Use and Care Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Frames: Clean your outdoor furniture with a soft, wet towel using a mild soap and water solution. Dry completely with a soft towel. Do not use bleach or strong
solvents to clean any of your outdoor furniture, as it will harm the metal finish. Caution should be used when using oils, lotions and other chemicals such as chlo-
rine, or repeated exposure to extreme weather conditions (including heat), which may cause permanent discoloration of the frame. Caution should be used when
using oils and lotions, as they can attract dirt which can harm your outdoor furniture’s finish. Please note that some food items will harm your outdoor furniture’s
finish. Chemical spills and food spills should be removed immediately from your furniture. To maintain and protect your outdoor furniture, always cover it with an
outdoor furniture cover or store it in a safe (covered and protected) interior area of your home when not in use for extended periods of time.
Cushions: Store cushions in a clean, dry area of your home when not in use. Do not machine wash or dry the cushions.
Sunbrella® fabric: One of the best ways to keep Sunbrella fabric looking good and to delay deep or vigorous cleaning is to properly maintain the fabric. This can
be accomplished by simply brushing off dirt before it becomes embedded in the fabric, wiping up spills as soon as they occur, or spot cleaning soon after stains
occur. If your Sunbrella fabric has mildew or mold, it can be removed easily with mild soap and water. Mildew grows on dirt, pollen and other organic matter, so
simple routine cleanings will prevent mildew from forming.
General or light cleaning
• Brush off any loose dirt.
• Prepare a cleaning solution of 2 ounces (1/4 cup) mild soap per gallon of lukewarm water (less than 100°F/38°C).
• Use a sponge or a soft bristle brush to clean.
• Allow cleaning solution to soak into fabric.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
• Allow fabric to air dry completely.
Spot cleaning
• Apply a light mist of our recommended cleaning solution using a spray bottle.
• Work the solution into the stain by lightly scrubbing the area with a sponge or very soft bristle brush.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
• Blot excess moisture with a clean, soft towel or sponge.
• Wet-vacuum or blot excess water.
• Repeat these steps until stain is removed.
Heavy cleaning for stubborn stains and mildew
Sunbrella fabric does not promote mildew growth; however, mildew may grow on dirt and other foreign substances that are not removed from the fabric. To clean
mildew or other stubborn stains:
• Prepare a solution of 8 ounces (1 cup) of bleach and 2 ounces (1/4 cup) of mild soap per gallon of clean water.
• Spray on entire area and allow to soak into the fabric.
• Scrub vigorously with a soft bristle brush, sponge or clean towel.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
• Allow fabric to air dry.
• If stain and/or mildew are severe, bleach quantities may be increased.
• Caution: Excessive soaking in bleach can deteriorate sewing threads and other non-Sunbrella components.
Sunbrella fabrics have a special finish that enhances water repellency. The finish is designed to last for several years of normal use, but may be refreshed after a
thorough cleaning or extended use. Sunbrella recommends 303 High Tech Fabric Guard™ as the preferred re-treatment product for Sunbrella fabrics. For more
information, please visit www.303products.com.
Professional cleaners
In evaluating the services of a professional firm, you should inquire about the firm’s experience in working with Sunbrella fabrics and knowledge of cleaning and re-
treatment requirements. DO NOT dry clean Sunbrella fabrics.
Helpful hints
Protect the area around your Sunbrella fabric when using a bleach solution – bleach may discolor and/or deteriorate non-Sunbrella fabrics. Always rinse Sunbrella
thoroughly to completely remove bleach. Sunbrella air-dries very quickly. Machine drying is not necessary and may damage the fabric. If fabric has some wrin-
kling, use an iron, if necessary, but only on the synthetic setting. As some irons exceed the recommended 100°F/38°C temperature on the synthetic setting, test a
small inconspicuous area before ironing entire piece. DO NOT use a steamer or iron set to steam setting.