Metal

Metal is generally a very durable material. Take care to prevent scratches to your metal furniture as they can be extremely difficult and sometimes impossible to remove. Many of our metal finishes, such as Aero, are purposefully created to look distressed and aged, with marks and dents added to the metal to convey a strong sense of character and history. Other finishes, such as Shiny Steel, have a very smooth appearance and may show scratches more noticeably.

Aluminium

This smooth and sleek finish is durable and hardwearing, adding modern, cool tones to your interior.

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Spitfire

Spitfire is an original signature finish by Timothy Oulton, inspired by the World War II fighter plane and characterised by its multi-riveted construction and interlocking aluminium panels. A five-stage finishing process creates the impression of worn, distressed metal.

Featured on: Aviator Blackhawk, Spitfire Professor and Trunks

Aero

Inspired by the world of aviation, Aero is crafted from aluminium that has been put through a time-intensive hand-finishing process to distress the metal for a rustic, industrial feel. Small dents and scuffs are added for an authentically worn look, evoking a storied past of travel and adventure.

Featured on Trunks

Caring for Aluminium, Spitfire and Aero

• Wipe up spills immediately using a clean dry cloth.
• Clean regularly using a soft cloth dampened and a diluted solution of mild detergent and warm water. Dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use bleach or use any detergent containing sulphuric or hydrochloric acid.
• Avoid the use of steel wool or scouring pads as these may scratch and damage the metal surface.
• Protect metal table tops by using coasters and placemats to prevent marks, stains and scratches.
• Aluminium will naturally oxidise, forming a thin oxide layer on its surface, which gives this material its excellent anti-corrosion properties. The natural reaction of oxidisation will cause a slight black residue on the cloth when you clean your furniture. This is perfectly normal and not a sign of defect.
• To remove stains we recommend the cleaning product Brasso. To retain the matt finish of Aero and Spitfire products be careful not to over buff when using Brasso.

Oxidised Brass

This is a brass plated finish specially created to look like solid brass that has been slightly tarnished over time. This gives the products a wonderful vintage look, conveying a sense of age and a storied past. Strong, hardwearing and non-corrosive, our Oxidised Brass finish does not require regular polishing.

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Shiny Brass

Popular throughout history for its beautiful golden colour, brass gives a wonderful vintage look. Shiny Brass has a glossy shine, while Brushed Brass has a more subtle, modern look. Both are brass-plated, and therefore do not require the regular polishing required for solid brass. Strong, hardwearing and non-corrosive.

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Flat Brass

This brass-plated finish has a smooth, matt appearance and has been specially created to look like real brass that has slightly tarnished over time, featuring deep grey antiquing along the edges. Strong, hardwearing and non-corrosive, our Flat Brass finish does not require the regular polishing of real brass.

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Caring for Oxidised Brass, Shiny Brass and Flat Brass

• Wipe up spills immediately using a clean dry cloth.
• Clean regularly using a soft cloth and a diluted solution of mild detergent and warm water. Dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use bleach or any detergent containing sulphuric or hydrochloric acid.
• Avoid the use of steel wool or scouring pads as these may scratch and damage the metal surface.
• Protect metal table tops by using coasters and placemats to prevent marks, stains and scratches.

Caring for Shiny Steel and Black Steel

Shiny Steel and Black Steel have a high polish with an almost mirrored effect. Strong and durable, steel doesn't deteriorate with age. Due to the smooth finish, scratches may show up more easily and therefore abrasive objects and cleaning products should be avoided.

• Wipe up spills immediately using a clean dry cloth.
• Clean regularly using a soft cloth and a diluted solution of mild detergent and warm water. Glass cleaner may also be used. Dry with a soft cloth.
• Protect metal table tops by using coasters and placemats to prevent marks, stains and scratches.
• Do not use bleach or any detergent containing sulphuric or hydrochloric acid.
• Avoid the use of any abrasive cleaning products such as steel wool or scouring pads as these may scratch and damage the metal surface.
• To remove stains we recommend the cleaning product Brasso.

Shiny Steel features on Trunks and Zazenne. Black Steel features on Trunks.

Matt Black

Our Matt Black finish is powder coated for a neutral, modern style that looks great contrasted with other materials such as glass. This hardwearing finish requires minimal maintenance.

Featured on: Iceberg and Bio Hazard

Dark Bronze

Almost black to the eye, Dark Bronze has a rich depth to it, with burnished bronze tinges around the edges. Powder coated onto iron, Dark Bronze is strong and hardwearing.

Featured on Hestia and Inception Rock Crystal

Caring for Matt Black and Dark Bronze

• Wipe up spills immediately using a clean dry cloth.
• Clean regularly using a soft cloth and a diluted solution of mild detergent and warm water. Dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use bleach or any detergent containing sulphuric or hydrochloric acid.
• Avoid the use of steel wool or scouring pads as these may scratch and damage the metal surface.