SUMMER 2012

Have yourself and Aussie Christmas with beachside Santa photos in support of the Humpty Dumpty foundation

Taking a fun new twist on traditional indoor Santa photos, local outdoor furniture company, Wintons Teak, is hosting family Christmas photos outdoors at Balmoral Beach. This community event will be held on 24 November, to raise money for children’s charity, the Humpty Dumpty Foundation.

“Australia is synonymous with outdoor living, so rather than getting this year’s Santa photos taken in a crowded shopping centre, join the team from Wintons Teak and have your Santa photos taken at scenic Balmoral Beach. All proceeds from the photographs will be donated to the Humpty Dumpty Foundation!” said general manager of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, Angela Garniss.

In return for a banknote donation, families can have their annual Christmas Santa photo taken at one of the city’s local icons, Balmoral Rotunda, between 8:30am and 12:30pm.

“The Humpty Dumpty Foundation gives so much back to our community and now is our chance to support them. We hope you can join us on this fun day as we raise valuable funds for a worthy cause.” Wintons Teak director, Anton Siswoyo said.

Much to the littlies’ excitement, Santa’s Little Helper will also be making a guest appearance direct from the North Pole, bearing gifts and sharing Christmas cheer with all the good boys and girls

Event Details

When: Saturday, 24 November 2012

Between 8:30am and 12:30pm

Where: Balmoral Rotunda Mandalong Road, Mosman

Cost: The donation of a banknote is requested

For more information: Please call Jessica on 02 9438 2226

Photos will be posted out to participants and will also be available online to make sharing pictures with family and friends simple. A complimentary teak frame will be provided to all participants, redeemable at any of the Wintons Teak Sydney-based showrooms.

The event is being held in support of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, raising money to purchase vital medical equipment for children’s hospitals and health service centres across Australia and East Timor. For more information on the organisation, visit www.humpty.com.au

Sponsoring the event is local outdoor furniture company, Wintons Teak, producer of  high quality pieces available in A-Grade teak, stainless steel and wicker. The Wintons Teak collections are available from the brand’s Sydney based showrooms located in Artarmon and Alexandria and are also stocked in Adelaide-based emporium, Transforma.

For more information visit www.wintonsteak.com.au

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Your outdoor setting should be as unique as you, which is why Wintons Teak have implemented an innovative mix-and-match element to their collections. There is a fluid motif that runs through every range, meaning that you can create your own personal combination of pieces that work perfectly together.

To help get you started, Wintons Teak have paired the main personality types with their perfect furniture match.

The Entertainer: The typical entertainer loves to show off their home to friends and family. They are outgoing and enjoy impressing their guests with their ability to host the best parties in the city. The entertainer needs an outdoor setting that is comfortable enough to recline on long into the night, but stylish enough to make an impact.

Wintons Teak suggests:

*Image features – left: Dale Setting, right: Kay Table with Merrill Armchairs

The Homebody: The homebody is happy enjoying their own space, reclining on their outdoor setting with a good book and a glass of wine. With the occasional guest, the homebody likes to feel comfortable and relaxed and isn’t too fussed on living large.

Wintons Teak suggests:

*Image features – left: The Dale Deep Seater, right: The Motu Low Seater

The Trendsetter: Always staying ahead of the rest, the trend-setter embraces the latest in design and innovation to make sure their outdoor space blows away the competition. Balancing the right amount of aesthetics with optimum versatility, the trend-setter always comes out on top.

Wintons Teak suggests:

*Image features – left: Salma Lumierre Coffee Table, right: Matz Armchair

The Classic: Renowned for their meticulous attention to detail, the classic personality likes to make a statement, without being over the top. Their subtlety is bypassed only by their desire to incorporate investment pieces that remain timeless.

Wintons Teak suggest:

* Image features – left: Solitaire Coffee Table, right: Kingston Chair

To assist with the process of opting for a setting that suits individual personalities, Wintons Teak have specially trained staff to help guide through their diverse range of product.   Designing and manufacturing each and every collection with painstaking precision, Wintons Teak is an Australian company that produces premium Teak outdoor furniture specifically for the harsh Aussie climate.

Wintons Teak is a premium outdoor furniture company that manufactures high quality pieces in A-Grade teak, stainless steel and wicker. The flagship Wintons Teak showroom is located in Artarmon and Alexandria.  For more information visit www.wintonsteak.com.au.

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Leading furniture designer and manufacturer, Wintons Teak, have put together some tips to help you create your dream outdoor space:

1. Size: The first consideration to take when shopping for outdoor furniture is the size of the space. Ideally the furniture should be placed on a level area of the yard to ensure the safety of those using it. Once this site has been established, it’s essential to ensure the area has appropriate draining, so that any furniture wet from the rain has a chance to dry out.

If selecting furniture for a very small area, consider choosing one of Wintons Teak’s space saving solutions, such as the Duke Setting. This bench sits neatly under the table when not in use, making the setting a great option for those that require a formal dining setting, but need to work with a limited outdoor space.

For those that wish to create a cosy outdoor refuge, but don’t want a lounge setting that dominates a small yard, the Kobo Modular Setting is the perfect solution. The Kobo has all the features of an outdoor lounge, including an ottoman and backrest, but has the flexibility to change in layout, from a classic straight lounge, to an ‘L’ shaped seating area and then to a large rectangular day bed. The Kobo Collection also includes a handy bench that contains a hidden storage unit inside the seat.
2. Design: Smart design can be overlooked – especially when there are so many unique and beautiful pieces available! Wintons Teak have taken the hard work out of choosing furniture with the implementation of a ‘touch point’ system, which ensures that every section of furniture that you are likely to be in contact with, is made of teak, opposed to stainless steel. This means that in the heat of Summer, arms, legs and backs aren’t burnt by the hot steel and in the middle of Winter, there are no cold surprises when trying to eat off your outdoor table.

3. Functionality: Oftentimes when buying furniture, people can overlook one of the most significant impactors on what piece they should choose – a piece to suit their lifestyle. There is no point purchasing a cosy two-seater lounge, when you regularly spend evenings hosting huge dinner parties.

Make a list of what you hope to use your outdoor area for, whether it be entertaining friends, relaxing with loved ones or watching the kids play. From this list, you should be able to decipher what sort of furniture would be best suited for your personal needs.

The Wintons Teak Kay Table and Merrill Arm Chair make up a modern and elegant dining setting. The table is large enough to cater for a big group and the chairs feature extra cushioning – meaning you can sitcomfortably on them all night!

For those with young children, the Wintons Teak Matz Rocker is a treat. This outdoor rocking chair is a great way to relax in the sunshine, while keeping an eye on the kids.

The Wintons Teak Manhattan Setting features one, two and three-seater lounges and an ottoman and is a great option for those that want the versatility of a cosy space to read, as well as a setting that can work for entertaining friends with drinks and nibbles.

4. Quality: Outdoor furniture should last a lifetime with minimal maintenance, that’s why Wintons Teak only incorporates the highest quality materials into their collections. Each of the Wintons Teak pieces have been tested under extreme circumstances to ensure they are durable enough to withstand the harsh Australian climate. They are scratch, stain, UV, rust and mould resistant and require no maintenance, except for the occasional wipe with water.

Don’t be fooled into purchasing the cheapest item on the market, oftentimes the price will reflect the quality.

Too add a splash of colour to your yard, try the Wintons Teak Salma Alu Stacking Chair. This quirky piece is sure to impress and comes in a range of bright candy colours that you can mix and match to style to suit individual taste.

The hand-woven Wintons Teak Salma Arm Chair comes in a range of standout patterns. Use one or two of these intricately designed chairs to add flair, or style the entire setting to make a real feature ensemble.

Wintons Teak is a premium outdoor furniture company that manufactures high quality pieces in A-Grade teak, stainless steel and wicker. The flagship Wintons Teak showroom is located in Artarmon, Alexandria and Fitzroy*. For more information visit www.wintonsteak.com.au,

*Please note: The Fitzroy showroom will be closing at the end of June, with a new store to open at Richmond in quarter three of 2012.

Media information Nicole Haj | 0417 303 146 | nicole@insideoutprcom.au Heather Anschau | 0421 851 788| heather@insideoutpr.com.au