Metal Bar Stools
Preserving Your Metal Bar Stools
Metal bar stools are durable and sturdy. But like all other types of furniture, it is not invincible. Over time, it will be susceptible to damage like scratches and nicks. Are there any special caring instructions for metal bar stools that you should know about?
Even well-built metal bar stools need some tender lovin’ care to achieve their maximum life span. Metal bar stools vary in characteristics as they are made from a range of metals like aluminum, bronze, wrought iron, chrome and stainless steel. Therefore cleaning them varies as well.
• Aluminum is quite strong for its own weight. It is ever versatile and would never rust. Caring for modern or traditional aluminium bar stools is very easy. Using an ordinary household cleaner, just wipe down the metal frequently to maintain its shine and presentable appearance. If scratches are found on the surface, buff them a bit with a light sandpaper or coarse cloth prior to applying the cleaner. In cases of small dents, lightly tap them out with a small hammer.
• Other metals such as bronze or wrought iron tend to be a more absorbent and softer than stainless less or aluminum. Cleaning these types of metals require a special cleaner that are made just for bronze or wrought iron. Using regular household cleaner might worsen the damage and make them appear worse. When purchasing metal bar stools made of these materials, see to it that you ask the manufacturers about how to maintain them and what cleaners to use.
• Like aluminum, stainless steel made metal bar stools are a breeze to clean. Regular household cleaners can be used to clean stainless steel bar stools. However if it has a glossy finish, it is best to use a special cleaner that enhances shine and brings out the shimmer in the material. Stainless steel made metal bar stools are quite durable, so worrying about dents and nicks are null.
Though caring for metal bar stools are a no-brainer, it is best to foresee accidental and unexpected damages. Give them a good wipe down everyday and it will definitely last for a long time. Also, fix and maintain only manageable damage on your metal bar stools, other major ones should be left to a professional handyman. In case of irreparable damage and you would need to replace your old metal bar stools, here are some beautiful pieces that will surely captivate:
• The Alston Paula Swivel bar stool is made from beautiful brushed aluminum. It is sleek and sophisticated with its round swivel seat and 30” seat height. The Alston Paula bar stool is lightweight and comfortable. This item is sold at All Metal Barstools for $84.99.
• The Brookside Diamond Back Bar stool from Hillsdale is a thing of beauty. It features a thick patterned ivory colored fossil stone veneer with powder coated metal bases. The Brookside Diamond Back bar stool has a microsuede seat for additional accent and easy maintenance. This item is sold for $179 at One Way Furniture.