Our Maison Louis Drucker experts tell you all about this timeless piece of furniture that transcends eras without showing its age.
What is a rattan bench?
Rattan is a wild plant vine that comes in several shades (from very light beige to very dark brown) and brings exotic charm. This material is as light as it is strong and resistant.
It is very often used for making benches or any other indoor or outdoor furniture.
Rattan makes the seat aesthetically pleasing by bringing a natural touch to the space it occupies. Generally, artisans use this raw material as is, without any transformation.
A natural rattan outdoor bench is an ecological piece of furniture that naturally finds its place in a garden or on a terrace. Installed in an open area, the bench is exposed to bad weather and temperature variations. To restore its splendor, it is important to clean it.
How to make your outdoor rattan bench shine?
The rattan bench shines naturally. To preserve its luster, simply dust it from time to time with a dust cloth or with a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment. Rattan furniture does not require special maintenance.
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For a simple cleaning: mix hot water and a few drops of liquid soap or a few flakes of Marseille soap.
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To degrease: use a solution of lukewarm water, possibly with a little soap.
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To remove stubborn stains: Rattan does not like chemical products at all. If necessary, use a not-too-violent pressure washer.
We advise you to do it carefully and slowly so as not to damage the rattan fibers. Then rinse and dry the bench with a dry cloth or leave it in the shade so that the rattan fibers remain taut.
Rattan and caning fibers shine naturally; there's no need to polish them with products such as linseed oil or turpentine, as it wouldn't be very useful and could stain your clothes.
Discover our Maison Louis Drucker outdoor rattan benches!
Maison Louis Drucker offers you outdoor rattan benches. Rattan is the ideal material for making garden or terrace benches.
Why do our artisans prefer rattan for making outdoor benches?
Our artisans prefer rattan because it is an extremely durable and sufficiently flexible material. This allows them to manipulate it as they wish, especially since they work it by hand in a traditional way.
They design and manufacture the benches by following ten essential steps:
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Cutting: this is done by respecting the different knots that appear on a rattan vine;
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Steaming: the poles are immersed in a 100°C steam oven to soften them;
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Bending: by this operation, the rattan is curved. It is given a shape using a mold;
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Drying: The bent piece is left as is in its jig for three days. The rattan will thus retain the chosen shape;
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Seat weaving: the techniques are numerous and varied and require concentration and skill;
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Assembly: the previously bent pieces are assembled to form the structure using screws and nails specially made for Maison Louis Drucker. The weaving of the backrests and arms is carried out on the assembled structure;
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Edging: consists of concealing the stapling of the straps on the frame, which is characteristic of the traditional aesthetic of rattan seats;
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Finishes: leg adjustment, dome installation, quality control;
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Varnishing: with products highly resistant to ultraviolet rays and abrasion wear.
What are the different Louis Drucker outdoor rattan benches?
Our artisans design quality outdoor rattan benches with enchanting designs thanks to
Drucker caning. Our seats favorably meet your increasing demands: colors and shapes.
All Maison Louis Drucker benches and banquettes are handmade and custom-made. Maison Louis Drucker offers a wide choice of models including:
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The Alesia bench: its rectangular shape allows you to decorate your outdoor space with a contemporary style. It is made without armrests and will accommodate as many people as you wish depending on the length you specify.
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The backless and armless bench: the basic caning gives it a particular charm;
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The Bastille bench: the absence of armrests is reminiscent of a bistro or cafe, ideal for hosting the whole family on summer evenings.
The
Lune (Chambord) bench is a model with rattan, sublime edging with prestige caning. Your friends will fall for the vintage charm of this furniture.
The outdoor rattan bench is the ideal seat to place in a garden or on a terrace. Whether in a vintage or modern style, this furniture adds elegance to the space where it is located.
We look forward to seeing you on our website
maisonlouisdrucker.com now to order
a bench. We advise you to combine it with one of our wide chairs for a personalized decoration.
