How to choose Parisian rattan chairs for your spaces? The artisans at Maison Louis Drucker will tell you.
What is a Parisian rattan chair?
The Parisian rattan chair is a piece of furniture made from a natural and robust material called rattan or "rotang." Rattan is a pale yellow strip used to make furniture. It comes from several species of plants in Southeast Asia. The most iconic of these pieces of furniture is the Parisian rattan bistro chair, of which there are an infinite number of models. But rattan is also used for all kinds of furniture:
Parisian chairs are distinguished by their simplicity and ease of maintenance. They are resistant to humidity and their lightness makes them easy to move. These chairs offer numerous weaving possibilities and are available in various colors of your choice. Whether in cafes, brasseries, bars, or street terraces, Parisian chairs perfectly match interior and exterior designs.
What is the secret to manufacturing rattan chairs?
The manufacture of rattan furniture, for example, a Parisian rattan bistro chair, requires particular and precise know-how. This know-how is perfectly mastered by Maison Louis Drucker, the only and oldest house to work with rattan since 1885.
Depending on the model of rattan furniture you desire, here are some key manufacturing steps:
- Component preparation;
- Cutting the rattan canes to size;
- Sanding the surfaces;
- Staining the knots;
- Straightening the material;
- Bending;
- Weaving the frames;
- Assembly;
- Weaving the backrests;
- Edging;
- Installing the domes;
- Varnishing.
How to choose a Parisian rattan chair?
Choosing a Parisian rattan chair may seem obvious, especially if you have specific tastes in decoration. Therefore, you should choose your furniture taking into account several factors, namely:
- Color;
- Shape;
- The design and decor of the chair.
Parisian chairs can be installed in:
- Cafe or restaurant terraces;
- Restaurants;
- Outdoor spaces (garden lounge, pool house).
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The dining room: they offer a more comfortable seat in your dining areas. However, it's up to you to choose models with or without backrests depending on your dining room decor.
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The living room: they have the advantage of being able to adapt to indoor spaces like living rooms. They will bring a warm and cozy atmosphere to your favorite room.
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The veranda: your veranda's furnishing couldn't be airier than with pure rattan Parisian chairs. Thanks to their solidity and resistance to ultraviolet (UV) rays, these chairs will be perfectly suited to your verandas.
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The terrace: highly resistant to temperatures, rattan terrace chairs are ideal for gardens. Their lightness will allow you to easily arrange your terraces, in addition to saving you time for tidying up.
How to clean a Parisian rattan chair?
Rattan is an easy material to maintain. To clean a rattan chair, you will need a vacuum cleaner, natural soap, a stiff brush, and a little water. The steps to clean your furniture are as follows:
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Preparation: in this step, you must gather all the necessary equipment.
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Dusting: at this stage, you must vacuum the entire piece of furniture to remove dust residue. Make sure not to neglect the corners and narrow places of your rattan furniture.
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Cleaning: after dusting, dip the cloth in the water solution and wring it out. Then, you must thoroughly clean the furniture, focusing on stains with the brush.
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Drying: this step is important, you must ensure that your furniture dries. You can let them air dry.
If you have a pressure washer, a quick blast on each chair will do the trick in a few minutes.
As you can see,
cleaning rattan is a fairly easy task. However, it is advisable to clean your furniture on sunny days.
Are you looking for the best Parisian chairs for your
rattan decorations? Opt for Maison Louis Drucker chairs!
Thanks to our experience in the field of rattan furniture, we offer several ranges of custom-made rattan chairs. So, don't wait any longer and contact us!
