STAINLESS STEEL

With stainless steel the corrosion resistance of the iron alloy is increased by the addition of chromium and nickel. By the passivation process a neutralization of possibly corroding particles on the metal surface is achieved by means of nitric acid.

For our collections ROXY and OCEAN CLUB we are using stainless steel of the quality 1.4301, type 304.This steel has become accepted worldwide in the construction of swimming pools and also in the manufacture of stainless-steel furniture. The surfaces and visible seams are passivated, precisionground and with respect to OCEAN CLUB polished as well so that the chromium oxide layer formed can develop its protective features.

Particularly maritime climates and chlorine can be quite hard on the surface, which is why we recommend regular cleaning with a mild soap sud as a matter of principle but particularly so if such furniture is positioned in the vicinity of swimming pools. In case of spot development or flash rust, if so, the furniture can be treated with a special stainless-steel cleaner or a trusted stainless-steel paste. Please, refrain from using abrasive products or abrasive sponges containing metal substances by all means!

ALUMINIUM

Apart from constructive advantages this material convinces primarily by its relatively little weight and its weathering resistance. By UV-proof powder lacquers applied in the powder-coating process aluminium becomes very corrosionresistant. The care is quite unproblematic and best done with a neutral soap sud and a sponge, no abrasive products or tools please!

STEEL

For the frames of our collection LOUISIANA we are using a low-carbon steel of the type ST37. Our metal frames are zinc-coated and refined by a multi-layer coat of lacquer in black. As a result of this they are fit for outdoor use as well. For cleaning we suggest water with a neutral all-round care product. If scratches in the lacquer are avoided then lacquered steel is very long-living as well. However, should scratches occur then even minor ones should be repaired with a touch-up stick soonest after occurrence to avoid rust.

GFK / FIBERGLASS

Fiberglass is a particularly valuable fiber-synthetic-composite which is frequently used in boat building. Its advantage lies in the high breaking elongation and the elastic energy absorption. In PLATFORM the hard shell pigmented white with the high-tensile foam core is very noncorrosive. Fiberglass is easy to clean and care with customary products (dish soap, glass cleaner, car shampoo or GFK cleaner for yachts), however, by no means should any abrasive care products be used.

SYNTHETIC WEAVE

The weave for our furniture is made from high-quality polyethylene fibers. We are using exclusively high-quality branded fibers such as Raucord (REHAU) and Hularo. This ideal material for outdoor usage is color-fast, UV-proof, eco-friendly and recyclable. By deliberate manual intervention in the production process small irregularities in the color texture are achieved. These multiple colorations with stripes give the weave a unique appearance. Cleaning is unproblematic here as well, just use a soap sud and a sponge or brush.

MESH / BATYLINE^®

The seating surface and backrest coverings for models of our collections OCEAN CLUB, ROXY and LONG BEACH are manufactured from a polyester fabric. This fabric holds its shape very well, is tear-resistant, UV-proof, lightfast and fungus-resistant. Due to its special fabric structure this material dries down rapidly. Normal dirt can be removed quite easily with simple soap water. For harder stains we recommend the use of a customary vinyl cleaner. Please, avoid any contact with acid-containing products. Oils, too, can cause lasting stains if given sufficient dwell time.

NANO COVER FABRIC

Our cover fabric B67 originates from the "Special Line" NEPTUNE NANO collection. This composition of PVC and 2% NANO high-tech compound is ideal in both design and function. This extraordinary material, which lends itself to outdoor upholsteries as well as furnishings on yachts and in wellness areas, is oil- and saltwater-resistant as well as UV-proof, hardly inflammable, highly resistant to abrasion, extremely weathering-resistant and due to a novel surface structure "Nano Profile" dirt-repellent, also resistant to disinfectants and chloride water as well as stretch- and tear-proof.

You ought to consider, however, that every needle stitch in the standard processing of the upholstery perforates the material sewn allowing water to penetrate and wet the cushions. To resolve this problem we have developed a method for the gastronomy (per request) for keeping the foam cores of the cushions and upholstery covered with NANO fabric watertight. As the result of this one does not have to race outside to bring the cushions inside every time it looks like it’s going to rain. After a quick wipe of the surface the cushions can be used again. Stripping and washing is not required.

For cleaning a mild soap sud is recommended. Please, do in no case use solvents, chlorides, polish, wax polish or chemical cleaning products. Stains caused by other textiles are exempt from the manufacturer’s warranty.

TEAKWOOD

High-quality teakwood (tectona grandis) possesses an extreme density and a very high natural oil and rubber content. Thus, the wood is nearly rot proof and its suitability for the production of garden furniture is, therefore, second to no other natural material. Particularly valued is its low shrinkage rate as well as its high dimensional stability. An ecologically reasonable exploitation of the timber stocks and extensive afforestation measures are ensured by the Indonesian State Authorities of Forestry. Products are furthermore ecologically justifiable if they are designed for a long-run benefit by high-quality workmanship.

All of our furniture and parts made from teakwood are untreated. It is part of the characteristics of this material that a silver-grey patina develops outdoors relatively fast. This constitutes no impairment of the quality of the wood in any way.

However, after each winter teakwood furniture should be treated by cleaning with a mild all-round cleaner or a special teak cleaner using either a sponge or brush and by sanding rough and grainy surfaces gently down where necessary. After that you may treat the wood with teak oil or a teak protector. Teak oil gives the wood its original honey-brown shade again. The advantage of a teak protector lies in its three to four times higher long-run effect. A teak protector, being water-based, is eco-friendly, non-greasing and its application is easy and quick. It is a mildew-infestation repellant and protects against black spots on the surface of the wood as well.

HPL / TRESPA^®

This material is used for table tops of the collection OCEAN CLUB. The HPL ("High Pressure Laminate") plates are manufactured under high pressure and high temperatures from woodfiber-reinforced resins. They are lightfast, tension-proof and scratch-proof. Please note that the table edge will always be black irrespective of the table-top colors chosen by the customers. The weather-resistant plates are absolutely easy to clean.

GLASS PLATES

At RAUSCH CLASSICS we are using ESG safety glass plates exclusively. With respect to the table tops of the collections ROXY, OCEAN CLUB und partly LONG BEACH as well as our OCALA tables the top sides are etched. The undersides are silk-screened in white and taupe, respectively. For LONG BEACH, OCALA and ST. MANDRIER we have glass plates with sandblast effect in our program. All other glass plates which rest for example on wicker table surfaces are made from crystal clear glass. In order to prevent any shifting of the glass plates on wicker surfaces these tables are delivered with little distance buffers having suction knobs.