Is Grosfillex resin furniture safe to
use in a commercial environment?
Yes, Grosfillex commercial resin furniture is ASTM tested to 400 pounds
for indoor/outdoor seating areas. Certificates of compliance for ASTM
F 1561-96 class B (chairs) and ASTM F 1988-99 class B (chaises) standards
are available. These standards set a certain quality level for US manufactured
plastic chairs and ensure safety. You may request a copy of ASTM Class
B test results, performed by an independent laboratory, from the manufacturer.
Why should resin furniture not be bought at retail for commercial use?
The products sold at retail are for residential use only. Even Grosfillex's
retail furniture is not recommended for commercial use.
Grosfillex furniture sold at retail is labeled "for residential
use only" and carries a one year consumer product warranty.
What makes Grosfillex's commercial resin furniture different than the
resin furniture sold at retail?
Commercial furniture comes in different styles and colors specifically
designed for food service and hospitality use.
It is available only from authorized food service equipment and/or hospitality
dealers.
It generally carries a three-year manufacturer's commercial warranty
(depending on the furniture category) compared to a one-year warranty
for products sold at retail.
Other resin furniture manufacturers or importers market the same products
through any and all channels of distribution: retail and contract. Grosfillex
does not. Grosfillex makes a clear distinction between residential furniture
sold at retail for residential use and commercial furniture sold through
food service and hospitality dealers for non-residential use.
What makes Grosfillex resin different from other plastic furniture?
Some manufacturers use one "recipe" to manufacture all their
resin products. Grosfillex however, uses special blend of raw materials
for each product, depending on the product's flexibility, durability
and safety requirements. Also Grosfillex does not use recycled plastic
material to manufacture their furniture.
Is this furniture made in the USA?
Yes, it is made in Robesonia, PA.
What is resin?
Resin is a blend of several ingredients including polypropylene, calcium,
pigments and chemical additives.
Polypropylene, a by-product of the oil refining process, gives the product
its resistance to most common food stains, moisture, salt air and chlorine
It will not trap nor harbor germs, fungi or bacteria. Calcium carbonate
or talc give the product its rigidity. Pigments give the product its
color. Chemical additives provide resistance to static build-up, fading,
heat and ultra-violet light.
Grosfillex may also include polyproplene copolymer in the formulation
of furniture where resilience and resistance to repeated use is needed.
Is this furniture made of recycled plastic material?
Grosfillex furniture is made of 100% first quality prime materials.
Other manufacturers may use recycled plastic materials and/or excesive
amounts of calcium carbonate to reduce their costs and/or make the
product feel heavier. This practice always results in an inferior products
with no guarantee of consistency or performance for any type of use.
It also makes the product unsafe, more brittle, and more prone to breakage.
Will the furniture fade in the sun?
Grosfillex uses the most advanced ultra-violet light stabilizers to
resist discoloration by the sunlight, twice as long as retail-grade plastic
furniture.
Is this furniture packaged for LTL and drop shipments?
Yes. Grosfillex packages its tables and chairs specifically to minimize
the risk of freight damages. Low stacks of resin chairs on wide pallets
increase the stability of the stack and facilitate handling with fork
trucks.
Most retail plastic chairs are packaged on small skids, the size of the
chair footprint, only suitable for transportation in full trucks of that
one product.
Grosfillex is the only resin furniture manufacturer who also packages
all chairs in 4 per carton. This packaging greatly facilitates handling
and storage by stocking dealers.
Are Grosfillex molded melamine tabletops suitable for food service use?
Yes Melamine is the chemical polymer used to make ashtrays and dinnerware.
It resists scratches, cigarette burns, food stains, hot plates, repeated
cleaning and fading from the sun.
Are Grosfillex molded melanine tabletops suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. Ice, rain, snow, or sunlight will not damage the tabletops. Of
course, storing your furniture in a protected area during the off-season
will keep your furniture looking new that much longer.
Are Grosfillex melamine tabletops made of particle board?
No, Grosfillex tabletops are not high-pressure laminates of particle
board glued with Formica. They are molded from a material made of melamine
impregnated wood chips and melamine impregnated surface paper, fusion-bonded
to resist delaminating and water penetration.
What makes Grosfillex different from other resin furniture manufacturers?
Grosfillex is commited to designing, building and selling brand name,
safe and innovative resin furniture specifically made for the food service
and hospitality customer. Grosfillex is the only resin furniture manufacturer
in North America to have dedicated an entire division to this market,
with sales professionals, factory warehouses and specific products over
17 years.
Is this furniture available to ship immediately?
Yes, Grosfillex carries stock in full masterpacks at two warehouses
in Lebanon, PA. Grosfillex's quick-ship program allows an average delivery
time of seven to ten business days from receipt of the order, plus transit
time.
How can I clean Grosfillex commercial resin furniture?
Grosfillex resin furniture is easy to maintain by following these simple
cleaning tips. Use a mild detergent such as dish soap, mixed with water
and applied with a soft cloth for most common dirt and stains. Murphy's
Oil Soap® is highly recommended because it is chemically neutral.
Just like Grosfillex furniture! NEVER use any cleaner with an abrasive
scouring pad. It will scratch the finish which will make the product
more prone to staining. A patch test should be conducted prior to cleaning
stubborn stains or scuff marks on an inconspicuous area of the furniture.
Other cleaning procedures include products such as general, non-abrasive,
household cleaners such as Windex®, Fantastik®, or 409® is
often helpful in removing various stains. Armourall®, WD-40®,
Goo Gone® will often remove stains. A 10% solution of vinegar or
bleach is also recommended. Careful application of mineral spirits or
rubbing alcohol followed by immediate rinsing is also recommended. While
solvents are not generally recommended, careful application on sticky,
sap-like, or carbon-based stains immediately rinsed off with clean water
will work as a last resort.
Are Grosfillex umbrellas and cushions colorfast?
Grosfillex commercial grade outdoor fabric, when tested for fade resistance
in compliance with ASTM G53.96 standard, provides twice the recommended
performance of the American Casual Furniture Fabrics Association (ACFFA).
Grosfillex commercial outdoor fabrics are naturally stain resistant fabrics.
To maintain beauty and insure long life, wipe up spills as quickly as
possible with an absorbent cloth.
How can I clean Grosfillex cushions and fabrics?
Remove any loose dirt or particles with a dry, soft brush or towel.
Clean regularly with a mild soapy solution and warm water. Rinse thoroughly
with clear water to remove all soap and allow to air dry. The fabrics
do not promote mold or mildew growth, however dirt or standing water
will support these organisms.
A chlorine bleach solution will kill mildew or organisms and can be used
without affecting fabric color or strength.
Do not use pine oil cleaners. |
