Furniture Care Information: Alexander Rose manufactures garden furniture which will last for many years. Over time, as part of the natural weathering process, cracks & splits will appear in the wood particularly in the end grain & to the lesser extent on the surface. The drier the wood, the more cracks will appear due to natural oils & minerals in the wood which evaporate due to exposure to the elements. As with most hardwoods, this is normal behaviour for any timber which remains outdoors. Our timber furniture is designed with this in mind & its strength & durability will remain unaffected. Wooden furniture can be treated with our specially formulated care products to give a beautiful rich finish & enhance the look of the wood. Alternatively it can be left to turn to silver grey, & this should be cleaned occasionally with soapy water.