ALUMINUM
Aluminum is non-corroding alloy, ideal for outdoor usage thanks to its light weight and highly weather-resistant character. MAMAGREEN uses the strong alloy 6063 with an electro-statically applied, UV-resistant powder-coated finish.

Care for Aluminum
When properly used aluminum furniture needs very little maintenance.
To repair minor scratches caused by handling, practical touch-up pens are available in various colors.
Clean with soapy water. Never use hot or boiling water.
Use a soft sponge and a soft cloth. Never use anything abrasive like a metal brush or steel wool.

STAINLESS STEEL
MAMAGREEN uses stainless steel type 304 because the chrome and nickel in its composition makes it extremely corrosion resistant and very durable. Stainless steel is a 100% recyclable alloy.

Care for Stainless Steel

• Stainless steel outdoor furniture requires care and cleaning to maintain its clean, shiny look.
• When exposed to a salty environment, cleaning will need to happen more regularly to avoid superficial corrosion.
• When the furniture is used on the patio or in the garden, stainless steel furniture is fairly low maintenance.
• Several products to clean stainless steel are on the market, but a car washing soap will also do the job.
• Use a soft sponge and soft cloth, never use a metal brush or steel wool.

PLANTATION TEAK
Teak is well known as the ideal wood for garden furniture, thanks to its beautiful structure, rich color and high oil content.
MAMAGREEN's teak comes from sustainable teak plantations in Indonesia, with a reforestation program. managed by a certified government body. Working together with the European community this ensures legality and ecological standards.
MAMAGREEN only uses Grade A teak wood for its uniform color, oil content and close grain, which minimizes potential damage in harsh outdoor environments.

RECYCLED TEAK
Using recycled methods teakwood is giving abandoned construction sites a new life.
Old buildings, neglected bridges and disused boats and other construction are deconstructed to harvest the old teak parts.
MAMAGREEN is all about minimizing our footprint on the environment.
Recycled teak has character. there are a lot of signs these wood components had a prior function. There are holes where bolts were used, there are nail holes, damages from hinges and other imperfections, that give recycled teak its unique look.
These characteristics are not hidden, because eac aesthetic imperfection in the teak adds to the exceptional feeling of the furniture.
To accentuate the uniqueness the recycled teak comes with a wire brushed finish.

Care for Teak
All MAMAGREEN teak furniture is treated with a "teak shield" protective layer.
Your teak outdoor furniture requires regular cleaning and basic care to maintain its appearance over the many years it can be enjoyed.
There are a lot of products on the market to protect, color or clean teak.

Should you do anything to treat your teak? A lot of it is a matter of taste. If untreated, and exposed to UV, the teak will slowly turn silver grey, but will remain as strong as treated teak wood.
Maintenance Products: We advise to use as much as possible products from a reliable source with clear instructions and after sale service. Note that if you start to use maintenance products to keep the original appearance they will need to be reapplied on a yearly basis.
Basic Care: The number one rule is regular cleaning to avoid buildup of mold and mildew.
Avoid leaving food, leaves or dirt for an extended period of time on the teak.
Do not store furniture in a very humid, non ventilated space and do not cover your furniture with a plastic cover, teak needs to breathe.
Note that leaving items on the teak for a long period can cause discoloration. Teak changes color when exposed to UV.
Cleaning Untreated Teak: Clean on a consistent and regular basis with a hard synthetic brush, gentle eco-friendly dishwashing soap and clean water.
Never use a metal brush or steel wool.
Spills, such as wine or juices need to be cleaned immediately to prevent staining the furniture.

HIGH PRESSURE LAMINATE (HPL)
MAMAGREEN'S Italian high pressure laminate (‘HPL’) is an eye-catching modern material, is able to withstand very harsh outdoor environments, and requires minimal maintenance.

Care for HPL

• Outdoor furniture made of HPL requires very little cleaning or care to last many years.
• Always protect table surfaces from hot serving dishes, and do not use as a cutting board.
• Wipe down with a soft, soapy cloth, then repeat without soap. Wipe away all water before leaving in the shade to dry, where possible.
• Wash down with water and all-purpose household cleaner or dishwashing detergent 2-3 times per year.
• Do not use strong, toxic solvents or alcohol based products to clean HPL. Never use abrasive cleaning aids such as steel wool or scouring powders.
• Store indoors or under cover if not in use for long periods of time, or during harsh winters.