CONCRETE FURNITURE GUIDE
INFORMATION YOU NEED BEFORE BUYING
The industrial-chic trend is going strong in the world of interior design, and to lock down the look in your home, you simply can’t go past concrete furniture. It’s modern yet timeless, sleek and elegant – and when it comes to concrete furniture benefits, there are plenty that extend beyond simply the aesthetic!
For example, did you know that it’s safe to recycle furniture made of concrete from James Lane? Here’s a little more concrete furniture information that can help guide you to your perfect piece.
IT'S ECO-FRIENDLY
If selecting environment-friendly furniture is important to you, you might be surprised to know that James Lane concrete furniture is a fantastic fit. All of our concrete products are created using a natural mineral-based material that’s made from Portland cement, sand, blue stone gravel and mixing water, all reinforced and strengthened with coconut fibre, rather than steel. This unique combination means that this natural fibre furniture can be safely recycled at the end of its life.
Crafting sustainable furniture Australia will love is important for us here at James Lane – which is why we don’t use fibreglass or polyester in the manufacture of our concrete handmade furniture, making our concrete products an environmentally friendly option when you’re furnishing your home.
IT'S ONE OF A KIND
Each piece of James Lane mineral-based furniture is stunningly unique: the small pores, varying shades of colour, hairline cracks, voids and punctures that show up in the concrete underline the uniqueness of each piece, just like knots and growth rings in wooden furniture mark each product as individual.
Continued use of your concrete furniture will also help bring out its individual patina, just as you’d see in wooden tables and terracotta surfaces. Over time, your concrete furniture will gain character, making each piece uniquely customised to you.
While concrete is a stylish and eco-friendly option, there are a couple of things to keep in mind when choosing concrete products. It’s a stiff and non-flexible material, so care should be taken when putting together fragile concrete furniture. It’s easy to chip an edge or corner while unpacking or assembling, so take it slow and always have at least two people helping when you’re putting together your James Lane outdoor furniture.
Also take care not to overtighten screws when you’re connecting the top and the legs, as this can crack the concrete. Take it slow, tightening the screws gradually until the legs are fixed.
CARING FOR YOUR CONCRETE
Keeping your pieces in tip top condition for years to come is easy, if you follow a few simple steps. Cover or protect the surface of your fragile concrete furniture while eating, as the oils in food may stain the product. If spills occur, wipe up any liquids with clean water straight away, then use a dry cloth to quickly dry the area.
To clean your concrete furniture, use specially engineered stone cleaner, or a citric acid-free mild detergent or glass cleaner. Avoid abrasive clothes or sponges, which can leave scratches in the surface. We advise against using scrubbing milk – and strongly recommend you never use lime remover on your concrete furniture.
Keep in mind, while James Lane concrete furniture can be used outdoors in covered alfresco areas, it is not suitable to be completely exposed to the elements outside. If your concrete products are being used for outdoor entertaining, make sure you can store them dry over winter and avoid letting water freeze on the surface.
All of these tips should help your concrete furniture go the distance.
GUARDSMAN STONE CARE
While natural stone products are timeless and a popular pick for contemporary interiors, they’re also porous, which makes them prone to stains and etching.
Protect against both with Guardsman Stone Care products which are ideal for protecting stone surfaces on dining tables, coffee tables, side tables and console tables made from granite, marble, terrazzo, travertine, slate or other natural stones.
Biodegradable, pH balanced, non-toxic, non-acidic and containing no phosphates or ammonia, Guardsman Stone Care products are gentle on the environment but tough on protection.
Available in different options to suit your need, the Guardsman Stone Care products include: