Aluminum

Aluminum is the most popular metal for outdoor furniture. Despite its lightweight, it is strong, durable and can easily be worked into a variety of intricate shapes. Aluminum is relatively inexpensive, low maintenance and never rusts. Although it is highly weather-resistant on its own, a polyester powder coating is recommended. This electrostatic process not only increases protection against the elements and scratching, but it also allows you to added color to the mix. While you can buy painted aluminum, powder coating adheres better to the metal and is much more resistant to fading. This is also helpful if your deck or poolside is exposed to salt air, which tends to eat away at paint and untreated metal. Like other metals, aluminum heats up, so it’s best to have seat cushions to keep you cool and comfy.

Steel

Heavier and harder than aluminum, steel outdoor furniture resists dents and is resilient against high winds. The weight of steel furniture does mean it can be a bit difficult to move around. Plain steel rusts easily, so it's important to choose stainless or galvanized steel for your outdoor furniture.

Metals

Wrought iron has been common in the past, but due to its heavy weight, pronation to rust, and high-maintenance requirements, it is no longer common in modern outdoor settings. These days, the most common metals used for modern outdoor patio furniture are aluminum and steel.

Resin Wicker

Also known as all-weather wicker, resin wicker is a longer-lasting, weather-resistant synthetic fiber weave wrapped over a metal frame. While plant material such as cane and rattan are the traditional materials used to make wicker furniture, the term “wicker” actually refers to the woven style in which the furniture is made, not the material used. Resin wicker is typically made with thin strands of PVC, nylon, polyethylene, or high-density polyethylene.

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How to Cleaning Outdoor Furniture

Remove the cushions. Opt for zippered pillow covers that can easily be hand- or machine-washed. If the cushion covers can’t be washed, dust off surface dirt, then gently scrub with a sponge or soft-bristle brush and a mixture of warm water and mild dishwashing soap. Hose off and let dry in the sun to prevent mildew growth.

1. Wipe it down. With a damp cloth that’s been immersed in a mixture of warm water and mild dishwashing soap, clean the hard surfaces of plastic, wicker, aluminum, and cast-iron furnishings. Rinse by hosing off.
2. Oil it up. Variations in temperature can cause teak to crack. Help prevent further damage by cleaning with an oil-based soap and a soft-bristled brush, and hose off when complete.
3. Break out the vacuum. Hosing down works for larger solid pieces, but for trickier wicker furniture, consider removing dirt from the many small crevices with a vacuum cleaner several times each season. This will help prevent grimy buildup.

How to Store Outdoor Furniture

As with many things in life (wrinkles, sunburns, the common cold, etc.), the key to keeping your outdoor Insahre furniture looking and performing its best is simple: prevention. There’s no use worrying what cleaner is safe to use on that new Arca sofa if you’re just going to let it soak up the weekly rainfall. That said, there are certain types of outdoor furniture that are better suited if you do live in a particularly rainy part of the world.

While it would be great to have the indoor space to store your outdoor furniture every time that forecast looks a little ominous, the next best thing comes in the form of (drumroll please)… furniture covers.

Typically made of canvas, polyester, or vinyl, furniture covers like our Operi collection will shield your furniture in the most blustering of storms. A little secret: furniture covers aren’t just for the classic wet-and-windy conditions. Just like you wear that SPF100 to protect your own skin, outdoor covers help ward off sun exposure and the associated color fading. They’re also the ultimate bird-poo protectors. It’s still good luck, but now you won’t have to scrub it off of your new Aeri lounge chair.

To make sure you’re getting the most out of your outdoor furniture covers, there are a few things to keep in mind:

Pay attention to the weather forecast. A neutral cloudy day is best for your outdoor furniture, so if you spot any extreme sunshine or rain in the forecast it’s a good idea to throw those covers on.

Only use covers on completely dry furniture. If your sofa or armchair is damp (whether covered in morning dew or a light rainfall) you’ll just be trapping this moisture under the cover. Trapped moisture + an enclosed environment = the perfect recipe for mildew.

Don’t place objects on top of the covers. We know it’s tempting to move your planters around to get optimal watering during a downpour, but leaving objects like pots or planters on top of your covers traps moisture and can leave marks.

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