What makes the steel legs weather-resistant?
The manufacturer uses a powder coating process on its steel which coats a bare metal object with electro-statically charged powder. It is then baked at a high temperature. Powder coating is the most durable coloring process on the market. It is better than traditional paints. The manufacturer also adds a hammer-tone finish which is a textured powder-coating finish that is better and more durable than smooth powder since it is resistant to scratches. • What is BIFMA and why is it important? BIFMA stands for Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturing Association. BIFMA sets industry standards for commercial grade furniture. Lifetime table exceeds all BIFMA standards. • How much weight can it hold? They meet BIFMA standards for strength and durability. • Will it fade outdoors? All products left out in the sun for extended periods of time will eventually fade. However, UV inhibitors help prevent fading and maintain the integrity of the polyethylene when exposed to sunlight providin