Tropitone's history started back in 1954 when Mr. Bert M. Baker, Sr., a retired engineer from the Grand Rapids Chair Co. and former engineer for Lockheed Aircraft, moved to Sarasota, Florida. Mr. Baker, an energetic and creative individual, soon became bored with retirement and bought a small, local company known as the Sarasota Redwood Furniture Co., a manufacturer of fine redwood outdoor furniture.

Drawing upon his experience in both the furniture and aircraft industries and his knowledge of aluminum, Mr. Baker soon switched from redwood to welded aluminum for his furniture construction. From this small, inauspicious beginning, Tropitone was born.

Mr. Baker's goal since Tropitone's inception was to provide quality casual furniture built with a commitment to comfort, style and value. Throughout his years with Tropitone, Mr. Baker pioneered many design and manufacturing innovations; innovations which the Casual Industry as a whole has adopted and which are now considered "standard features" on all fine casual furniture.

Tropitone Limited Warranty

When used in a residential setting, Tropitone warrantees its frames for 15 years. The warranty is valid from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. When used in a commercial setting, Tropitone warrantees its frames for 5 years from the date of purchase. Commercial use is defined as use in a public area. Proof of purchase is required. If your Tropitone frame fails structurally during normal usage, or if the finish peels, cracks, or blisters within fifteen years (5 years for commercial use), Tropitone will repair, refinish, or replace the frame (with same or similar product if discontinued) at no charge. Parts and labor are included for the first 3 years (1st year for commercial use.). Additionally the following 5, 3, and 1 year warranties apply:

• For 5 years: Tropitone warrantees its vinyl straps for 5 years from the date of purchase. This applies only to breakage, not color changes. In the unlikely event that a strap breaks or pulls loose, Tropitone will provide a replacement strap at no charge (labor not included.)
• For 3 years: Tropitone warrantees its vinyl straps against discoloration for three years from the date of purchase. In the unlikely event that a strap is grossly discolored, Tropitone will supply a replacement strap at no charge. (Labor not included.) Strap replacement due to discoloration is at the vinyl supplier’s discretion. Solid surface table tops used in residential areas are warranted against manufacturer’s defect for three years. Tropitone will pay residential freight costs for the first 3 years in the continental. U.S. If the Stoneworks or solid surface top fails structurally during normal usage or if the finish peels, cracks or blisters within 3 years from the date of purchase, Tropitone will replace, refinish, or replace the top. Woven seat buckets used in residential areas are warranted against manufacturer’s defect for 3 years (1 year for commercial use.)
• For 1 year: Tropitone warrantees against fabrics on their cushions, umbrellas, and slings for one year against tearing, discoloration or fading. Additionally, Tropitone will warrantee the following for 1 year: Woven seat buckets used commercially against manufacturer’s defects, finish on coiled steal spring rocker mechanism, cushion fills, acrylic table tops against bowing and warping, teak components, glides, hardware, wheels, connecters, table rims, metal umbrellas, and umbrella bases. Solid surface table tops used in commercial areas are warranted against manufacturer’s defect for 1 year. Teak used in residential settings against structural failure for 1 year.

NOTE: This is a special-order item. As such, orders for this item cannot be cancelled once placed. To ensure your satisfaction, please call us with any questions you have prior to ordering.