to trap air between the flakes and maintain its volume and shape over time. In addition, Fossflakes are good at regulation temperature since the filling materials allow air to circulate within the cushion.
  
  Maintenance 
  If the cushion is exposed to heavy rain, we recommend placing the cushions upright for quicker drainage. Be sure the cushion is entirely dry before storing it away for the winter.

Quickdry Outdoor Foam

• Quickdry Outdoor Foam has an open cell structure which allows both water and air to pass through freely. This makes the cushion dry exceptionally quickly – even after being soaking wet – with little to no need of maintenance. Moreover, the foam provides a firm and comfortable texture which remains the same year after year.
• Maintenance 
  If the cushion is exposed to heavy rain, we recommend placing the cushions upright for quick drainage. Soon after, the cushion will be dry and the cushion can be used again.

Parasol Fabric

• Why
  The fabric is Teflon treated, which makes it water and dirt repellent. Be aware that the fabric is not waterproof. 
• Cleaning and maintenance
  If the fabric becomes dirty, try to remove the dirt with a brush or damp cloth. Washing is not recommended as this will damage the Teflon treatment and the fabric may shrink. 
• Winter storage
  During the winter it is advisable to store the parasol fabric in an unheated room such as a garage or cellar. To avoid marks and stains it is important to ensure that the fabric is completely dry before storing.

Meranti

• Origin
  Meranti is commonly found in Southeast Asia. The Skagerak Meranti comes from Indonesia. 
• Why
  Meranti is a strong, durable type of wood – making it the perfect choice for parasol poles. It comes in a variety of warm colours and does only patinate very little as time goes by.
• Cleaning
  Use soapy water and wipe with a dry cloth or use suitable furniture cleaner for outdoor use.
• Winter storage
  During the winter it is advisable to store the parasol pole in an unheated room such as a garage or cellar. However it is possible to leave the parasol pole outside all year round if using a cover.

Stainless Steel

• Why
  Stainless steel is a timeless and long-lasting material with a superb corrosion resistance – easy to maintain. The material strength enables designs with thin profiles and various forms and patterns. That makes it perfect for outdoor design in all kinds of wind and weather.  
• Cleaning
  Use soapy water and wipe with a dry cloth. Stainless steel needs only to be cleaned for aesthetic considerations and to preserve corrosion resistance. 
• Winter storage
  The product is functional in all types of wind and weather, all year round. However, during wintertime, it is advisable to store the furniture in an unheated room such as a garage or cellar.

Concrete

• Why
  Concrete is highly weather resistant, which makes it a good choice for outdoor use.
• Cleaning and maintenance
  This product requires a minimum of care. Clean it with soapy water and a stiff brush when necessary. Do not use a high-pressure washer as this can damage the surface and make it more receptive to dirt.
• Winter storage
  During winter it is advisable to store the product in an unheated room such as a garage or cellar. This will minimize the risk of cracks and the like.