Investing in new outdoor furniture is exciting! At Early Settler, our collections are designed to be loved for seasons to come, and understanding how to care for outdoor furniture from day one ensures they stay beautiful. Our Melbourne-based design team focuses on timeless appeal and practical functionality, using materials that are perfect for the Australian and New Zealand outdoors.

Here’s what you need to know about our materials as you choose the perfect pieces for your home.

Reclaimed Teak Cross Dining Table 400cm

Our timeless tables are crafted from reclaimed teak with a century of stories to tell. This solid timber is naturally rich in oils, incredibly strong, and durable. Over time, the raw, unsealed timber will develop a soft silver patina, which many people love. However, if you prefer to maintain its warm, original tone, you can apply a quality hardwood or teak oil every month or at least twice a year. For everyday cleaning, a simple wipe with a damp cloth is all you need.

Our timeless tables are crafted from reclaimed teak with a century of stories to tell. This solid timber is naturally rich in oils, incredibly strong, and durable. Over time, the raw, unsealed timber will develop a soft silver patina, which many people love. However, if you prefer to maintain its warm, original tone, you can apply a quality hardwood or teak oil every month or at least twice a year. For everyday cleaning, a simple wipe with a damp cloth is all you need. 

If you’re looking for furniture that can handle the elements with ease, consider our aluminium and powder-coated steel ranges. The Kace collection is crafted from galvanised, powder-coated steel, while the popular Santana table is made from powder-coated aluminium. These materials are designed to go the distance through sun, rain, and family life. For care, they are easy to clean with a regular wash of warm soapy water. To give them extra protection, especially around joins and welds, you can use a rust inhibitor like Guardsman Weather Defence Metal Protector.

If you’re looking for furniture that can handle the elements with ease, consider our aluminium and powder-coated steel ranges. The Kace collection is crafted from galvanised, powder-coated steel, while the popular Santana table is made from powder-coated aluminium.

Santana Extension Table

These materials are designed to go the distance through sun, rain, and family life. For care, they are easy to clean with a regular wash of warm soapy water. To give them extra protection, especially around joins and welds, you can use a rust inhibitor like Guardsman Weather Defence Metal Protector.

Kace Dining Table Blue Haze 165cm, Kace Bench

Our in-house design team creates outdoor cushions that are made to perfectly complement our furniture, offering exclusive prints and palettes. These cushions are upholstered in moisturer esistant fabrics, but to ensure they stay looking their best, it’s a good idea to keep them undercover when they aren’t in use. This will increase their longevity and keep them from fading.

Our in-house design team creates outdoor cushions that are made to perfectly complement our furniture, offering exclusive prints and palettes. These cushions are upholstered in moisture resistant fabrics, but to ensure they stay looking their best, it’s a good idea to keep them undercover when they aren’t in use. This will increase their longevity and keep them from fading.

No matter which collection you choose, a few simple habits on how to care for your outdoor furniture will help them last longer. Using a watertight protective cover or storing your pieces undercover is a great way to shield them from the elements. It’s also a good idea to periodically tighten screws and avoid leaving products in direct sunlight for extended periods to prevent warping or splitting.

No matter which collection you choose, a few simple habits on how to care for your outdoor furniture will help them last longer. Using a watertight protective cover or storing your pieces undercover is a great way to shield them from the elements. It’s also a good idea to periodically tighten screws and avoid leaving products in direct sunlight for extended periods to prevent warping or splitting.

For a complete guide to caring for every material we offer, visit our full Care & Maintenance page — packed with detailed instructions, tips, and advice.