EASY CARE &
MAINTENANCE
2021
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EASY CARE AND MAINTENANCE
At Jensen Outdoor, we believe that luxury furniture
should oer the luxury of simple care. Maintaining
the beauty and comfort of your ipe wood furniture,
woven fibers, and cushion fabrics will feel eortless
when you follow our easy care guidelines.
Topics
Care Levels Guide
Jensen Supplies
Ipe Wood
Woven Viro
®
Fiber
Sunbrella
®
Fabric
3
4
5-6
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CARE LEVELS GUIDE
MAINTAIN YOUR FURNITURE AS YOU DESIRE
Jensen Outdoor has created a Care Levels Guide to share why, when, and how you
can maintain your furniture as you desire with our best-in-class care supplies.
1
PROTECT
Protect new or newly clean furniture.
2
CLEAN
Clean up light spills, dirt, or dust.
3
RESTORE
Restore your furniture’s ‘as new’ appearance.
4
REVIVE
Revive your furniture from troublesome stains.
Ipe Wood Sunbrella
®
Fabric
Wood Shield
Fabric Protector
Ipe Wood
Woven Viro
®
Fiber
& Sunbrella
®
Fabric
Soap & Water
Ipe Wood
Sunbrella
®
Fabric
Ipe Wood
Sunbrella
®
Fabric
Cleaner, Brightener,
& Penofin
®
Verde Oil
Fabric Cleaner
Wood Stripper,
Cleaner, Brightener,
& Penofin
®
Verde Oil
Tough Stain
Removal
Helpful Hints
With outdoor furniture crafted from
materials selected to stand the
test of time, how you care for your
furniture is up to you.
Some enjoy a ‘set it and forget it’
approach to furniture care, follow-
ing
Level 1: Protection
then perform-
ing
Level 2: Cleaning
as needed.
With this approach, you’ll notice
that when left to the elements, Ipe
timber will naturally weather to a
desireable silver patina over time.
However, you may be someone
who is inclined to keep an ‘as
new’ finish on your furniture. If you
are, pay attention to
Levels 1-3
of the Care Levels Guide to keep
your furniture in tip-top condition
year-round. The brilliant thing about
Jensen Outdoor is that as you own
our furniture, the appearance of
your finish and level of care required
is entirely up to you!
For serious troubleshooting, it’s
good to be aware that stains can
occur when oils, wines, or more are
left for an extended time on your
furniture. For the stickiest scenarios
seek instruction from
Level 4: Revive
to revive the ‘as new’ finish of your
furniture when faced with life’s
toughest stains.
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Where to Buy
Jensen Outdoor care supplies may
be purchased through the retailer
that you originally bought your
furniture from.
If you are having trouble locating a
specific care item, you can search
for more Jensen Outdoor retailers in
your area through our ‘how to buy’
portal at:
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JENSEN SUPPLIES
THE ABSOLUTE BEST IN CARE PRODUCTS
Jensen Outdoor is proud to provide the highest-quality care supplies, manufactured to
keep your furniture in tip-top shape all year long.
IPE WOOD CARE PRODUCTS
Ipe Aftercare Kit
Level 3
: A conveniently pack-
aged kit to restore the ‘as-new’
finish of your Ipe wood furniture.
• Pro-Tech Brightener
• Penofin® Verde Oil Finish
Penofin
®
Verde Oil Finish
Level 3-4
: Oil finish to condition
and restore the color of Ipe.
Penofin
®
Pro-Tech
Wood Cleaner
Level 3-4
: Water-based, clean-
ing agent for Ipe wood.
Penofin
®
Pro-Tech
Wood Brightener
Level 3-4
: Brightens and pre-
pares Ipe wood for Penofin®
Verde Oil Finish.
Ipe Restoration Kit
Level 4
: A conveniently pack-
aged kit to prepare your Ipe
wood to be revived. Pairs with
Penofin® Verde Oil Finish.
• Pro-Tech Stripper
• Pro-Tech Wood Cleaner
• Pro-Tech Brightener
Wood Shield
Level 1
: Makes Ipe wood more
repellant to water, moisture,
and helps to prevent staining.
SUNBRELLA
®
CARE PRODUCTS
Fabric Protector
Level 1
: Makes Sunbrella®
cushion fabrics more repellant
to water, moisture, and helps to
prevent staining.
Fabric Cleaner
Level 3
: Jensen Outdoor’s all
purpose fabric cleaner. Cleans
everyday dirt and stains from
Sunbrella® cushion fabrics.
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About Ipe
Ipe (pronounced “EE-pay”) is a
hardwood timber prized for its
beauty and long-lasting durability in
any environment.
Ipe timber exhibits a deep choc-
olate-brown grain when new that
may be allowed to naturally age to
an elegant silver patina or brought
back to an ‘as new’ finish at any
time.
Jensen Outdoor’s Ipe furniture
comes pre-stained with Penofin
®
Verde Oil Finish which protects and
conditions the wood to prevent
absorbtion of moisture.
Although Ipe is naturally stable,
small checks in the surface (minus-
cule openings of the wood grain at
the ends) may appear if the furni-
ture is placed in a very dry or sunny
environment. Superficial checking is
a natural occurance resulting from
moisture loss and in no way aects
the structural integrity and longev-
ity of the furniture, and will in fact
disappear when the environment
becomes moist.
IPE WOOD
EASY CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Jensen Outdoor is proud to provide the highest-quality Ipe wood furniture available on
the market today. Ipe wood, a natural material, is durable and easy to care for. Read
the following instructions to learn how to protect, clean, restore, and revive your Ipe
wood furniture.
HOW TO CARE FOR IPE WOOD
When You First Bring Your Furniture Home
Protecting New and Newly Cleaned Ipe Furniture
• In a ventilated area, apply
Wood Shield
to all clean Ipe surfaces to further
protect against water and food stains, then enjoy your new set outside.
If Spills, Dirt, or Dust Occur
As Needed Cleaning Instructions
• Wash your Ipe wood surfaces with a soft towel and mild dish soap, then
rinse clean with water. Once complete, allow to dry.
Easy Ipe Color Restoration
While many appreciate the refined silver patina that Ipe wood develops over
time, your furniture can easily be restored to an ‘as new’ finish at any time.
Restore The Deep Chocolate-Brown ‘As New’ Finish
To restore the ‘as new’ chocolate brown finish of Ipe wood, follow our simple
color-restoration process:
1. To prepare Ipe for a UV-protective coat of
Penofin
®
Verde
Oil Finish, use
Penofin
®
Pro-Tech Wood Cleaner
to remove surface dirt, then rinse o with
water.
2. To brighten and re-establish the pH balance of Ipe wood to best accept
the
Penofin
®
Verde
Oil Finish, use
Penofin
®
Pro-Tech Wood Brightener,
then
rinse o with water and allow to dry completely.
3. Apply
Penofin
®
Verde
Oil Finish as directed on the can, letting it penetrate
for 30 minutes.
4. To remove excess oil finish that hasn’t been absorbed by the wood, rub
the Ipe surface with smooth rags until dry to the touch. Dispose of rags in
a metal bucket of water to avoid spontaneous combustion.
5. After completely dry, apply
Wood Shield
to timber to provide additional
protection against water and food stains.
Ipe ‘As New’
Ipe Weathered
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2
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Ipe Troubleshooting
If Ipe Furniture Has an Inappropriate Finish or Excessive Stain Buildup
Ipe furniture is meant to last for many years, however, during that long life an
inappropriate paint or stain may be applied. If your Ipe furniture needs to be
stripped and restored to the ‘as new’ finish, follow these steps:
1. Apply
Penofin
®
Pro-Tech Wood Stripper
to a clean dry surface, following
directions on the can.
2. Apply
Penofin
®
Pro-Tech Wood Cleaner
and then allow to dry.
3. Apply
Penofin
®
Pro-Tech Wood Brightener
and then allow to dry.
4. Apply
Penofin
®
Verde Oil Finish
and allow to dry.
5. For the final protective coating, apply Ipe
Wood Shield
and allow to dry.
Then enjoy your furniture ‘as new’ for an entire season.
Winter Storage
Ipe furniture withstands the cold temperatures of winter just fine. You can
leave your furniture uncovered outdoors and simply restore to an ‘as new’
finish with the steps above when the weather warms again. See cushion care
sheet for cushion winter storage tips.
Helpful Hints
Do not apply Penofin
®
products
when wood is hot to the touch or
close to freezing.
Always perform maintenance in a
well ventilated area and allow Ipe
wood to dry completely between
steps.
Rub o residue of care products be-
fore they are allowed to dry on the
Ipe surface and become ‘tacky’.
Protect the metal or woven surfaces
of your furniture during Ipe-specific
cleaning and oiling.
Prepare the work area by damp-
ening surrounding vegetation with
water. A tarp covering the ground
underneath the furniture is recom-
mended to catch any substances
washed o of the furniture during
cleaning and treatment.
Do not blend or thin Penofin
®
products with other products
unless explicitly instructed on the
packaging.
Wood Shield helps to seal in existing
color and state of the wood,
protecting against fading or stains
from spills.
Penofin
®
Verde is a natural oil
based wood stain that brings out
the deep-chocolate hue of Ipe. To
keep an ‘as-new’ finish reapply as
needed.
A power sprayer or washer is
not recommended to clean Ipe
wood. If too much water pressure
is applied the wood finish may be
harmed.
Stripping Ipe wood should only be
done if an inappropriate finish was
applied or in other extreme cases.
WARNING: Dispose of rags used to
wipe o Penfin
®
Verde Oil Finish in
a metal bucket of water to avoid
spontaneous combustion and
dispose of in accordance with local
regulations.
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About Viro
®
Fiber
Made of high-density polyethylene,
Viro
®
Fiber is completely colored
throughout, smudge-proof, and
resistant to the eects of significant
temperature variations.
The fiber has been proven in labo-
ratory tests to withstand continuous
UV exposure for 3 years.
To achieve the distinctive woven
patterns featured in Jensen
Outdoor’s collections, each frame
is expertly handwoven around
strong but light commercial-grade
powder-coated aluminum frames
allowing the fiber to ergonomically
conform to your shape, providing
supreme comfort and sublime
relaxation.
Viro
®
Fiber is non-toxic and recy-
cleable, does not contain PVC and
is made from 100% high-density
polyethylene. These factors com-
bine to make Viro
®
Fiber exception-
ally environmentally friendly.
WOVEN VIRO
®
FIBER
EASY CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Jensen Outdoor is proud to provide the highest-quality outdoor woven materials avail-
able on the market today. All of the Viro
®
Fiber handwoven material featured in Jensen
Outdoor furniture are carefully selected for their virtually carefree maintenance and
outstanding durability. Read the following instructions to clean yours.
HOW TO CARE FOR WOVEN VIRO
®
FIBER
When You First Bring Your Furniture Home
Nearly Maintenance Free Viro
®
Fiber
Woven Viro
®
Fiber furniture from Jensen Outdoor is virtually maintenance-free.
To keep your furniture at its best, follow these simple guidelines:
• To remove dust, simply clean with a bristle brush and/or lightly rinse with
water as needed.
If Pollens, Stains, Etc. Occur
Recommended When Necessary Light Cleaning
1. Prepare surface by removing dust with a bristle brush.
2. Gently clean with warm water and a non-foaming soap or mild detergent.
Alcohol-based, oil-based and other harsh cleaners are not recommended.
Viro
®
Fiber
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About Sunbrella
®
Fabrics
Sunbrella
®
fabrics have become the
choice of discerning outdoor de-
signers, discriminating homeowners
and Jensen Outdoor for its luxurious
outdoor furniture.
Sunbrella
®
fabrics are the high-
est-quality decorative fabrics
designed for extraordinary perfor-
mance and long-lasting beauty.
Their solution-dyed acrylic fibers
are colored all the way through
allowing for rich, vivid colors that
withstand weather, water, fading,
dulling and the test of time.
SUNBRELLA
®
EASY CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Jensen Outdoor is proud to provide the highest-quality outdoor cushion fabrics available
on the market today. All of the Sunbrella
®
fabrics featured in Jensen Outdoor furniture
are carefully selected for their virtually carefree maintenance and outstanding durabili-
ty. Read the following instructions to clean yours.
HOW TO CARE FOR SUNBRELLA
®
FABRICS
When You First Bring Your Furniture Home
Protecting New and Newly Cleaned Sunbrella
®
Fabric
•
Fabric Protector
makes cushion fabric repellent to water and dirt and inhib-
its the growth of mold and mildew while assisting in the prevention of stains.
• In a ventilated area, apply
Fabric Protector
to all dry and clean Sunbrella
®
fabric surfaces until soaked, then let dry completely.
Reapply to clean surfaces 1x per year or after cleaning.
If Spills, Dirt, or Dust Occur
Easy Care Instructions
The best and simplest way to preserve the beauty, comfort and performance
of Sunbrella
®
fabric is by brushing o any dirt before it gets entrenched, as
well as by cleaning up any spills or stains with soap and water shortly after
they occur when they are easiest to remove.
To keep your Sunbrella
®
fabric looking good and lasting longer, follow these
simple guidelines:
Hand Wash
• Moisten fabric surfaces with a sponge or wet towel then spray a light mist
of
Fabric Cleaner
over the entire surface of the fabric.
• Use a sponge or a clean towel to gently break up any stains.
• Rinse fabric completely to remove all soapy residue.
• Let fabric air dry completely.
ALTERNATIVELY: You can prepare a cleaning solution of ¼ cup mild soap per
gallon of warm water and place the cleaning solution into a spray bottle.
Machine Wash
CAUTION: Although Sunbrella
®
fabrics machine wash just fine, we recom-
mend that you handwash your outdoor cushions due to the fitted nature of
the fabric to the cushion and diculty most have with re-covering the cush-
ions, unless experienced in the process.
• Begin by removing the Sunbrella
®
fabric covers o of the cushions and then
making sure to close all zippers.
• Machine wash in cold water on the delicate cycle with a regular amount
of mild laundry detergent.
• Let fabric air dry completely. DO NOT dry in automatic dryer.
Sunbrella
®
Fabric
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3
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Sunbrella
®
Fabric Tough Stain Removal
Removing Mold and Mildew Stains
While Sunbrella
®
fabrics do not naturally promote the growth of mildew,
please be aware that mildew may grow on any dirt or unfamiliar substances
that collect on the fabric and are not promptly removed.
• Create a cleaning solution of ¼ cup dishwashing liquid and 1 cup bleach
per gallon of water. For severe mold or mildew growth, the amount of
bleach may be increased.
• Pour the cleaning solution into a spray bottle.
• Spray the entire surface area, as it is best to clean the complete surface of
the fabric to prevent any water rings or stains from forming.
• Let the cleaning solution penetrate into the fabric for 15 minutes.
• Clean the complete area with a clean towel, a sponge or a very soft-bris-
tled brush.
• Rinse the area well with water to eliminate any soapy residue.
• Let fabric air dry completely.
Bird Droppings, Coee, Tea, Cola, Ketchup or Mustard Stains
• Create a cleaning solution of ¼ cup dishwashing liquid and 1 cup
bleach per gallon of water.
• Proceed with cleaning directions for Handwashing.
Removing Wine Stains
• Create a cleaning solution of ¼ cup dishwashing liquid, ⅓ cup white vin-
egar and ½ - 1 cup hydrogen peroxide or isopropyl alcohol per gallon of
water.
• Proceed with cleaning directions for Handwashing.
Removing Beer, Food Color, Vomit or Urine Stains
• Create a cleaning solution of ¼ cup dishwashing liquid and ⅓ white vine-
gar per gallon of water.
• Proceed with cleaning directions for Handwashing.
Removing Blood Stains
• Create a cleaning solution of ¼ cup dishwashing liquid and ½ -1 cup am-
monia per gallon of water.
• Proceed with cleaning directions for Handwashing. Clean any remaining
with dishwashing liquid and water.
Helpful Hints
Before using cleaning solutions,
put on eye protection and rubber
gloves.
If hand washing, always clean in
well ventilated areas.
Reapply fabric protector after
each cleaning to ensure maximum
protection.
If stains persist, simply repeat the
cleaning process and allow for a
longer soaking time for the cleaning
solution.
Keep cleaning solutions in a dry,
temperature controlled space
away from the reach of children
or pets.
Always read the instructions on the
bottle or can before proceeding.
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Sunbrella
®
Fabric Tough Stain Removal (Continued)
Butter, Oil, Grease, Salad Dressing, Suntan Lotion or Paint Stains
• Apply cornstarch onto the stain as an absorbent.
• Remove excess with a straight edge.
• Clean any remaining with dishwashing liquid and water.
• Proceed with cleaning directions for Handwashing.
Removing Chocolate Stains
• Create a cleaning solution of ¼ cup dishwashing liquid and ½ cup of hy-
drogen peroxide per gallon of water.
• Proceed with cleaning directions for Handwashing.
Removing Wax Stains
• Cover wax stain with a towel.
• Apply a heated iron over the towel.
• Remove towel and treat the remaining stain with isopropyl alcohol.
• Create a cleaning solution of ¼ cup dishwashing liquid per gallon of water.
• Proceed with cleaning directions for Handwashing.
Removing Chewing Gum or Crayon Stains
• Treat the stain with isopropyl alcohol.
• Create a cleaning solution of ¼ cup dishwashing liquid per gallon of water.
• Proceed with cleaning directions for Handwashing.
Removing Ink or Nail Polish Stains
• Treat the stain with 100% acetone.
• Clean with mild soap and water.
• Rinse the stain thoroughly.
Helpful Hints
Before using cleaning solutions,
put on eye protection and rubber
gloves.
If hand washing, always clean in
well ventilated areas.
Reapply fabric protector after
each cleaning to ensure maximum
protection.
If stains persist, simply repeat the
cleaning process and allow for a
longer soaking time for the cleaning
solution.
Keep cleaning solutions in a dry,
temperature controlled space
away from the reach of children
or pets.
Always read the instructions on the
bottle or can before proceeding.
