The Funky Furniture Factory
Commercial Indoor / Outdoor Furniture
Why Should You Use Fibreglass Furniture?
During the 1940’s a significant amount of research was undertaken in creating and using fibreglass.
The first mass produced chairs using this highly mouldable tactile material was in 1950. This produced a practical, robust design that was easy to clean and suitable for both indoor and outdoor locations.
Fibreglass reinforced polymer allows a myriad of colours to be used in the manufacture of any product.
Why The Funky Furniture Factory Should be Your First Choice?
Our fibreglass furniture products can be used both inside and outside to great effect.
We have an enormous range of products from Cobblestones, Fibreglass Bench Seats, Tables/Chairs/Stools, Reception desks, Sun lounges and Planters and Pots. Well over 200 individual items.
These are all backed by our 5 year manufacturer’s warranty. In addition to this, should you require a special design, we will work with you to bring your dream to reality.
FRP structures have strong corrosion resistance, great integrity, and superb thermal insulating features. They stand up well to high temperatures, alkalis, salts and oils. FRP’s are currently used in the aerospace, automotive, marine and construction industries.
Our manufacturing partner has the ISO 9001 TUV quality control system in place. This means that all products are checked at various stages of manufacture.
9 Benefits you receive when you purchase Fibreglass Furniture
Fibreglass Furniture is made of a composite material formed from fibres of spun glass mixed and held together with resin. Often it is referred to as FRP or fibreglass reinforced plastic. The furniture is manufactured using the following process, the resin is mixed and poured into the mould, then brushed on the mould walls. Then sheets of fibreglass are placed in the mould over the resin layer to give the furniture structure. The fiberglass and the resin heat up and harden. This creates a product of immense strength with similar properties to steel, but at only a quarter of the density.
Lightweight
Compared to timber, metal or concrete furniture, fibreglass is very lightweight. This means that items such as bench seats can be easily relocated from indoors to outdoors or wherever you need them.
Strength
FRP has the properties of steel at 25% of its weight. It has a high strength to weight ratio. They use fibreglass reinforced plastic in the production of pedestrian bridges so it clearly stands up to these forces.
Corrosion Free
FRP is resistant to splinter and rot. Fibreglass is also shatterproof, resistant to salt, mould ,mildew and frost, therefore you can leave our furniture outdoors. It will keep on going virtually forever always looking great.
UV & Fire Resistant
The furniture is resistant to UV rays. Fibreglass reinforced plastic has great fire resistance as well.
Easily Cleaned
They really don’t require maintenance. Just a wipe over with a damp rag or maybe some light detergent will bring back their shiny appearance.
Safe & Non Toxic
Automotive paint and glaze are applied to the outer surface of FRP furniture making it safe and easy to maintain.
Recyclable & Highly Sustainable
Fibreglass Reinforced Plastic or FRP can be recycled. Varied techniques can be implemented to develop different components. These products can be formed by making use of recyclate material that is generated by crushing the composites.
Stylish and Elegant
FRP furniture will perfectly compliment your surroundings. Colours can be used to compliment or contrast with your decor. Fibreglass can be made to mimic all sorts of materials. They can be made to look like timber, stone, or whatever you choose. lf there isn’t something in our extensive range, please contact us and we will see if we can create it for you.
ISO 9001 & Bureau Veritas
All of our products are manufactured under the international quality control process ISO 9001. That means that every piece is thoroughly inspected at various stages during the production process. Bureau Veritas has been appointed by us to provide final inspection reports on all items leaving the factory thus ensuring that the products will arrive with the highest quality.