Outdoor furniture is very much an investment and often a sizeable one for commercial companies that house large volumes of fitments and fixtures for the likes of pubs, parks, golf clubs and hotels.
Whilst Woodbury products are designed and built to withstand heavy, regular use in the commercial and public environment, it is important to maintain and protect them from the many varying weather elements they will be exposed to. Don’t forget, the image of your establishment is as important on the outside as it is on the inside; it could be the first view people have you and you never get a second chance to make a first impression.
Daily review of the weather and being aware of any extreme weather conditions can ensure you are ahead of the game and allow you to plan for how you will need to protect your furniture and outdoor accessories.
The level of protection will be dictated to by the seasonal time of year and the type of weather. During the summer months, the days are longer and this means furniture is used for a much greater length of time with a large number of visits from customers. The suns UV radiation is at full strength during the summer season and will cause prolonged damage to wooden items that are fully exposed. It is therefore, important that each piece of your furniture is cared for to the highest level to ensure longevity and also to create a pleasing and hopefully a repeat experience for the customer. No one is going to want to sit on a rusty and rickety park bench, or at a faded table.
During times of high winds, it may be appropriate for your commercial furniture to be shackled down to ensure it does not blow around and become damaged or risk injuring those who frequent your public space. Our ground fixing kits are a very useful addition to your furniture and are available for hard ground, soft ground and with a root fix.
Parasols are notably absent on days of high wind! They need to be protected and securely tied back to ensure they do not bend and buckle in the wind. Parasols in particular can become hazardous during times of high wind if they work loose from the base unit they fix in to.
We have a selection of concrete and timber parasol bases in a choice of weights. We also have some parasol base brackets to securely hold the parasol in place without the need for a base. These are ideal for those concerned about restricted under table leg room, whilst seated at the furniture.
There are many things you can do to keep your outdoor space looking fresh and rejuvenated. We have an extensive range of accessories to help you make the right choice to protect your furniture.
Our Re-Treatment kits are very popular and contain all that you will need to look after your furniture, including a pair of plastic gloves and protective googles to protect yourself from the product. The treatment fluid is the exact product that we use in the factory to treat the furniture during production process. It is white spirit based and available in our unique Woodberry Brown shade. This product should be administered on an annual basis, to any flat, exposed surfaces, this includes table tops, seats and benches. It is less important to treat the legs and underneath as they are not directly exposed to weather conditions.
For furniture that is only used at certain times of year, it is worth investing in some tarpaulin, specially designed to protect outdoor furniture. These industrial covers are designed using the highest quality canvas featuring both water and UV protection. This long lasting product is available in a range of sizes with eyelet punches for rope insertions to ensure they can be tightly fastened. The tarpaulin comes in a variety of green and tan shades. We like the current selection available at UK Tarps, a Middlesex based company specializing in all types of commercial tarpaulin.
For more information on our extensive range of commercial outdoor furniture and accessories please contact [email protected].