Tips and advice

Ce que l’on apprécie particulièrement de l’été, c’est de pouvoir vivre à l’extérieur. Avec un pavillon Outdooring, vous pouvez prolonger ce plaisir douze mois par année. Voici trois avantages à vous procurer un pavillon quatre saisons. D’abord, en ajoutant un système de chauffage d’appoint à l’électricité dans le pavillon, vous pourrez y installer un ensemble de salon ou de salle à manger et l’utiliser comme une pièce de plus à votre maison. Puis, si vous l’utilisez comme abri pour un spa, le pavillon vous permettra d’en profiter en toute intimité et à l’abri des intempéries. Enfin, si vous ne souhaitez pas utiliser le pavillon pendant l’hiver, vous pouvez simplement changer sa vocation et en faire un espace de rangement supplémentaire pour votre mobilier et vos accessoires estivaux. Dans ce cas, ce serait une bonne idée de le protéger avec une toile hivernale. En vous procurant un pavillon Outdooring Trévi, vous vous assurez de passer un été de rêve dans un décor agréable et confortable.

When choosing an outdoor living room set, there are several things to consider. Outdoor furniture is not only about appearance, but also about functionality and ease of maintenance. Purchasing quality outdoor furniture means that we can enjoy a pleasant and cozy space that fulfills all our needs for years to come.

Lors du grand nettoyage de la piscine au printemps, nous pouvons souvent remarquer un cerne qui s'est créé au dessus de la ligne d'eau. Trévi vous propose 2 produits très efficaces afin d'enlever ces saletés tout en étant sécuritaires pour votre piscine. Le Vynil Net et le Off the Wall peuvent aussi très bien être utiliser pour nettoyer vos meubles de jardin. Ils sont bons pour le plastique, le vinyle et même la céramique.

Rattan garden furniture is a must! But rattan has to be of high quality for it to last as long as possible. Whether for a table, a sectional or dining table chairs, rattan resin must be of the highest grade. Resin has a molecular memory, that is it goes back to its initial shape all the time. You need to touch it and test it to find out if it has good elasticity and pliability. A low-grade resin will be more difficult to move and have less elasticity. After sitting regularly on the same spot, it splits more rapidly and won’t resist as much to seasonal temperature extremes.  Resin quality also has an impact on colour. At Trévi, resin fibres are dyed before being woven. Thus, if the resin is cut, the colour is still solid inside. The dye is not simply a colour coating; it also allows the colour to gain durability.  As for the texture, it contributes to light reflection. If your garden furniture lightly loses its colour with time, it won’t show thanks to the fabric light reflection characteristics.  So why avoid buying very fashionable rattan furniture? Simply opt for quality rattan and keep your furniture for a very long time.

The cushions of your garden furniture are beautiful; they add colours to your outdoor décor. What we really want is that they last for a long time and are comfortable as much as possible. Find out how to shop for quality cushions.  At Trévi, the cushions we sell are made of oleine which is an easy-to-maintain tight-knit fibre that allows water to pearl on the surface. To wash this fabric, simply use a garden hose to remove most of the stains. Since the water pearls, the cushion will dry rapidly. If you want to make it even more watertight, you can spray a product twice leaving it to dry for an hour between coats. During heavy rain or if it rains for several days in a row, it is better to store the cushions or protect them with a cover.  The cushions have to be comfortable. When buying them, beware! It is normal that cushions are firm at first, sometimes a little too much. If you choose a softer cushion, it will sag rapidly and won’t be as comfortable. So you could choose firmer cushions as they will become more comfortable with time. There are two elements to consider testing cushion comfort. First, it must be firm enough to keep its shape. Second, the padding needs to stay in place. Make sure to select a model with a small finish edge. Add extra decorative pillows on your garden set. Besides adding to your décor, they can provide a backrest and maximize your comfort.  Even if you are careful and wash your cushions on a regular basis, you might have to wash them extensively. Choose cushions with covers that are removable. Hence, you will remove the padding and handwash the inner part and be able to scrub the stains a little harder.  When shopping, keep in mind these elements to make sure you choose a quality design and you keep your beautiful and bright comfortable cushions as long as possible.

With its garden furniture collection, Trévi offers high quality furniture on all its lines whether equipped with different cushions, coatings and easy maintenance care. We offer rattan furniture, a durable material easy to maintain. For more information about rattan watch different informative videos on that topic. It is important to check the structure quality, for tables as well as garden salon furniture. When shopping, don’t be afraid to look under the pieces of furniture to know more about their structure. A quality structure won’t rust. Avoid steel as much as you can, otherwise you are shopping for problems. Focus on aluminum! Do you know the magnet test? Aluminum is not magnetic so the magnet won’t stick to it. Another interesting detail: different components are welded together to add more strength. Avoid furniture with components you need to assemble with screws. Quality is higher with welded furniture. You opt for a sectional? Take some time to examine if the different sections can be assembled. To have as much comfort in the garden as in the kitchen, strength and durability of your outdoor table are extremely important. Like you did when choosing furniture, you have to go with an aluminum structure. As for coating, Trévi offers teak furniture, a durable and strong hardwood. It also offers Polybois which requires no maintenance, and an anti-glare and stain-resistant tempered glass table that is ideal for families. You like to invite many guests at a time? Choose a table with an extension. Just open the table panels, unfold the extension and close it back. As easy as one-two-three! This summer, enjoy the outdoor life in the comfort of your backyard thanks to quality furniture. The only thing left to do? Invite your guests and decide on the menu! 

L’utilisation du pavillon peut avoir plusieurs vocations : pour se protéger du soleil ou des insectes, ou même pour recouvrir son spa. La dimension du pavillon ainsi que la qualité des matériaux de la structure et du toit peuvent influencer le prix. Deux options s’offrent à vous : le pavillon ouvert ou le pavillon fermé. Le choix des matériaux peut influencer la longévité, la durabilité et la stabilité du pavillon. Chez Trévi, les matériaux utilisés sont le bois, le cèdre et l’aluminium extrudé, qui est beaucoup plus rigide. La structure est pleine, ce qui la rend plus solide. L’aluminium est un matériau léger : il faut donc s’assurer de bien ancrer le pavillon au sol, surtout s’il est ouvert. Lorsque vous magasinez votre pavillon, il est important de vérifier le toit et de tenir compte de sa luminosité. En entrée de gamme, le pavillon avec toit en acier galvanisé est parmi les moins dispendieux. Il résiste à la rouille, mais il est opaque et ne laisse pas passer la lumière. Si vous désirez un pavillon qui laisse passer la lumière, optez pour un toit en polycarbonate. Les premières générations de ce matériau avaient une solidité défaillante, mais ce n’est plus le cas. Les nouveaux toits en polycarbonate ont 8 mm d’épaisseur et sont assortis d’une garantie de 3 ans. On peut changer les sections individuellement : ainsi, après plusieurs années, il est possible de remplacer seulement les sections endommagées (et non le toit au complet), une solution économique. Certains pavillons sont munis de puits de lumière, facilitant ainsi l’éclairage et la ventilation. Les toits en forme de dôme n’offrent pas de transparence, mais vu de l’intérieur, le plafond est blanc ou gris pâle, ce qui donne un effet de clarté et de lumière. Ce pavillon est muni d’un toit en aluminium de deux épaisseurs, avec une membrane isolante en styromousse de 5 mm au milieu. Idéalement, il faut déneiger le toit sur une base régulière. Si vous ne désirez pas le déneiger périodiquement, nous vous suggérons d’y ajouter un poteau afin de soutenir la structure. Ce pavillon fermé est équipé de fenêtres fixes avec panneaux amovibles, ainsi qu’une porte coulissante. Vous pouvez les ouvrir ou les fermer, selon la météo du jour. On peut s’abriter du vent, ou les ouvrir pour profiter d’une ventilation accrue. Les rideaux sont en fibre oléfine, qu’on peut facilement nettoyer avec un peu de savon doux. Le pavillon 4 saisons et muni de vitres en verre trempé, ce qui permet une utilisation prolongée. Les portes en aluminium s’ouvrent de l’extérieur et on peut également ouvrir la fenêtre de la section « bar ».

Outdooring has been the most beautiful decoration lifestyle for the past 10 years. It allows you to bring your life outdoor. Because summertime is short, we all want to make the most of it. Outdooring is a concept unique to Québec. Ten years ago, Trévi registered this trademark. The company had the greatest idea to invite people to recreate their house outdoor in a miniature size. Quebec designer Emilie Cerretti created difference atmospheres in four of our Outdooring pavilions. Let yourself be inspired! Our Moroccan-style Outdooring pavilion takes its inspiration after the Thousand and One Nights. Its décor integrates lanterns and candles to add a romantic touch. Ideal for a romantic evening for lovers! Also, it could be interesting to opt for a closed pavilion if you wish to add a TV set or video games for teenagers, or hammocks to create a relaxing zone.  Our Italian-style Outdooring pavilion features outdoor cooking. You started to cook on the grill and there is a sudden rainfall? No problem! Thanks to this pavilion, you will be able to eat outside no matter what the weather is. The Italian trattoria theme is welcoming and much appreciated. Red and green accents, herbs and a nicely dressed table make you want to share a good meal with friends and family. And what about the counter/bar? It is ideal for happy hour drinks or sports event evenings! By opting for a pavilion with a skylight, you take advantage of the sun during the day or can admire both sunrise and sunset.  Our Greek-style Outdooring pavilion brings you by the sea. Very relaxing, its blue and white décor reminds you of the Mediterranean Sea. Relax, take a nap or work. With this wide-open pavilion, you are still protected from mosquitoes thanks to the screens and from the sun thanks to its opaque panels. White curtains are calming and make you want to practise yoga, to paint or enjoy any other quiet activity.  Our Spanish-style Outdooring pavilion is very typical. With its festive atmosphere, the space is organized in such a way that it makes you want to enjoy a tapas evening during which you will share a long-lasting meal with friends. The large pavilion facilitates movement and can accommodate a long table to sit many people. And why not change the table and install a poker table to play cards or adapt the décor for an outdoor child's birthday party? In addition to creating a garden salon or a dining area under this pavilion, you could also use it to install a spa. In fact, at first pavilions were mainly used to cover a spa and relax in it whether it rains or snows.  In short when it comes to decoration, you need to dare… even outdoors! Your pavilion is a problem-free. Even if you don’t use it during the winter, you can leave your furniture and all decorative elements underneath until the return of milder weather. This way, the pavilion becomes the first room you use outside when spring comes back! You only need to open the door and relax.