Seat Material Properties Dansk outdoor leather is a high-quality upholstery material specifically designed for outdoor applications. The material is constructed from 88% PVC compound, 10% knitted polyester and 2% nano compound. The innovative nanotechnology surface structure makes the material exceptionally weather-proof, dirt resistant and durable. Dansk outdoor leather is also UV and salt-water resistant, flame resistant, chlorine resistant and abrasion resistant (100,000 Martindale cycles).
Cleaning It is important that your furniture is cleaned regularly and we recommend that you use a micro-fiber cloth or a soft hand brush with warm detergent solution every few months or when the furniture looks like it needs cleaning. The frequency will depend on your furniture's location and its exposure to vegetation and airborne pollution. A microfiber cloth or soft brush should be used to apply the detergent solution. Gently work in the detergent solution to remove any dirt, then wipe any trace of the detergent off with a new cloth rinsed in clean water. Thoroughly dry the entire area treated with a clean, dry cloth.
Do not use solvents, chlorides, polishes, abrasives, chemical cleaning agents, dry cleaning materials, wax polishes or leather detergents. Severe stains should be removed immediately by utilizing, if necessary, benzine. Ink stains must be removed immediately. Please note that permanent discoloration may be caused by jeans or other heavily dyed textiles.
Bottom Frame Material Properties Every piece of teak Gloster uses originates from plantations. About 80% of this is from government owned plantations on the Indonesian island of Java and the balance from FSC certified plantations outside Indonesia. Contrary to popular belief, teak furniture does not require any special maintenance routine or any additional protection apart from occasional cleaning. Left to age naturally outside, teak will gradually change to a soft, silver-grey as the pigments in the surface layer of the wood begin to fade away. We recommend that you allow your teak furniture to weather naturally this way and simply clean thoroughly once or twice a year with
Gloster Teak & Upholstery Cleaner.
Teak furniture may also benefit from an occasional light sanding to remove any raised grain and restore a smooth finish to the surface. Under no circumstances should a power washer be used to clean teak furniture.
If you wish to retain the golden-brown color of new teak we also offer
Gloster Teak Sealer. Application of Teak Sealer will not affect the strength or longevity of the furniture in any way, just its appearance. If you elect to use Teak Sealer you will be embarking on a regular maintenance programme as Teak Sealer needs to be regularly re-applied to provide continuous protection.
If you intend to store your furniture over the winter, we recommend that you do so in a water-tight garden shed or garage. However, we advise that you do not move teak furniture from the garden straight into a heated indoor room for storage, as the sharp differences in temperature and humidity may cause the wood to split.
To protect teak surfaces from staining and to help maintain the silver-grey patina on weathered teak, we recommend using
Gloster Teak & Upholstery Stain Protector. Gloster Teak Protector creates an almost invisible shield which helps to prevent food (coffee, ketchup, red wine, olive oil, etc.) penetrating into the teak and causing unsightly stains. Teak Protector also helps protects the wood against the ingress of moisture, the adhesion of dirt and prevents mildew growth.
Cleaning Gloster Teak & Upholstery Cleaner - 25oz / 750ml plastic bottle with trigger-action head. Water-based formula - both non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Cleans and brightens weathered teak in one, simple step. Each bottle is supplied complete with a special applicator pad. Teak is a beautiful golden brown, close- grained hardwood with a high natural oil content. Exceptionally hard wearing, highly resistant to rotting and almost impervious to the effects of sun, rain, frost or snow, teak is the first choice timber for outdoor furniture. It is recommended that you clean teak furniture thoroughly once or twice a year.
Protecting Gloster Teak & Upholstery Stain Protector - 33oz / 1 liter plastic bottle. Water-based formula - both non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Special formula repels water and moisture. Helps prevent stains from food and drinks. Use on weathered teak to retain the silver-grey patina. Each bottle is supplied complete with a special applicator cloth. It is recommended that you treat your teak furniture with Teak Protector at least once every year. Tabletops should be treated more often.
Sealing Gloster Teak Sealer - 25oz / 750ml plastic bottle with trigger-action head. Water-based formula - both non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Cleans and brightens weathered teak in one, simple step. Each bottle is supplied complete with a special applicator pad. It is recommended that you treat your furniture with Teak Sealer at least once a year.