Craftsmanship in Every Detail

Materials& Finishes

Durable. Resilient. Versatile.

Every piece of Ikonik furniture is built to live outdoors, through summer heat, winter rain, coastal salt air, and everything in between. We select materials not just for how they look, but for how they perform season after season in the South African climate. The result is furniture that feels considered from the inside out. Engineered to endure, designed to be enjoyed.

Powder-Coated Aluminium

Strength without the weight.

Our frames are built from lightweight aluminium finished with an epoxy powder coating — a process that bonds a protective layer ten times stronger than conventional paint directly to the metal surface. The result is a frame that resists chipping, scratching, corrosion, and UV damage without ever needing to be repainted.

The coating also refines the feel of the furniture. It smooths over joins and softens edges, leaving a sleek, warm-to-the-touch surface that’s as pleasant to use as it is durable. On aluminium, epoxy powder coating is simply the most reliable long-term protection available — which is exactly why we chose it.

Synthetic Cane

Woven to endure.

Our synthetic cane is a high-tech weave made primarily from polyethylene — a material engineered to handle everything the outdoors can throw at it. UV radiation, temperature swings, moisture, salt water, chlorine, even sun cream — none of it degrades the fibre. It won’t bleach, tear, fray, or lose its shape.

The weave itself is light and breathable with a natural, tactile texture that feels comfortable against the skin. It’s supple enough to gently conform to your body while maintaining its structure over time. It’s also UV-resistant, water-repellent, fast-drying, rot and mould resistant, dirt repellent, easy to clean, recyclable, and completely pest-free.

Furniture made with our synthetic cane can stay outside all year round, no covers needed.

Timber

Natural warmth, locally sourced.

We work with well-known hardwood species sourced locally in South Africa. Timber brings a warmth and character to outdoor furniture that no engineered material can replicate — the grain, the weight, the way it ages gracefully over time.

Each timber component is selected for its natural durability and finished to withstand outdoor conditions. It’s a material that connects our furniture to the landscape it’s designed to live in.

Tabletop Finish

Recycled. Resilient. Refined.

Polywood is a high-quality material made entirely from recycled plastics, giving new life to waste material without compromising on appearance or performance. It looks and feels like finished wood but won’t warp, crack, splinter, or rot — no matter how long it sits in the sun or the rain.

It’s resistant to moisture, UV exposure, and extreme temperatures, and requires virtually no maintenance beyond an occasional wipe down. For outdoor furniture, it’s the ideal combination of sustainability, durability, and clean design.

Outdoor Fabrics

Comfort that lasts.

We source our cushion fabrics from trusted suppliers with proven records in durability and outdoor performance. Every fabric is selected for UV resistance, weatherproofing, and colour fastness — so cushions stay vibrant and inviting season after season, even under direct South African sun.

The fabrics are engineered to resist moisture and mildew while remaining soft and comfortable to the touch. They’re built to handle daily use without deteriorating, ensuring your furniture feels as good in year three as it did on day one.