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Positive impact
H o t d i p g a l v a n i z i n g : t h e G e o rg e
C l o o n e y o f c o a t i n g te c h n i q u e s
Freshly galvanized steel has a very shiny appearance.
Over time and when exposed to the elements, however,
it gradually turns matte. This means it’s great at
camouflaging dirt, and looks better with age – just like
George Clooney. Combined with the aging, greying
wood, it gives your entire table a smooth, silver-grey
and timeless appearance. We still get compliments
from satisfied customers whose tables have been
standing outside for over 23 years. To this day, galva-
nised steel remains our second most-used material.
The specific process we use even received the
Cardle2Cradle certificate of the Products Innovation
Institute (US). And while galvanisation is an energy-in-
tensive process, the extreme durability and recyclabili-
ty of the steel more than makes up for this.
Most of our range adapts perfectly to any kind of
weather. However, there are some dos and don’ts
when choosing the right tools for togetherness. Only
choose white if you are willing to be more careful and
clean regularly. Even still, you should bear in mind that
nothing stays bright white outdoors.
D u r a b i l i t y r h y m e s w i t h u s a b i l i t y
Extreme durability is at the core of every materi-
als-based decision we make at Extremis. While the
average lifespan of consumer products is dropping
below 5 years, our goal is to set a new standard by do-
ing the exact opposite. In our view, the most ecological
product doesn’t have to be discarded or even recycled.
Apart from choosing durable materials, we also ensure
that our products can be easily maintained and – if
necessary – repaired. Local damage shouldn’t spoil the
fun, and disassembly shouldn’t require advanced tools.
In this way, torn parasol clothing or a cracked plank
can be fixed in no time.
