Many of our outdoor benches, tables, chair and other furniture pieces have been handcrafted from robust cast iron, aluminium or steel. Most pieces, unless otherwise stated, are finished in a primer only. As with any metal item left outdoors, your outdoor furniture will require regular maintenance if you wish to keep it in ‘like new’ condition. In this handy guide, we have detailed the necessary care and maintenance that should be taken with your outdoor furniture pieces. If you can’t find the details that you’re looking for here, please refer to our General Care & Maintenance Guide.

By its very make up, iron requires as little or as much care as you feel necessary, depending on the finish that you want to achieve. It does not corrode in the same way as other metals however it is prone to cracking if dropped or if something collides with the furniture. If left untreated, it will naturally weather down and gain an aged patina look over time.

Aluminium has other virtues. Natural, unpainted aluminium requires little or no maintenance as it does not rust. If you have selected a painted finish, this can be maintained as per your personal preference. As aluminium is a lighter metal, it is therefore easier to relocate in and around your chosen space and detail is often clearer and more defined when cast in aluminium.

Much like iron, if left untreated steel will develop a surface rust over time. Many people find this ‘aged’ patina attractive and choose to leave their products untreated however, if you want your metalwork to remain in a ‘like new’ condition, we recommend annual maintenance in the form of a full re-paint using a metal-based paint of your choosing.