The Benefits Of Cast Aluminium Garden Furniture

Cast aluminium has many qualities that make it a popular material for outdoor furniture and a fantastic choice for patio and garden furniture in Ireland. Here’s why:

-Rust Free and Ireland Proof!

Cast aluminium garden furniture has the traditional, classic look and feel of cast iron garden furniture but with many added benefits: one of the most important is the fact that cast aluminium doesn’t rust.  We could say that cast aluminium garden furniture is weather and Ireland-proof. Your cast aluminium outdoor table and chairs will resist anything the unpredictable Irish weather will bring: soft days, mixed weather, Atlantic wet summers...

 

-Strong and Durable

Aluminium being metal and non-rusting means cast aluminium garden furniture is not only strong but also durable. Cast aluminium garden furniture will last many seasons and celebrations!

 

-Light

Cast aluminium garden furniture, unlike cast iron pieces, is much lighter and easy to move around if you have a spacious area or need to move your outdoor furniture for any reason. While cast aluminium garden furniture will resist the winters outdoors well, make sure you don’t leave it outdoors in very windy or stormy weather, as chairs will fall and get scattered. Stack them and store them in a sheltered/safe area or secure them to the ground or wall with weights or rope.

 

-Low maintenance

You won’t need to worry about looking after your cast aluminium garden furniture set. Just a quick wipe with a damp cloth will be enough to clean tables and chairs. Seat pads and parasol will need to be looked after more carefully, to make sure the fabric doesn’t get wet or fades with sun exposure. Garden sets tend to come with detachable pads so they are easy to remove and store neatly indoors.

 

-All sizes and colours

Cast aluminium garden furniture comes in all shapes, sizes and colours.

 

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Why Choose Cast Aluminium Furniture?

Wood is known to become weak, often rotting over time if left unprotected. Iron is prone to rusting quickly. Plastic can sometimes lack strength. Cast aluminium, however, is one of the best materials available for outdoor furnishings because it has the best features of all three.

 

Unlike cast iron ranges, aluminium designs will not rust or weather, meaning there is no risk in leaving it outside all year round. Being metal, it is naturally stronger than its plastic competitors. It's also lighter than the iron and wooden ranges, so if for any reason you do wish to store it in a shed or garage, you won't put your back out in the process.

 

The only time your furniture may weather is if it gets chipped or damaged in some way. The exposed metal can react to pollutants in the air. It won't rust, but instead, it can discolour and develop a rough or pitted surface. This is caused by tiny amounts of oxide that will appear on the exterior, which then acts as a protective layer, stopping further weathering. This quality makes cast aluminium a great choice for patio furniture, as it will last for years to come.

 

Cleaning Cast Aluminium

Avoid using a high-powered pressure washer on their furniture. This is not recommended because it can strip the coated finish of the metal and increase the risk of the surfaces becoming pitted. Instead, use some warm soapy water and a sponge to wipe down the furnishings and then lightly hose it down afterwards. Adding a small amount of white vinegar or lemon juice to the soapy water will make it slightly acidic, and this can help with cleaning. Do not use soda or other alkaline-based products.

 

If the surface does become pitted, using some unused steel wool instead of a sponge can help. Just be sure to remove any strands of the wool that break off and stick to the furniture, as these will rust and the colour of the rust can run onto the furniture. Afterwards, lightly cover the aluminium with a silicone spray for an added layer of protection. If small chips appear, dabbing on a couple of layers of black nail polish can often save you from having any problems.