The 1951 Collection features seats and backs made from recycled plastic bottles (rPET). Slight variations in color are natural to the recycled material. Emeco’s lightly textured finish will reduce the appearance of scratches.

rPET Seat

Daily cleaning:
Use Windex® or similar spray cleaner, with or without bleach followed by a soft, lint free towel. Hydrogen peroxide-based cleaners may also be used, dilution level 1:10. 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.

Frame - Hand Brushed Finish

Hand brushed 1951 frames are clear anodized. 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.

All 1951 chairs and stools with brushed finish are bleach cleanable. Hydrogen peroxide-based cleaners may also be used, dilution level 1:10.

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. 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 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.

Frame - Powder coated Finish
For powder coated finishes, use a clean, soft, non-abrasive cloth, rag or industrial cotton. We recommend using warm water mixed with a mild soap such as Dawn. Avoid strong rubbing. Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly to avoid residue or water spots. Do not use abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals.

Emeco's powder coated finish is outdoor approved. We suggest cleaning with soap and water every two weeks to remove grit and other air pollutants that can pit the surface.

Glides:
Glides are the small "feet" at the bottom of each chair leg. Adding new glides - and making sure you have the right type of glides for your floor - can make the world of difference and breathe new life into your product. Learn more.