Emeco Care Instructions + Warranties

Care Instructions by Collection
To keep your Emeco products looking good for a long time to come, follow the care instructions below. Care instructions are organized by collection.

Navy Collection

111 Navy
Emeco uses 65% recycled PET bottles and 35% glass fiber and pigment to make the 111 Navy Chair ®. Slight variations in color are natural to this recycled material. Emeco’s lightly textured finish will reduce the appearance of scratches.

Daily cleaning
Use Windex® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a soft, lint-free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Rinse with clean water, using a clean, nonabrasive cotton cloth. Dry the surface with a soft, clean, non-abrasive cotton cloth.

Normal maintenance and light scratches
Lemon Pledge or Armorall® (generically: spray wax with silicone) or Isopropyl Alcohol. Rinse with clean water, using a clean, non-abrasive cotton cloth. Dry the surface with a soft, clean, non-abrasive cotton cloth.

Abrasive pads, scouring powders or cleaners may permanently dull and scratch the rPET surface making it susceptible to staining. Never use cleaners containing acid, alkali, or concentrated sodium hypochlorite. These cleaners may mar, etch, corrode, and permanently discolor the surface.

Brushed Finish
Anodizing changes the aluminum surface to aluminum oxide, a super-strong material. Anodized aluminum is corrosion-proof and can be used outdoors, however, we suggest cleaning with soap and water every two weeks to remove grit and other air pollutants that can pit the surface.

Daily Cleaning
To keep your chairs looking beautiful, clean with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. You can also use Windex®, Formula 409® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a lint-free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture. For Heavy-duty dirt or oil use very hot water and strong soap, followed by LIGHT scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a soft-bristled brush or damp Scotchbrite® pad.

Scuffmarks
Light scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a Scotchbrite® pad.

Stains
Treat the stain with the appropriate cleaner (i.e. bleach for coffee, paint thinner for paint) leave the cleaner sit on the stain until the stain is dissolved, then follow the instructions for heavy-duty dirt.

Polished Finish
It takes eight hours to hand polish each piece of Emeco furniture. Each item will exhibit slight variations of handcraft. There is no coating on Emeco’s hand polished items and they will begin to patina immediately upon use. Polished aluminum is non-corrosive and does not tarnish. To keep your polished chairs shining brightly use ordinary car wax. Do not use abrasive cleaners, pads or brushes on hand-polished aluminum.

Daily cleaning
Windex® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a soft, lint-free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture.

Heavy-duty dirt or oil
We recommend Emeco Clean & Shine, which can be ordered from [email protected]. Alternatively, use very hot water and strong soap, followed by a soft, lint-free towel.

Light scratches
High-quality aluminum polish with buffing pads in a circular pattern (available at most hardware stores). Follow by a light polish of cornstarch with a very soft cloth.

Wood
Daily Cleaning
Clean the chair with a warm, soapy, damp cloth gently applied to the surface. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.

Solid wood is a natural fiber, therefore, it will shrink and swell with the seasons. Take care not to expose your furniture to extremes in temperature and humidity. Wet surfaces should be dried immediately. Solid wood changes color over time under normal conditions of light exposure, but do not expose directly to sunlight and heat.

Navy Officer Collection

Aluminum frames:
Clean the aluminum frame with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. You can also use Windex®, Formula 409® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a lint free towel. Hydrogen peroxide-based cleaners may also be used, dilution level 1:10. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture. For Heavy-duty dirt or oil use a very hot water and strong soap, followed by LIGHT scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a soft bristled brush. If the frame finish is brushed aluminum, you may also use a damp Scotchbrite® pad.

Anodized aluminum is corrosion-proof and can be used outdoors, however we suggest cleaning with soap and water every two weeks to remove grit and other air pollutants that can pit the surface.


1 Inch Collection

1 Inch Reclaimed Chairs
The 1 Inch Reclaimed Chairs are made of 90% reclaimed post-industrial waste - polypropylene and wood fibers. Therefore slight differences in chair surfaces may occur. To keep your chairs looking beautiful, clean with soap and water and dry with a soft cloth.

Seats in 100% reclaimed wood polypropylene
Clean with soap and water and dry with a soft cloth.

Seats in plywood / Tabletops in solid wood
Clean with mild soap and water and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.

Take care not to expose the wood to extremes in temperature or humidity. Wet surfaces should be dried immediately. Wood changes color over time under normal conditions of light exposure, but do not expose directly to sunlight and heat.

Upholstery
For seats with upholstery, please refer to the fabric/material supplier's care advice.

Frame / Tabletop in hand brushed recycled aluminum
All frames/tabletops are made by hand from recycled aluminum, with a hand brushed, clear anodized finish. Each piece is unique with subtle differences.

Anodizing changes the aluminum surface to aluminum oxide, a super-strong material. Clean with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. You can also use Windex®, Formula 409® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a lint-free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture. For Heavy-duty dirt or oil use very hot water and strong soap, followed by LIGHT scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a soft-bristled brush or damp Scotchbrite® pad.

Anodized aluminum is corrosion-proof and can be used outdoors, however, we suggest cleaning with soap and water every two weeks to remove grit and other air pollutants that can pit the surface.


20-06 Collection
The finish is brushed anodized aluminum. Anodizing changes the aluminum surface to aluminum oxide, a super-strong material. Anodized aluminum is corrosion-proof and can be used outdoors, however, we suggest cleaning with soap and water every two weeks to remove grit and other air pollutants that can pit the surface.

Daily cleaning
To keep your chairs looking beautiful, clean with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. You can also use Windex®, Formula 409® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a lint-free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture. For Heavy-duty dirt or oil use very hot water and strong soap, followed by a light scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a soft-bristled brush or damp Scotchbrite® pad.

Scuffmarks
Light scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a Scotchbrite® pad.

Stains
Treat the stain with the appropriate cleaner (i.e. bleach for coffee, paint thinner for paint) leave the cleaner sit on the stain until the stain is dissolved, then follow the instructions for heavy-duty dirt.


Alfi Collection
Alfi seats are made of 100% reclaimed post-industrial waste - polypropylene and wood fibers. Therefore slight differences in chair surfaces may occur. To keep the seats looking beautiful, clean with soap and water and dry with a soft cloth.

Clean the wood base with a warm, soapy, damp cloth gently applied to the surface. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. Periodic use of high-quality furniture polish is recommended.

Solid wood is a natural fiber, therefore, it will shrink and swell with the seasons. Take care not to expose your furniture to extremes in temperature and humidity. Wet surfaces should be dried immediately. Solid wood changes color over time under normal conditions of light exposure, but do not expose directly to sunlight and heat.

To clean the footrests on the counter and barstools use soap and water and dry with a soft cloth.


Broom Collection
The Broom Chairs and Stools are made of 90% reclaimed post-industrial waste - polypropylene and wood fibers. Therefore slight differences in chair surfaces may occur. To keep your chairs looking beautiful, clean with soap and water and dry with a soft cloth.


Emeco Stools
All Emeco stools are made by hand. Every stool has subtle differences.

Brushed Finish
Anodizing changes the aluminum surface to aluminum oxide, a super-strong material. Anodized aluminum is corrosion-proof and can be used outdoors, however, we suggest cleaning with soap and water every two weeks to remove grit and other air pollutants that can pit the surface.

Daily Cleaning
To keep your chairs looking beautiful, clean with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. You can also use Windex®, Formula 409® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a lint-free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture. For Heavy-duty dirt or oil use very hot water and strong soap, followed by LIGHT scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a soft-bristled brush or damp Scotchbrite® pad.

Scuffmarks
Light scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a Scotchbrite® pad.

Stains
Treat the stain with the appropriate cleaner (i.e. bleach for coffee, paint thinner for paint) leave the cleaner sit on the stain until the stain is dissolved, then follow the instructions for heavy duty dirt.

Polished Finish
It takes eight hours to hand polish each piece of Emeco furniture. Each item will exhibit slight variations of handcraft.

There is no coating on Emeco’s hand polished items and they will begin to patina immediately upon use. Polished aluminum is non-corrosive and does not tarnish. To keep your polished chairs shining brightly use ordinary car wax. Do not use abrasive cleaners, pads or brushes on hand-polished aluminum.

Daily cleaning
Windex® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a soft, lint free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture.

Heavy-duty dirt or oil
We recommend Emeco Clean & Shine, which can be ordered from [email protected]. Alternatively, use very hot water and strong soap, followed by a soft, lint-free towel.

Light scratches
High-quality aluminum polish with buffing pads in a circular pattern (available at most hardware stores). Follow by a light polish of cornstarch with a very soft cloth.


Heritage Collection
The Heritage chairs and stools are made by hand. Each piece is unique with subtle differences.

Brushed Finish
Anodizing changes the aluminum surface to aluminum oxide, a super-strong material.

Anodized aluminum is corrosion-proof and can be used outdoors, however, we suggest cleaning with soap and water every two weeks to remove grit and other air pollutants that can pit the surface.

Daily Cleaning
To keep your chairs looking beautiful, clean with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. You can also use Windex®, Formula 409® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a lint-free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture. For Heavy-duty dirt or oil use very hot water and strong soap, followed by LIGHT scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a soft-bristled brush or damp Scotchbrite® pad.

Scuffmarks
Light scrubbing in the direction of the aluminum grain with a Scotchbrite® pad.

Stains
Treat the stain with the appropriate cleaner (i.e. bleach for coffee, paint thinner for paint) leave the cleaner sit on the stain until the stain is dissolved, then follow the instructions for heavy-duty dirt.

Polished Finish
It takes eight hours to hand polish each piece of Emeco furniture. Each item will exhibit slight variations of handcraft.

There is no coating on Emeco’s hand polished items and they will begin to patina immediately upon use. Polished aluminum is non-corrosive and does not tarnish. To keep your polished chairs shining brightly use ordinary car wax. Do not use abrasive cleaners, pads or brushes on hand-polished aluminum.

Daily cleaning
Windex® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a soft, lint-free towel. Wash any film or residue with hot water. Do not use Stainless Steel cleaner on any aluminum furniture.

Heavy-duty dirt or oil
We recommend Emeco Clean & Shine, which can be ordered from [email protected]. Alternatively, use very hot water and strong soap, followed by a soft, lint-free towel.

Light scratches
High-quality aluminum polish with buffing pads in a circular pattern (available at most hardware stores). Follow by a light polish of cornstarch with a very soft cloth.


Lancaster Collection
Emeco Lancaster chairs are constructed with aluminum and wood. Clean the aluminum seat and back with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth.

To keep the wood looking beautiful, clean with a warm, soapy, damp cloth gently applied to the surface. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. Periodic use of high-quality furniture polish is recommended.

Solid wood is a natural fiber, therefore, it will shrink and swell with the seasons. Take care not to expose your furniture to extremes in temperature and humidity. Wet surfaces should be dried immediately. Solid wood changes color over time under normal conditions of light exposure, but do not expose directly to sunlight and heat.


Run Collection

Aluminum
Clean the aluminum top and frame with soap and water and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

Ash & Walnut Wood
Ash and walnut table and benchtops may be cleaned with a warm, soapy, damp cloth gently applied to the surface. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. Periodic use of high-quality furniture polish is recommended.

Solid wood is a natural fiber, therefore it will shrink and swell with the seasons. Take care not to expose your ash wood to extremes in temperature and humidity. Wet surfaces should be dried immediately. Solid wood changes color over time under normal conditions of light exposure but do not expose it directly to sunlight and heat.

Cedar Wood
Cedarwood table and benchtops may be cleaned with a warm, soapy, damp cloth gently applied to the surface. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.

Cedar is a softwood, so marks, scratches, and stains may occur through use. The tops are treated with a natural oil finish for outdoor use, which will change color and patina with exposure to light and the elements. To protect and refresh the finish, periodic application of linseed oil to clean and dry cedar surfaces is recommended. Apply an even coat of linseed oil with a brush and let sit for 30 minutes. Rub the oil into the wood with a clean, lint-free cloth, following the grain. Wipe away excess oil with a clean rag. If needed, sand lightly and wipe clean.


Su Collection
The Su Collection features a range of eco-conscious materials.

Recycled Polyethylene seats
Emeco recycled and reclaimed polymers are made to last, with ingredients to slow down color fading due to UV light. However, we recommend limiting direct sun exposure whenever possible.

To clean, use a soft, damp cloth and a mild soap or commercially available cleaner for plastics. Never use any abrasive or aggressive formulas such as powders or pastes, as these may cause surface damage or loss of color.

Reclaimed Oak seats
The Su Reclaimed Oak seats are carved from old architecture in the USA. Each seat is unique, with signs of its past life.

Clean the seat with a warm, soapy, damp cloth gently applied to the surface. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.

Solid wood is a natural fiber, therefore, it will shrink and swell with the seasons. Take care not to expose your furniture to extremes in temperature and humidity. Wet surfaces should be dried immediately. Solid wood changes color over time under normal conditions of light exposure, but do not expose directly to sunlight and heat.

Cork seats
Clean the seat with a warm, soapy, damp cloth gently applied to the surface. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.

Take care not to expose your furniture to extremes in temperature and humidity. Wet surfaces should be dried immediately. Cork changes color over time under normal conditions of light exposure, but do not expose directly to sunlight and heat.

Eco-Concrete seats
Clean with soap and water using a nylon-bristle brush.

Legs
Clean aluminum legs with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. Clean wood legs with a warm, soapy, damp cloth gently applied to the surface. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. Periodic use of high-quality furniture polish is recommended.


Warranties by Collection
Emeco chairs, stools and tables are built in accordance with the highest standards of design and manufacture. Emeco warrants, to the original purchaser, all chairs and stools to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and conditions, from date of receipt, as follows:

Emeco Lifetime Warranty
1006 Navy, Hudson, Icon, Heritage, Kong, Sezz, 20-06 chairs and stools, Emeco Stools, Soso and Occasional tables

Emeco 7-year Warranty
1 Inch Collection (3-year warranty for outdoor use for items with clear anodized aluminum and reclaimed wood polypropylene material), 1951 and Nine-0 chairs and stools, All Swivel seating, 20-06 tables, Café Tables, Work Table legs and Superlight chairs.

Emeco 5-year Warranty
1 Inch Reclaimed, 1104 (indoor use), 111 Navy Collection (3-year light-fast outdoor warranty*), Alfi Collection, Broom Collection (3-year light-fast outdoor warranty*), Parrish Collection (2-year warranty for outdoor use for chairs with reclaimed polypropylene seats)

*The 3-year outdoor warranty on all colors for 111 Navy and Broom models are valid for products with production date as of January 1st, 2018, from Emeco factory.

Emeco 2-year Warranty
Lancaster Collection, Run Collection, SU Collection

Fabric that is not manufactured by Emeco is not covered by this warranty but governed solely by the guarantees or warranties, if any, of the upholstery manufacturer. This warranty also does not include factory upholstery, scratches and chips to a powder-coated color finish, scratches or discoloration and deterioration to ABS plastic (due to harsh cleaners) or plastic laminate components, scratches and blemishes to polyurethane components, scratches or discoloration and deterioration to rPET plastic (due to harsh cleaners), scratches and blemishes to a polished finish, wood finishes, tabletop wear, or floor glide wear.

Variations in color are integral to the rPET material and should be expected.

Emeco will replace or repair defective furniture covered by this warranty. Customers must call 1 717 637 5951 to report a claim, and items must be shipped, prepaid to Emeco, 805 Elm Ave., Hanover PA USA 17331. In no event, shall liability under this warranty exceeds the original purchase price of defective furniture.

This warranty does not apply to furniture damaged by accident, abuse, neglect, or misuse, nor does it apply if repairs are attempted by the purchaser or by anyone other than an authorized Emeco agent or the Emeco factory.