Care &
Maintenance
What you need to know...
The materials used in the manufacture of all Indian Ocean collections are carefully selected to
meet the highest quality standards. Your furniture has been specifically designed to withstand
the elements of life outdoors - all year round. Whether your furniture is buried in snow or
basking in the heat of the summer sunshine it will bring you many years of pleasure.
However, regular cleaning and a little TLC really does go a long way to ensure your furniture
will still look good even after many years of use. Please keep this booklet to hand for future
reference.
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TEAK
Teak only needs a little regular cleaning – that really is all there is to it – but please read on so
that you know what to expect…
We select only the finest premium `A` Grade Plantation Teak. After about 3-6 months of exposure
to moisture and sunlight the wood begins to mature naturally and takes on a beautiful and
distinctive sliver-grey patina.
We do not advise the application of Teak Oil – Teak already has the naturally highest oil content
of all hard woods. Oil will not prolong the life of your Indian Ocean furniture but may cause black
spots, blemishes and uneven staining.
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Do not be alarmed if small cracks appear in the end-grain of timbers. They are perfectly natural and
you need not worry – as the moisture in the atmosphere rises the timber will return to normal.
You may also see white patterns appear on the Teak – these are simply calcium deposits and are an
intrinsic element of Teak. They do not affect the durability, performance or life expectancy of the
item.
It is important that stains and spillages on the wood are absorbed with kitchen paper as soon as
they occur. Use Teak Shampoo for everyday cleaning.
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TEAK
General grime accumulates on furniture outside and this should be washed away with a light soapy
detergent. Any residual marks may be removed using very fine sandpaper - always following the
grain of the wood.
Extending tables and folding chairs must be regularly opened and closed to prevent moving parts
seizing up - the application of a little lubricant on a cloth passed over the runners will help to
smooth the process.
We offer a range of Teak Care Products to further care for your Teak furniture.
Teak Cleaner & Restorer - Suitable for regular minor maintenance jobs to remove deeply ingrained
dirt and stains from food and wine. It is also designed to brighten Teak back to its original colour
by removing the grey film and to restore the top surface. It opens the pores of the wood in
preparation for sealing with Teak Care Sealer.
We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer to clean Teak furniture.
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RE-CLAIMED TEAK
Each piece of Re-claimed Teak is carefully selected by hand and matched to achieve the best
possible finish. Re-claimed Teak has a unique distressed feel and variations in the finish are part of
the inherent natural beauty of a re-cycled piece.
Otherwise, you may allow the wax to weather away and then your re-claimed Teak will weather
naturally.
You will find knots and markings that would not be found on new, premium grade plantation Teak.
We apply a clear wax treatment to all Re-claimed Teak to ensure that the pieces are aesthetically
pleasing. You may choose to maintain the wax finish by regularly applying a quality clear furniture
wax to clean, dry wood every 2-4 months.
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ALL WEATHER ROPE
LATITUDE UPHOLSTERED COLLECTION
All Weather Rope combines texture with technology. The Rope is an innovative blend of two
synthetic components resulting in a unique fibre with substantial practical strength. Indian Ocean Rope
is water-repellent, chlorine, salt and UV resistant and ultimately recyclable.
The Latitude modular sofa system is upholstered with high-performance outdoor fabrics and has
the feel of a luxury indoor sofa. The innovative material used for the cushions is woven from marine
strength solution-dyed synthetic fibres. Natural to the touch, UV fade resistant and treated to be
water, soil and stain repellent. Stains on the fabric can be spot cleaned with cool water and a general
laundry product.
The Rope is an excellent choice for marine or poolside locations and is inherently resistant to dirt and
stains. Where necessary, spot clean with a laundry or carpet cleaning product suitable for synthetic
fabric. We recommend our range of tailored covers to help keep the furniture free from debris,
particularly out of season. However, if dirt and grime accumulate a weak carpet cleaning solution may
be used to wash the furniture.
Please make sure the Rope is allowed to air-dry before covering.
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Occasionally, if exposed to extremely wet weather, the furniture may become completely saturated
- in these cases we recommend setting the pieces on a slight angle to aid drainage. Please follow
the instructions for Stainless Steel Maintenance on page 11 to care for the frame.
Please make sure the fabric is allowed to air-dry before covering.
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STAINLESS STEEL
All the Stainless Steel we use in the construction of our furniture is 304 Grade – the recommended
grade for outdoor use. Stainless Steel is an iron alloy in which the resistance to corrosion is
increased through the addition of chrome and nickel. Surface oxidisation deposits are accelerated by
chlorine and air-borne chemicals but do not affect the durability of your furniture. Chlorine and salty
sea air is Stainless Steel’s biggest enemy and can cause a type of corrosion that is known as pitting.
For that reason we strongly recommend that in locations near the sea or pool side the Stainless
Steel should be Electro-Polished where optional.
The Marina Collection is Electro-Polished as standard.
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It is necessary to clean the Stainless Steel regularly with a standard stainless steel spray cleaner.
This regular cleaning will minimise the contamination of the surface from airborne pollutants and
therefore avoid the formation of surface oxidisation deposits (brown spots) as well as removing
stains.
In addition, we recommend occasional use of our Premium Stainless Steel Cleaner & Protector
which will restore your Stainless Steel if it has not been cleaned regularly.
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GLASS
All Indian Ocean glass is tempered – this means it is toughened and would shatter if broken rather
than break into shards. Glass is naturally resistant to staining making it highly suitable material for use
Outdoors.
Glass is fragile and care must be taken to avoid chipping or damaging. Care must be taken to avoid
scratching surfaces with cutlery, china and decorative items. Do not leave decorative pieces on glass
surfaces for extended periods as marking can occur. We recommend the use of protective table
mats and coasters.
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As always it is best to act quickly to clean up spills to avoid food residue becoming baked onto
the surface.
Glass surfaces should be regularly cleaned with standard glass spray cleaners.
In the case of stubborn dirt or calcium deposits, we offer a Premium Glass Cleaner. This is
recommended only for serious damage and must be applied according to strict instructions.
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ALL WEATHER WEAVE & BATYLINE
Our extensive All Weather Weave & Batyline designs are constructed from premium quality highlytechnical man-made materials which allow them to remain outdoors all year round. The material
is soft to the touch, tear resistant, quick drying, UV, salt and chlorine resistant making it an excellent
choice for marine or pool locations. The weave is extremely durable and ultimately recyclable too.
All Weather Weave furniture will soften in exceptionally high temperatures and become rigid in
particularly cold temperatures. There is no cause for concern as the weave will return to normal
when returned to an ambient temperature.
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All Weather Weave & Batyline furniture needs minimal care to keep it looking as good as new. You
can easily wash your furniture down with a general household detergent followed by a thorough
rinse with fresh water. Alternatively, you may hose your Woven/Batyline furniture using a garden
hose pipe. The brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner may be used to remove dust or embedded
food crumbs. Care must be taken not to damage the weave with sharp objects. We recommend
regular cleaning with Indian Ocean Premium All Weather Weave Cleaner and Premium Batyline
Cleaner.
Avoid the use of abrasive products and solvents.
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CUSHIONS
Indian Ocean cushions are made from high performance fabrics absolutely designed for use
outdoors whilst ensuring a natural feel. They have an inherent water repellency, light dirt repellency
and are resistant to mildew. The fabrics are UV proof and resistant to fading from chlorinated pool
water. Our cushion fabrics and fillings are designed to dry out quickly after rain.
To keep cushions looking good we recommend that you store them indoors overnight. However
if the cushions are wet they must be allowed to dry out naturally before storing. If cushions are
covered, stacked or stored whilst damp then mould will accumulate.
Stains on the fabric can be spot cleaned with cool water and a general laundry product.
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Cushion Covers can be machine washed at 30 degrees - to prevent ceasing we highly recommend
replacing the covers while still damp and drying in the open air.
Do Not Iron, Do Not Tumble Dry & Do not Dry Clean as this will damage the weather proofing
characteristics of the fabric.
It is ESSENTIAL THAT CUSHIONS ARE COMPLETELY DRY BEFORE STORING in a wellventilated area over winter.
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PARASOLS
FURNITURE COVERS
The fabric is made from marine strength acrylic that is UV & mildew resistant. In addition, the fabric
is Teflon treated to provide water and light soiling protection.
A wide collection of tailored covers in waterproof and breathable fabric are available to protect
your furniture and minimise cleaning.
Please allow your Parasol to dry naturally before closing and covering for storage as mould may
form in the damp areas that have not been allowed to dry out.
Cushions should not be left under Furniture Covers (excluding upholstered items).
NEVER LEAVE YOUR PARASOL OPEN OR UNATTENDED IN WINDY CONDITIONS.
Please ensure your Parasol is secure and fitted in the correct base – please ask our advice. We
recommend Indian Ocean Premium Canvas Cleaner. We do not recommend removing the canvas
for cleaning.
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To order please call or visit our website, indian-ocean.co.uk.
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PREMIUM
CLEANING
PRODUCTS
Cleaner
& Restorer
Teak
Sealer
Teak
Shampoo
Stainless Steel
Cleaner
All Weather
Weave Cleaner
Batyline®
Cleaner
Canvas
Cleaner
Glass
Cleaner
Please carefully
follow the
instructions on the
product label.
Order online at
indian-ocean.co.uk
Order online at
indian-ocean.co.uk
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These products
are available to
purchase in store
and online.
Key Points
• Using Furniture Covers will
save on cleaning.
• Spills should be cleaned up
quickly with kitchen paper to
avoid any residual marks.
• When using sandpaper (very
fine) on Teak, always work with
the grain, never across it.
• Never use any abrasive
products on glass, weave or
canvas products.
Contact
• Extending tables and folding
chairs should be opened
regularly to keep them
moving easily.
• Cushions should be brought
in over night.
• Allow cushions to dry
completely before storage.
Indian Ocean
155-163 Balham Hill
London, SW12 9DJ
Tel: 020 8675 4808
Fax: 020 8675 4652
info@indian-ocean.co.uk
www.indian-ocean.co.uk