Materials en Maintenance - LIFE Outdoor Living by LIFE Outdoor Living B.V.

MATERIALS AND MAINTENANCE

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ALUMINIUM TEAK WOOD POLYWOOD WICKER CERAMIC SPRAYSTONE CUSHIONS TEXTILENE PARASOLS PROTECTION COVERS MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

INDEX

MATERIALS AND MAINTENANCE LIFE Outdoor Living sells a wide range of outdoor furniture consisting of a variety of materials. All selected especialliy for outdoor furniture manufacturing and use. This overview will guide you through the different materials and how to maintain your LIFE outdoor furniture for an optimal lifespan. Before using the LIFE Outdoor Living maintenance products it is important to read and carefully follow the instructions on the back of the products. Although the LIFE garden furniture is designed and manufactured for outdoor use, to increase the lifespan of your furniture even more it is important to maintain and clean it regularly and protect it as much as possible against the forces of nature. By doing so it will benefit the lifespan of the furniture significantly.

“Just compare it to a car, you can leave it outside, But you’ll have to clean it once in a while to keep it in good shape or if possible store it in a garage.”

ALUMINIUM LIFE Outdoor Living has a wide range of aluminium furniture. The reason why the majority of the LIFE collection is made of this material is because it has many advantages for outdoor use. Aluminium is corrosion resistant, lightweight and very easy to maintain. How is our powdercoated aluminium manufactured? The powder is applied and baked into the furniture. This process improves the quality of the coating because it makes it less susceptible to scratches and stains. It also improves the colour fastness and prevents the coating from detaching. A minimum thickness of 1.2 mm is sprayed on our furniture. This reduces the amount of dirt that sticks to the coating and makes it easier to clean. To make our products even stronger we have equipped most of our products with: - Wear plugs - Adjustable feet - A mechanism to connect parts - Drainage openings to prevent condensation

ALUMINIUM

LIFE works with two basic frame colours making it easy to combine different types of furniture. For cleaning and extra protection, you can use the “LIFE Outdoor Living Aluminium cleaner and protector.” For enquiries please contact your local LIFE dealer.

ALUMINIUM CLEANER AND PROTECTOR

LAVA

WHITE

ALUMINIUM

TEAK WOOD - ROBUST ‘‘Teak is a hardwood type that lends itself very well to manufacturing of outdoor furniture”

Teak is a type of wood which contains a high amount of oil and resin, this makes the wood naturally water-repellent and therefore suitable for outdoor use. Teak wood is a very strong type of wood that does not easily get damaged. The look of robust teak wood with an aluminium frame creates a great combination. LIFE only uses certified teak for all the wooden products. Our teak wood products are 100% sustainable certified. We work mainly with Indonesian SVLK teak. But we also work with FSC certified teak. Meaning that the full process in manufacturing is registered and monitored. Guaranteeing the sustainability of the wood itself and the plantation. More information about the certifications can be found at the end of this brochure.

ROBUST

Normal use of the product will result in small cracks (hairline cracks) and openings appearing in the wood; this does not detract from the quality or the lifespan of the table, but to the contrary is characteristic of the charm of this product. In general teak is a light brown wood that discolours to a beautiful platinum grey wood over time. The teak we sell is factory-coloured to enhance the structure of the wood.

SVLK TEAK

FSC® TEAK

Time to clean your teak furniture?

Since the teak wood from LIFE is treated right before it leaves the factory you do not need to maintain it right away. Before using any maintenance product on teak you need to make sure the surface is clean and dry. You can use our special LIFE Outdoor Living teak cleaner. We discourage the use of any aggressive detergents or pressure cleaners. For easier cleaning, you can use an aluminium sponge. It is important when treating teak wood that you work along the direction of the grain for the best results. Weather influences will make the robust teak wood slowly turn grey. If you want to prevent this, you can use the “Life Outdoor Living Vintage Teak Protector”. By using this product you will preserve the warm brown colour. Make sure to always test on a small surface before applying it to the entire product. Teak shield prevents dirt from the outside from being absorbed into the teak, therefore you can use the “LIFE Outdoor Living – Teak Shield”. This product should be used after cleaning or using the teak protector. We recommend to maintain the product 2-3 times a year. Note: Teak wood is a naturel product it has to ‘breath’. Do not cover teak with protection covers to prevent it from moulding.

TEAK SHIELD

TEAK PROTECTOR

TEAK CLEANER

ALUMINIUM SPONGE

GREY 10

SVLK TEAK

FSC® TEAK

TEAK WOOD - GREY The grey teak LIFE furniture products have a grey wash layer over the naturel teak wood. Over its lifespan the teak will lose its colour gradually, returning to the original colour of the wood. When you would like to keep the grey colour as long as possible you can use the “LIFE Outdoor Living - Teak Colour Grey”

Teak shield prevents dirt from the outside from being absorbed into the teak, therefore you can use the “LIFE Outdoor Living – Teak Shield”. This product should be used after cleaning or using the teak protector. We recommend to maintain the product 2-3 times a year.

Like our robust teak wood, before using any product for maintenance you need to make sure the surface is clean and dry. You can use our special “LIFE Outdoor Living Teak cleaner. Do not use any aggressive detergents or pressure cleaner.

Note: Teak wood is a naturel product it has to ‘breath’. Do not cover teak with protection covers to prevent it from moulding.

TEAK SHIELD

TEAK COLOUR GREY

TEAK CLEANER

TEAK WOOD GREY

P O L Y W O O D Polywood has the appearance of wood due to its artificial pressed grain and is a sustainable product. You will benefit from its many advantages such as its low maintenance, lightweight and gets barely influeced by the weather conditions. The material is firmly pressed and as a result does not splinter as easily as natural teak wood does. LIFE polywood is available in a pitch black colour combined with a lava frame and fresh light grey colour with white frame. Be cautious with heat such as hot pans or tea glasses and do not leave glasses on the surface in the hot sun. Due to its “magnifying glass” effect it can damage the polywood by burning into the material. You can maintain the polywood using the “LIFE Outdoor Living - Polywood cleaner” you create a protective layer to prevent stains and marks.

POLYWOOD CLEANER

POLYWOOD

POLYWOOD PROTECTOR

BLACK

GREY

POLYWOOD

14 WICKER

YACHT GREY

CAMEL

WICKER The LIFE assortment also features the classical synthetic wicker, woven by hand around the aluminium frame. The wicker that LIFE uses is produced in a single go which gives it a high colour fastness. Wicker is made of: - Plastic PE granules, - UV filters (against discolouration) - Plasticizers (to make the thread flexible). The wicker, made in an embossed pattern, gives the garden furniture a sophisticated and timeless look. As a result the set will fit perfectly in both a classic and modern garden. You can leave wicker garden furniture outside all year round.

Since the weaving is done by hand, nuances in colour, thickness and pattern can occur. This only strengthens the “naturel” look of the garden furniture. Cleaning wicker furniture is easy. If there is a stain on the material, it can be removed by using the “Life Outdoor Living Textile and Wicker Cleaner”. This also provides protection so we recommend doing this at least twice a year, preferably in the spring and autumn.

TEXTILENE AND WICKER CLEANER

WICKER

CONCRETE LOOK

CERAMIC

CERAMIC - HONEYCOMB Our unique ceramic table tops have a remarkable strength. Ceramic is one of the hardest materials used in garden furniture. It has an extremely high scratch threshold, it is UV proof, colour fast and it is easy to maintain. The ceramic LIFE tables with a thicker table top are made of a honeycomb aluminium base, the ceramic panels are glued to the extra strong aluminium honeycomb base to create a solid table top. The modern ceramic tables remain lightweight. We recommend to clean the product a few times a year. This can easily be done with the “LIFE Outdoor Living – Ceramic cleaner and protector”. The cleaner also ensures that the product is provided with an UV protective layer so that the lifespan of the ceramic is extended.

CERAMIC CLEANER AND PROTECTOR

60 MM CERAMIC

CONCRETE LOOK

CERAMIC

CERAMIC - SHATTERPROOF GLASS This 8mm thick low maintenance table top has all the advantages our thick 60mm ceramic top has. Available in multiple sizes it can be combined with most of the LIFE tables. It can be used for the coffee tables, dining tables and even the bar tables. For this version of the ceramic table top which creates a light and modern look, 2-3 layers of sprayed material is used on top of a shatterproof glass plate. The unique ceramic table tops have a remarkable strength. Ceramic is one of the hardest materials used in garden furniture. It has an extremely high scratch threshold, it is UV proof, colour fast and it is easy to maintain. We recommend to clean the product a few times a year. This can easily be done with the “LIFE Outdoor Living – Ceramic cleaner and protector”. The cleaner also ensures that the product is provided with a UV protective layer so that the lifespan of the ceramic is extended.

CERAMIC CLEANER AND PROTECTOR

8 MM CERAMIC

20 MOUSE GREY

BLACK

SPRAYSTONE

Our popular low maintenance spraystone is about 8 mm thick and has a beautiful finish. The sides of these tops also have the same finish confirming its luxury appearance. Spraystone tops have 2-3 layers of sprayed material on top of a shatterproof glass plate. The spray is a mix of grinded natural stone and epoxy. For cleaning you can use our “LIFE Outdoor Living Spraystone Cleaner”. Since spraystone is a delicate material it is highly recommended to give the material an extra layer of protection using “LIFE Outdoor Living – Spraystone protector” to prevent stains. Take note: When you leave flower pots or other glass too long on the table, it may cause stains.

SPRAYSTONE CLEANER

SPRAYSTONE PROTECTOR

SPRAYSTONE

ALL WEATHER |

SOLTEX

COMFORMA

SUNBRELLA

C U S H I O N S All LIFE cushions are specially made for outdoor use. The various fabrics have fillings that have been treated specially to prevent the growth of mould. One of the most important properties is that it is water-permeable. Around the filling there is a polyester cover that keeps it together. This polyester cover has an open structure which alows the cushion to breath and let the water run through. There are 4 different fabric options for the outer cover, each offering a different type of use. All cushions have a high colour fastness and are UV-protected, LIFE offers the following options: ALL WEATHER WATER PERMEABLE SOLTEX | COMFORMA | SUNBRELLA WATER REPELLENT

CUSHIONS

A L L - W E A T H E R The Soft-Touch textilene All-weather cushions are water permeable and dirt-repellent. This means that the cushions will be wet after rain, but the special inner lining minimises the drying time. The “LIFE Outdoor Living – Textilene and wicker cleaner” ensures that the fabric is well protected and can be cleaned appropriately when necessary. It also ensures that the cushion structure remains “open” and will therefore dry faster. The cover of the All-weather cushions is made out of textilene. The anti-bacterial material fibre provides long colour fastness. Water can be wiped off easily and wringes through the cushion. These cushions can be left outside the entire season and do not need any extra protective layer. Although it will not need an extra protective layer, you do need to clean the cushions regularly to make sure it keeps its All-weather abilities and prevent moulds.

Cleaning All-weather cushions

You can clean the cushion cover with “LIFE Outdoor Living Textilene and Wicker Cleaner”. This is a non-foaming cleaner for open-woven fabrics and wicker. The outer cover can also be cleaned at 30 degrees in the washing machine, with a small amount of laundry detergent. We advise to wash one cover at a time. When the cover is clean and TEXTILENE AND WICKER CLEANER dry you can add a layer of protector.

CUSHIONS

ALL WEATHER 25

CARBON

KHAKI

MOUSE GREY

TAUPE

ANTHRACITE 26

IVORY

MIST GREY

OLIVE GREEN

SOLTEX Sit comfortably on the LIFE Soltex cushions. This cushion combines a polyester fibre with a special softer outdoor thread. The combination of All-Weather and a softer water resistant thread gives the cushion a more natural look and feel. Bringing both worlds, interior and exterior, together. The Soltex fabric is water resistant to prolonged rain. Our advice is to bring the cushions inside in the winter. Cushions should be completely dry when you store them inside to prevent it from moulding. In contrary to the All –weather cushions you do need some extra maintenance for these cushions by using an extra protective layer using the “LIFE Outdoor Living – Soltex protector”. The protector ensures that your cushion remains protected against dirt and stains. Cleaning is just as easy using the “LIFE Outdoor Living – Soltex cleaner”. How to clean the fabric? Before you begin, wet the fabric. Then spray the cleaner on. The soaking time varies between 3-10 minutes. Then remove the dirt with a cloth and rinse with water. Let it dry and you are ready to use the protector. SOLTEX CLEANER

SOLTEX PROTECTOR

CUSHIONS

COMFORMA These cushions can remain outdoors for the entire season. The fabric feels like an interior fabric, but has properties which allow it to remain outdoors in All-weather conditions. This is because they are treated with a Scotch Guard layer. We do, however, advise you to store these cushions inside in the event of prolonged rain. These soft fabric cushions are ideal for underneath a veranda or shelter. The Comforma cushions have a very soft touch and are comfortable to sit on. One of the best ways of ensuring that your cushions continue to look good, is to clean them regularly. The outer cover can also be cleaned at 30 degrees in the washing machine, with a small amount of laundry detergent. We advise to wash one cover at a time. And after the cover is completely dry you can add a layer of protector. Please note that there is no need to add extra layers of protection with normal use, as the fabric used in the covers has already been provided with these layers during the production process.

CUSHIONS

29 CORAL

STEEL

BASALT

30 SOLID SOOTY

CARBON BEIGE CHINE

NATTE GREY CHINE

CHARCOAL CHINE

SUNBRELLA® The Sunbrella® cushions can remain outdoors for the entire season. The fabric feels like an interior fabric, but has the properties which allow it to remain outdoors in All-weather conditions. These cushions are very soft and comfortable to sit on. One of the best ways ensuring that your Sunbrella cushions continue to look good is to clean them regularly.

How to clean Sunbrella® cushions

• Brush off loose dirt • Spray a cleaning solution of water and mild soap on the cushions • Use a soft brush to clean • Allow the cleaning solution to soak into the fabric • Rinse thoroughly until all soap residues are removed • Allow to air dry Please note that there is no need to add extra layers of protection with normal use, as the fabric used in the covers has already been provided with these layers during the production process of the Sunbrella cushions.

CUSHIONS

CARBON

KHAKI

MOUSE GREY ALL WEATHER

TEXTILENE Textilene is a woven fabric where polyester fibers are woven around an acrylic thread to form a strong fabric. Textilene is strong, durable, keeps its shape, is colourfast and has a long lifespan. It’s perfectly suitable for outdoor use. Textilene is used for lounge sets, garden chairs, sun loungers and garden benches. The material can be stretched over an aluminium frame creating a luxurious look with high seating comfort which dries quickly and is water permeable.

Maintenance of textilene Textilene is a very low maintenance material. However, it is recommended to clean the product a few times a year. This can be done easily with the “LIFE Outdoor Living Textilene and Wicker Cleaner”. The special dirt-repellent coating prevents stains from soaking into the material. In addition, textilene is UV resistant so the colour does not fade over time.

TEXTILENE AND WICKER CLEANER

TEXTILENE

PARASOLS Our parasols have the following characteristics: • Spuncrylic - 240gr/m2 • Comforma - 280gr/m2 • UPF 80+: meaning almost 100% of UV light will be stopped. Depending on the place and the positioning of the parasol it can withstand some wind however be careful for strong gusts of wind. Our parasols have two options of canopy fabric spuncrylic and comforma fabric. The canopies of the parasol are protected with a coating but naturally discolour over time due to a higher sun exposure. To create the highest durability for the colour it is preferred to wash the canopy multiple times a year. They come easily of the frame. Wash them by hand on 30 degrees and with water and with mild detergent soap in order to remove stains. When done washing, you can use the Fabric protector to give the canopy an extra layer of protection. This helps water and dirt to slide off more easily. When done with the treatment, it’s preferred to put the canopy back in the parasol frame when it is still wet. We highly reccommend to use a protection cover for our parasols in order to prevent discolouration.

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FABRIC PROTECTOR

LIFE COLLECTION CANOPY FABRIC COLOURS

MOUSE GREY

CARBON

GREY

TAUPE

IVORY

MIST GREY

ANTHRACITE

OLIVE

SPUNCRYLIC

COMFORMA

SPUNCRYLIC

COMFORMA

SPUNCRYLIC

COMFORMA

SPUNCRYLIC

COMFORMA

PARASOLS

PROTECTION COVERS The protection covers are made of a high-quality ripstop polyester. The covers are equipped with a membrane and air vents. This ensures that condensation is transported outside. The cover is breathable and resistant to dirt and water. Our advice is to replace the protection covers every 2 years. The covers are: - Fitted with a drawstring to ensure secure fastening and to prevent them from being blown away - Lightweight - Strong and easy to handle - High colour fastness Your LIFE Outdoor Living furniture should be covered when dry so no mould can form. Please make sure there is enough ventilation so that the cover can breathe. We recommend to never place the cover flattened on the product, you can use a water raiser for this. This also ensures that no water pockets can form. Our protection covers come with a one-year guarantee,

PROTECTION COVERS

MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS

TEAK SHIELD

TEAK PROTECTOR

TEAK CLEANER

TEAK COLOUR GREY

ALUMINIUM SPONGE

SPRAYSTONE PROTECTOR

SPRAYSTONE CLEANER

POLYWOOD PROTECTOR

POLYWOOD CLEANER

ALUMINIUM CLEANER AND PROTECTOR

CERAMIC CLEANER AND PROTECTOR

SOLTEX CLEANER

SOLTEX PROTECTOR

TEXTILENE AND WICKER CLEANER

MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY SVLK (Standar Verifikasi Legalitas Kayu) Our teak products from Indonesia have the SVLK/V-legal certificate, the other products have the FSC certificate. With this certificate we comply with the latest regulations in force since March 2013. The certificate stands for sustainable forest management and a declaration of legality. Indonesian forest owners and companies in the supply chain must demonstrate that the wood has a legal origin by means of a statement issued. In order to comply with this SVLK/Vlegal certificate, all containers are checked on the legal origin of the wood before shipping. The European Wood Regulation prohibits the marketing of illegally harvested wood.

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

FSC®

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) is an international organisation committed to conservation and responsible forest management worldwide. FSC® speaks of responsible forest management when the ecological, social and economic aspects of forest management are taken into account in a balanced way. Wood and paper products that originate from an FSC®-certified forest can be recognised by the FSC® label. In order to ensure that products carrying this label actually come from a responsibly managed forest, all links in the product’s trading chain must be certified. Only when, for example, a forest manager, paper factory and paper wholesaler can prove that they comply with the FSC® rules can a product be sold as FSC® and may the FSC® logo be placed on it. The certification of these companies is done by independent certifiers.

“We are increasingly aware of the world around us. To offer you the best outdoor furniture for people and planet we use the following certificates:”

BSCI

The Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) is an initiative of companies committed to improving working conditions in their global supply chain. BSCI offers a common code of conduct and a step-by-step plan for companies that is applicable to all sectors and manufacturing countries. BSCI offers companies a code of conduct that supports them in their efforts to establish an ethical supply chain. This code of conduct is based on international treaties that protect the rights of workers. The following key concepts are involved: • A socially responsible policy • Freedom of association • Working hours and overtime • Non-discrimination • Prevention of child labour and forced labour • Special protection for young workers • Payment of a minimum wage • Provisions for a safe and healthy workplace

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Life Outdoor Living B.V. Borchwerf 35, 4704 RG Roosendaal, The Netherlands info@lifeoutdoorliving.com, www.lifeoutdoorliving.com