Process

Fermob & color, a range of possibilities

Outdoor spaces are a gateway to the imaginary. Plants, a tree, a shore, moments of sharing, of dreaming... An open universe, where everyone can express themselves, and that ultimately shapes an establishment.

Fermob’s philosophy is to foster this creative freedom. By offering a color chart made up of unique, fresh, intense, dynamic and classic tones, Fermob opens a world of possibilities, allowing you to transform your terraces into a reflection of who you are.

Our color chart is often updated with new colors and is continuously being worked on. We do not seek to cover the whole field of possibilities nor blindly follow fashion trends: we offer a coherent, timeless range which can be combined in terms of color and between all our product ranges. In a total monochrome look, in small touches or in a burst of color... The choice is yours, and we are here to help.

Methodology

Creating a Fermob color

Our colors are not randomly chosen: the shades are carefully thought out as part of a whole, in order to be combined but also to serve as beautiful stand-alone pieces. As such, they are carefully developed.

A team with a wealth of skills (artistic, design, merchandising, quality) works together to guide us in our directions: listening, detecting and anticipating trends, playing with colors and combining them so that they give your outdoor (but also indoor) spaces all the uniqueness they deserve. It is through numerous actions combined with creative energy that unique colors, shades and tones are created!

Texture, an ingredient of color!
Depth, brilliance, softness, intensity... Color accuracy also depends on texture. To obtain an accurate shade, Fermob offers smooth, textured, glittery, semi-matt or matt finishes. We are constantly carrying out research on the materials added to the powder used as the color’s base. Metallic, pearlescent, gold or silver particles are evenly or sporadically dispersed to give each color an extra sparkle!

Before being added to the Fermob color chart, each color undergoes a rigorous quality process in order to meet the four essential criteria for garden furniture:

> Resistance to UV rays
> Resistance to humidity
> Resistance to abrasion
> Resistance of pigment

Know-how

Fermob & color, integrated know-how

Fermob currently owns two integrated paint lines in its Thoissey and Anneyron factories, which are among the most efficient in Europe. They allow the brand to master finishes and offer consistent quality in terms of application.

Degreasing, anti-corrosion treatments, steaming - These are but a few of the 22 steps that follow one another on a 220-metre linear set up, constituting a well-kept manufacturing secret. Electrostatic application of the powder coating, followed by a firing in the kiln... These operations are so delicate that the slightest change in the process may result in a different hue!
Thanks to the mastery of this skill, Fermob offers long-lasting products, that are resistant to the sun, humidity, and whose colors do not fade. For long-lasting happiness... And a garden bursting with life!