Strathwood has broadened its handsome collection of cast-aluminum furniture with the St. Thomas ensemble. Durable yet surprisingly lightweight, these two deep seating motion chairs add a more upscale look to a porch, deck or patio than wooden furniture, and are easier to move around. Designed to offer a gentle, slight bounce/rock, the chairs provide an easy, relaxing range of motion. Screw-on glides underneath the chairs’ legs allow some leeway in adjusting for uneven surfaces. Part of the fully coordinating St. Thomas deep-seating collection, the set of chairs will blend with Strathwood’s Bainbridge cast aluminum pieces as well. Sized for comfort and utility, each chair measures 27-1/2 inches wide by 34-3/4 inches deep by 34-1/2 inches high.

Adding comfort to each metal chair is a single 5-1/2-inch-thick cushion that folds to cover the seat and back, and is upholstered in fabric designed for outdoor use. The light beige cover is made of synthetic woven tweed that repels water and wipes clean, but does not remove for cleaning. A Velcro tab on the top and ties on the seat corners attach the cushion to the chair so it won’t slide around or blow off in a strong wind. The cushion measures 51 by 24 inches.

The St. Thomas collection also includes a dining table, swiveling dining chairs, a round table with fire pit, side table with ice bucket, a 2-seater loveseat, and chaise lounge. Each piece features the same ornamental scrolling vine motif in a dark-brown finish with bronze highlights and silver flecks. This all-weather, easy-care furniture is made from the highest grade of aluminum. The pieces are sand casted, covered in a powder-coat finish, and designed to be rust-free.

Strathwood furniture has quality, ease of use, and casual elegance at its core. Each piece is rigorously tested for durability, and assembly instructions have been standardized for simplicity from start to finish. Strathwood furniture is sleekly designed, handsomely finished, and built to last. This classic style and reliable craftsmanship will weather ever-changing trends and regular use for years to come.

Handsomely designed and built to last, this armless, cushioned chair offers a modular style that can be used on its own or in concert with other pieces from the Strathwood Balboa outdoor furniture collection. Create a sectional arrangement with the corner seat and chaise lounge from the collection, which also includes an ottoman. The chair is made of a dense and highly durable hardwood with a fine-sanded, oil-stained finish in a warm, mahogany brown tone. It features blocky, square chair footings and a wide, slatted construction on its seat and back. The deep seat has a gently angled back for a relaxing recline. The chair measures 34 inches deep and 27-1/2 inches wide, with the back rising 33 inches tall from the floor. Assembly is easy, with all parts and hardware included. The chair comes with a 4-1/2-inch-thick seat cushion with a durable, heavy polyester canvas cover in a natural tone, as well as a 4-1/2-inch-thick back cushion with a Velcro fastener that loops through the slats.

Cushion Care and Cleaning: Gently brush off dirt before it becomes embedded in the fabric and wipe up any spills as soon as they occur. Gently spot clean only with mild soap and cool water using a sponge or soft brush, then air dry cushions in a sunny location. Bring cushions indoors during inclement weather and store in a dry place when not in use.

Please note that upholstered items purchased on different occasions over time may have a slight variation in hue. There is the potential for variation in the hue of any fabric, depending upon the light source in which it is viewed. For outdoor fabrics, sunlight is the source textile manufacturers use to verify hue accuracy. In addition, a slight variation in hue is normally expected between rolls of like fabric, since no two can be produced to come out exactly the same.

Crafted from durable, Earthy-friendly eucalyptus hardwood, this furniture is intended for outdoor use in all weather. A beautiful hardwood comparable to teak and with excellent weather-resistant properties, eucalyptus is dense and naturally resistant to rot and insect infestation. Certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), there is no doubt about the responsible production and consumption of this wood. The rapid growth of eucalyptus trees makes them more readily available and more easily affordable. In addition, furniture constructed of eucalyptus is light enough to move easily and requires no oiling unless to maintain a desired look.

Left untreated, eucalyptus will weather when exposed to the elements, turning a soft shade of silver/gray similar to the weathering of teak. In addition, when untreated, natural splitting or cracks will appear, but this will not affect the durability of the furniture. To guard against this weathering process and to maintain a desired look, apply coats of a hardwood oil. The frequency of necessary oil applications depends on the intensity of the outdoor elements. The furniture has already been oiled prior to packing, and it is recommended that an oil treatment be repeated at least once a year. Giving the furniture an extra treatment before exposing to rain will prolong the “new” look and ensure a longer life.

After eucalyptus furniture has weathered, it can be restored if desired by sanding down the surface, cleaning it, and then applying oil to prevent more weathering. To clean it, mix one tablespoon of bleach, five tablespoons of a gentle dishwashing liquid, and a gallon of water, and gently scrub the mixture on the surface of the wood with a soft bristle brush. Rinse the solution from the furniture, and allow it to dry completely in the sun. Developed for use in high humidity, the furniture is best not stored in centrally heated areas, as that could lead to excessive drying out of the wood.

Wood that becomes saturated with water and left over an extended period without drying out is more likely to warp and rot. The bases of furniture legs are probably the most vulnerable when it comes to water damage. If wood furniture is kept in the grass, at the poolside, or on a surface that collects rain water, the legs can become saturated. Covering the bottoms of each leg with rubberized material or small sections of cedar fencing material will help protect furniture from rotting from the bottom up.

Strathwood furniture has quality, ease of use, and casual elegance at its core. Each piece is rigorously tested for durability, and assembly instructions have been standardized for simplicity from start to finish. Strathwood furniture is sleekly designed, handsomely finished, and built to last. This classic style and reliable craftsmanship will weather ever-changing trends and regular use for years to come.