Care Instructions; General Care - RUSTA FURUVIK Manual

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CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Aintwood is a plastic material that resembles wood and requires less maintenance in
comparison with wooden furniture. Aintwood is dyed polystyrene that can withstand
temperatures from -25 ºC to +50 ºC. The material is recycled as rigid plastic and forms
carbon dioxide when burnt.

GENERAL CARE

You need to clean furniture made from Aintwood regularly after use. Visible dirt and
spillages should be wiped away immediately. Never place hot objects (e.g. saucepans,
cigarettes, barbecue equipment) directly onto the table, as it may melt and leave ugly
marks. Remember that if you leave objects like drinking glasses/vases in strong sunlight,
they can focus the sun's rays and cause burn marks in the table top. Aintwood furniture
should not be left in glass conservatories that are unventilated, as extreme temperatures
of more than +50°C can be reached. This will soften the material and disfigure it.
The steel frame does not require much maintenance. It should be cleaned when needed
and perhaps painted if it starts to peel, see Powder-Lacquered steel.
The screws need to be tightened in the nuts twice a season to keep the furniture stable.
Always check them at the beginning of the season.
CLEANING
Aintwood table with matt finish
Aintwood with a matt finish absorbs stains more readily. Spills and raindrops are more
noticeable than with a gloss finish. Matt Aintwood therefore requires more cleaning
than gloss Aintwood. We recommend using glass placemats and a table cover to reduce
the need for cleaning. For light dirt stains, soapy water and a cloth or sponge will be
sufficient. For tougher stains, e.g. red wine, coffee and grease, a more concentrated
detergent solution will be required to remove the stains. Soak with the detergent solution
for around 5–10 min. Then rub the area with a soft sponge in the direction of the grain.
Do not wash in direct sunlight to avoid the surface drying too quickly. Rinse thoroughly
with water. If necessary, repeat the process.If you want to have a surface that is more
resistant to dirt, you can treat Aintwood with a special polish for Aintwood. It may make
the surface shinier, with a slightly darker tone, but it will be less sensitive to stains and
easier to keep clean. Follow the instructions on the package.
Powder-Lacquered steel
If there are any scratches/damage on the lacquer, it must be treated immediately to
make sure it does not start to rust. Treat any scratches/damage on the lacquer by first
sandpapering away any rust and removing any paint flakes. Then paint with rust protec-
tion paint for metal in the relevant colour. Always follow the instructions on the paint tin.
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