In this simple guide to poly outdoor furniture you will find out what poly furniture is, how it is made, how to select the right stye for your outdoor space, and how to care for your furniture once you make the choice to upgrade our outdoor living with poly outdoor furniture from DutchCrafters.

1. A Simple Guide to Poly Outdoor Furniture
While it may be impossible to argue the fact that an infinite number of possibilities exist when it comes
to decorating your outdoor space, it stands to reason that poly wood is the perfect material to use when
selecting new furnishings for your backyard or patio.
As a recent advancement in the world of outdoor furniture, poly lumber offers an alternative to traditional
wooden pieces, while providing an eco-friendly solution for plastic waste. And since it’s made to last
decades, you can be sure you’re getting the most from your investment in a backyard retreat.
As a leading retailer of Amish poly furniture, we’ve gathered years of hands-on experience that we have
compiled to bring you an easy guide to this beautiful outdoor furniture.
What is Poly Wood?
When you see an old milk jug or laundry detergent bottle that
no longer has a useful life of holding liquids, what do you see?
Trash? Recyclables?
When we see these bottles, we see furniture! That’s because
poly furniture is actually comprised of these recycled plastics
and repurposed to create a building material that is very similar
in appearance to traditional lumber made from trees.
Known as High Density Polyethylene, or HDPE, poly lumber is
comprised of plastic fibers pressed together using heat and
pressure to form planks, similar to wood that you would by at
the hardware store. This lumber can then be used to create
many different pieces, from outdoor decking and shutters to
furniture, planters and other décor items.
The finished poly lumber comes in a variety of different colors, achieved through a dying process, which
gives the poly a bright, uniform color that is present all the way through the plank. This means the color
will not wear away over time from frequent use or chips, cracks and scratches that plague painted wooden
furniture. Poly furniture also features a UV inhibitor, ensuring your furniture stays bright and beautiful,
even after decades of prolonged sun exposure.
Weather Resistant and Maintenance Free Products
Because of its composition, poly lumber is durable enough for life outdoors, in any situation. From the
salty air and blazing sun of a beach home, to the frost, snow and ice of the rugged northern winters, poly
furniture will stay beautiful for decades! (And most pieces come with a warranty to back up that claim.)
Once assembled, you can enjoy your poly furniture without the need for the regular maintenance that is
bound to wooden outdoor pieces. No more dealing with seasonal sanding and refinishing, sealing or
dealing with water damage, splinters, cracks or termite and insect damage. You can spend your time
enjoying the beauty of Mother Nature and your peaceful outdoor retreat!

2. Different Furniture Pieces and Styles
There are many pieces available when it comes to constructing
the perfect outdoor space. For those interested in having an
outdoor seating area to relax and enjoy Mother Nature or as a
gathering place for friends and family, our Adirondack chairs
are the go-to piece. Comfortable with a classic style, these
chairs will give you just the right place to sit back and enjoy
every outdoor occasion. Pair with a conversation table or
coffee table and add a few end tables to complete your look.
With a range of different color options available to you,
choosing the perfect tones to compliment your unique outdoor
space is easy! Choose a solid polywood color or customize your
own two-tone look and you’ll have a one-of-a-kind seating area
to enjoy with your family and friends.
If a Poly Adirondack Chair does not suit
your tastes, we also offer many classic
poly deep seating options that will
create a more refined look for your
patio. The included seat and back
cushions provide the most
comfortable seating area and will give
you and your loved ones the perfect
reason to stay a little bit longer! Mix
and match colors and patterns in your
throw pillows to match any décor!
Include the coffee table, ends tables
and some comfy ottomans to
complete the look, as seen here.

3. For those that love to dine al
fresco, many collections offer
different sized dining tables,
along with matching arm and
side chairs that are sure to give
you and your loved ones the
perfect place to have a meal
outside. Combine with comfy
seat cushions and you’ll have a
place that you can eat, sit and
comfortably relax after dinner,
long into the evening.
How to Clean Your Poly Wood Furniture
The main reason to build the perfect outdoor space is to spend your time
relaxing, not working. The biggest benefit to your new poly furniture will be the
ones that you do not immediately see. Unlike traditional wooden outdoor
pieces, you will never need to sand, refinish and reseal poly furniture. If
it gets dirty, which will happen from time to time, there are a couple of
different options that you have to make your pieces look brand new
again.
For normal cleaning, we recommend soap and warm water in a bucket,
along with a sponge, microfiber mitt or a soft bristle brush, similar to what
you would use to wash a car. Allow the mix to sit for a bit and clean the
chair from top to bottom. Make sure not to miss under the arms and
seat, along with corners where dirt will tend to build up. After the wash,
simply spray your furniture with clean water and your pieces are ready
for more time outside!
For heavier dirt, a solution of 1/3 bleach and 2/3 water can be used without affecting the color of your
poly wood. Along the same lines as the soap and water method, mix your bleach and water in a clean
bucket and clean the furniture as you would a car, from top to bottom. Spray with clean water and repeat
as necessary to restore your pieces to their original luster.
Another popular method for cleaning your poly furniture is with a power washer. We recommend not to
exceed 1,500 PSI for this method, as higher pressures may damage the material. You can use soap and
water, but it is possible to wash dirt offer without them, using a high pressure hose. You can also loosen
up any tough dirt with a soft bristle brush, if needed.

4. Most pieces are assembled using stainless steel that features a protective coating that provides a nice
luster to the hardware. If the hardware begins to show signs of corrosion at any point in time, wash with
soap and water, using a bristle brush. You can also use a commercial rust remover if necessary. Once
clean, apply an oil based lubricant to keep any future corrosion at bay.
If needed, you can also apply touch up paint in the appropriate color to your hardware, which will ensure
further protection in the future. Please consult your local hardware store for paint as needed.
See the DutchCrafters collection of poly outdoor furniture and also check our Learning Center for more
on poly wood and many other wood types.