BLOC Outdoor furniture is made out of Iroko Timber, wood of the Iroko tree (Chlorophora excelsa), native to the west coast of Africa. It is sometimes called African, or Nigerian teak. The wood is tough, dense, and very durable. It is often used in cabinetmaking and paneling as a substitute for teak, which it resembles both in colour (light brown to deep golden-brown) and in grain.Naturally one of the most durable timbers because it contains a natural oil. It needs no preservatives (oiling or varnishing) outside. The Bloc collection is locally manufactured from Iroko that is extremely strong and resistant to decay. Iroko’s unique colour range blend perfectly with any outdoor environment where harmony with nature is a key requirement.
Screws and fixings
BLOC Outdoor furniture only make use of old school mortise and tendon joins which adds to the structural strength of the furniture .All glues are waterproof and all screws and fixings are s/steel.
Cushion , Fabrics & Cushion Care
BLOC Outdoor furniture only use 100% solution dyed acrylic fabric which is Teflon coated. The fabrics holds a 7/8 lightfastness and is water repellent. The fabrics are also resistant to atmospheric agents and are stain resistant and rot and mould proof.
Our cushions are made out of only the highest quality high to medium density foams. In some cases we use unicurl in our back cushions for a more soft and comfortable feel. The cushions are wrapped in a layer of Dacron and covered with an inner for protection.
To Prolong the life and look of your cushions store them in a dry area when not in use. If your cushions do get wet, unzip them and stand them on end to help facilitate drying.