Question
How much of the POLYWOOD® plastic lumber is recycled?
Answer
Over ninety percent of our plastic lumber is made from post-consumer bottle waste, such as milk and detergent bottles or other HDPE post industrial material.
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What is HDPE?
Answer
HDPE stands for High Density Polyethylene which is an exceptionally durable plastic that has infinite recyclability.
Question
Is the POLYWOOD® color only on the surface?
Answer
No, the color in POLYWOOD® lumber runs all the way through.
Question
How much do POLYWOOD® Chairs weigh?
Answer
The weight of a POLYWOOD® chair is similar to that of a hardwood chair averaging 30 to 50 Lbs. each. This means that even in strong winds you won't have to worry about these bad boys blowing away.
Question
Does it contain wood or natural fibers?
Answer
POLYWOOD® is made from HDPE and does not contain wood or any natural fibers.
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Is it UV protected?
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POLYWOOD® lumber contains UV-inhibited pigment systems that reduces fading.
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Can it be painted?
Answer
POLYWOOD® does not need to be painted, stained or sealed in any way due to the durable nature of the material.
Question
Can it be sanded?
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Although minor scratches can be addressed with a light sanding, POLYWOOD® cannot be completely resurfaced using sandpaper.
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How do I clean POLYWOOD®?
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For regular maintenance simply wash the product with soap and water. For advanced cleaning or to remove fungi, use a solution of 1/3 bleach and 2/3 water. Fungi can also be removed using any readily available anti fungal product.