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Cast & Extruded Aluminum Patio Furniture
Cast & Extruded Aluminum Patio Furniture
HOW TO CHOOSE ALUMINUM PATIO FURNITURE
There are basically two types of aluminum furniture for the outdoor: solid cast aluminum and tubular aluminum. Solid cast aluminum furniture is generally heavier and more expensive, whereas tubular aluminum furniture, using less cast aluminum, is lighter and less expensive. However, the difference nowadays is hard to distinguish, depending on the stores that you are purchasing your furniture from. For example, Home Depot or your local grocery stores may offer very budget aluminum furniture with similar designs, but their furniture is most likely made of tubular aluminum, which will be less sturdy and less durable.
Most of our cast aluminum furniture offered here is of solid cast aluminum, though some designs do consist of tubular aluminum for the less strategic parts such as the armrests etc. If you are not sure, please feel free to check with us first before you place your order.
In today's market, aluminum patio furniture comes in many styles and designs. Depending on your taste and your existing home furnishings, you may choose from the more traditional designs, many have elaborated ornamental patterns, or from the more simple straight line contemporary designs. Many of the classic aluminum patio furniture styles are adopted from designs previously made with iron or wrought iron. As iron can rust while placed outdoor and can be very heavy to handle, aluminum patio furniture has become more and more popular as it does not rust nor being too heavy. Many of the contemporary aluminum patio furniture is built with mixed materials, such as aluminum with teak, wicker with aluminum, glass with aluminum, etc. The creativity of the designers is just endless and has provided our customers with an extremely wide choice.
HOW TO MAINTAIN AND CLEAN ALUMINUM FURNITURE
Fine outdoor furniture deserves exceptional care. Our furniture can be enjoyed for many years when well maintained.
Aluminum is extremely easy to maintain. However, care must be taken to ensure that the powder coating of the paint does not peel. Salt water, or even salty air can affect the life of the powder coat. Therefore, if you live near the beach or coast, it is essential that you clean your furniture regularly and use furniture covers to protect it. Do not use abrasive detergent or hard brush to wash your furniture. Instead, wash the furniture with a solution of mild detergent and water, rinse with clear water and dry thoroughly. To all metal frames, apply a fine, clear automobile wax or one of our products under "Maintenance" such as FeronGard, for maximum protection against harmful ultraviolet exposure and salt air.
For best protection, perform this maintenance at least twice a year.
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