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SunbrellaŽ is 100%
solution-dyed acrylic fabric. The name Sunbrella
is synonymous with the finest outdoor fabric in
the world. Sunbrella withstands sun, wind and
rain while remaining beautiful for years. The
secret to our long lasting color is found in the
solution-dying process which locks colors into
the acrylic fibers, so they can't wash out or
fade. Fact is, Sunbrella is so durable, we back
it with an incredible 5-year limited warranty.
So don't accept an imitation outdoor fabric. For
the Sunbrella dealer nearest you, look in the
Yellow Pages under "Awnings &
Canopies," "Boat Tops &
Covers" or "Patio & Deck
Furniture."
Care of Sunbrella Fabric
Care
of SunbrellaŽ fabric
Colour fast
Warranty
General cleaning
Cleaning a
parasol canopy on the frame
Cleaning cushion
covers
Dry cleaning
Mildew &
stubborn stains
Is SunbrellaŽ
waterproof?
Do SunbrellaŽ
fabrics provide uv protection?
Fire resistance
Care
of SunbrellaŽ fabric
We only use SunbrellaŽ fabrics to make our
cushions and parasols. SunbrellaŽ fabrics are
widely recognised as the best for use outdoors
and are used extensively for awnings, boat
coverings, convertible car roofs, outdoor
furniture cushions, etc. It has a TeflonŽ
coating to help repel stains.
Colour
fast SunbrellaŽ fabric
is made from 100% solution dyed acrylic fibre.
The solution dying process adds colour to the
acrylic fibres while they are in a liquid state
during manufacture, which locks in the colour
and prevents it fading out due to repeated
washing or exposure to strong sunlight. This is
the secret to Sunbrella's easy cleaning &
long life. Warranty
The SunbrellaŽ fabrics used in our cushions and
parasols carry a 3 year warranty from the
manufacturer. This warranty covers the fabric
against becoming unservicable due to loss of
colour or strength from normal exposure
conditions, including sunlight, mildew, rot and
atmospheric chemicals. With proper care &
cleaning you can expect excellent service from
the fabric far beyond the warranty period. Cleaning
One of the best ways to keep your cushion or
parasol fabrics looking good and to delay the
need for vigorous cleaning is to hose them off
on a monthly basis during the summer season with
clean water. This practice will help prevent
dirt from becoming deeply imbedded in the fabric
and eliminate the need for more vigorous
cleaning at a later date. In most environments
thorough cleaning will be needed every year
prior to the summer season. Cleaning
a parasol canopy on the frame
Parasol canopies should be cleaned on the frame
and not be washed in a machine, as the leather
pockets will spoil.
ˇ Brush off loose dirt
ˇ Hose down with clean cold water
ˇ Prepare a cleaning solution of a mild,
natural soap (not a detergent) in water
ˇ Apply the cleaning solution using a soft
bristle brush
ˇ Allow the soap to soak in
ˇ Rinse thoroughly with clean cold water
ˇ Air dry only and never apply heat to the
fabric Cleaning
cushion covers
We recommend leaving cushion covers on the
cushions for cleaning rather than removing and
putting them in a washing machine.
ˇ Wash using natural soap (not a detergent) and
rinse using cold water
ˇ Air dry only and never apply heat to the
fabric
ˇ Never put Sunbrella fabrics in a tumble dryer
Dry
cleaning
We do not recommend dry cleaning Sunbrella
fabric. The chemicals used in the dry cleaning
process will not harm the fabric but due to the
high temperatures used during the drying process
the heat may cause shrinkage. Mildew
& stubborn stains
SunbrellaŽ fabrics will not support the growth
of mildew, but dirt on the fabric can lead to
mildew growth, this makes regular cleaning
important. There is no set frequency for the
cleaning of Sunbrella fabric, which is largely
determined by the local environment and the
frequency and care with which it is used.
Cleaning is required less frequently in a dry
environment than in a humid one around heavy
foliage. If stubborn stains persist you can use
a diluted chlorine bleach/soap mixture for spot
cleaning of mildew and other similar stains.
Prepare a special cleaning mixture and proceed
as follows:
ˇ 114 grams / 4oz of chlorine bleach
ˇ 56 grams / 2oz of natural soap
ˇ 4.54 litres / 1 gallon of water
ˇ Clean with a soft bristle brush
ˇ Allow the mixture to soak in for up to 20
minutes
ˇ Rinse thoroughly with clean cold water
ˇ Air dry and repeat the process, if necessary
Is
SunbrellaŽ waterproof?
SunbrellaŽ is not waterproof but it is water
repellant. This means that during the
manufacturing process a water repellant finish
is applied to the fabric. The wear resulting
from normal usage and cleaning will slowly
reduce the effectiveness of this finish. If your
fabric remains constantly exposed to the
elements and water repellency is a factor then
we suggest that you re-treat your SunbrellaŽ
fabrics after vigorous cleaning with a water
repellant treatment or fabric guard, available
from marine shops.
Do
SunbrellaŽ fabrics provide uv protection?
SunbrellaŽ fabrics have been tested and proven
to provide up to 98% uv protection from the
harmful effects of the sun, depending on the
depth of colour. White and lighter coloured
fabrics provide less protection than darker
fabrics do. This protective factor is inherent
to the product and will not be reduced by usage
and/or exposure of the fabric to the sun.
Fire
resistance
Our cushions supplied outside of the North
American market use two different types of fire
resistant SunbrellaŽ fabric. Firstly, SunbrellaŽ
firesist that has fire resistance built into the
fabric during manufacture and appears visually
the same on the right and wrong side. Secondly,
standard SunbrellaŽ furniture fabric with a
fire retardant coating applied to the reverse of
the fabric, which appears as a rubbery surface.
Neither fabric will melt and drip if exposed to
heat and both are inherently flame retardant.
All our SunbrellaŽ cushion covers and parasol
canopies comply with the UK Furniture &
furnishings (fire safety) regulations 1988.
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