Inspired by Australia’s surf culture, Trent Jansen applied science to his design by researching wave formations and linear diagrams. Studying the energy and pull of spiralling water spouts as part of the creative process behind Tidal Dining Chair – an ultramodern outdoor dining chair – Jansen’s design intelligence is further evidenced in material selection, form and function.
The sturdy wire frame is expertly crafted into the gently undulating frames of the collection pieces. Tidal is a masterful intersection of raw material and a dynamic yet lithe aesthetic.
Upholstered cushioning for seating and lounging promise enduring outdoor comfort.
450mm seat height
4 per carton
SMOKE BLUE
BLACK ACE
COTTAGE GREEN
DARK BRONZE
MONUMENT
PALE EUCALYPT
PAPERBARK SATIN
SURFMIST SATIN
WHITE SATIN
WOODLAND GREY
BASALT TEXTURED
SHALE GREY TEXTURED
MOUNTAIN BLUE TEXTURED
BANKSIA LEAF TEXTURED
BLACK TEXTURED
BURGUNDY CLAY TEXTURED
CORE TEN TEXTURED
DEEP OCEAN TEXTURED
HEADLAND TEXTURED
JASPER TEXTURED
MONUMENT TEXTURED
OCHRE TEXTURED
PALE EUCALYPT TEXTURED
PAPERBARK TEXTURED
SURFMIST TEXTURED
TEAL SEA TEXTURED
WHITE TEXTURED
WOODLAND GREY TEXTURED
BLACK
SURFMIST
Tidal Dining Chair Pictured in ‘Oyster’ matt powder coat with Tidal Seat Cushion in Mokum South Beach ‘Sky’ outdoor fabric & Linear Table in ‘Smoke Blue’ gloss powder coat with ‘Light Grey’ Accoya timber tabletop.
Tidal Dining Chair in ‘Banksia Leaf’ textured powder coat, Tidal Seat Pad in Westbury Nassau ‘Granite’ outdoor fabric. Trace Dining Table in ‘Woodland Grey’ textured powder coat and ‘Black Marbled’ porcelain tabletop.
Tidal Dining Chair in ‘Surfmist’ textured powder coat.
Tidal Sunlounge, Dining Chair in ‘Surfmist’ textured powder coat.
Trent Jansen is an acclaimed designer and lecturer at the University of NSW, focused on creating honest and sustainable design and developing pieces that aim to foster a lasting relationship with the user. Gaining his PhD from the University of Wollongong under the renowned Australian art historian Ian McLean, in late 2004 Jansen opened his own studio in Sydney where he continues to design for longevity. Jansen was awarded a Venice Design Biennial Residency in 2022 and exhibited at the Venice Design Biennial in 2023. Working with Tait, Jansen has designed the iconic Tidal Collection, embodying Australia’s infamous coastline.
At Tait, we make products for life. Our products are crafted from high-performance materials designed to withstand the elements across our diverse Australian climate zones. We make design decisions with both form and function in mind, combining timeless and cutting-edge designs with beautiful finishes in order to elevate your outdoor (or indoor) experience.
Our collections are handcrafted from weather-resistant materials, making each piece a durable choice. In order to maintain their look and feel over time, Tait items need ongoing care and maintenance. The frequency of maintenance will vary depending on the level of care you want to provide, your personal standards and requirements as well as the environment within which the product lives.
Please refer to the care instructions relevant to the specific materials and finishes of your product, and take note of the warranty details to understand the parameters.
We finish making our products by hand, and know they can live a long and useful life when equally cared for in your hands. For those rare occasions where it’s needed, we offer a 5-year structural warranty (Australia only), made possible by the stringent quality control standards within our factory on Wurundjeri Land in Thomastown, Victoria.
The warranty does not cover:
Wash regularly with warm soapy water and mild detergent using a soft cloth. For commercial, industrial or marine environments we recommend monthly maintenance. Always rinse well with water, to remove any remaining detergent.
Avoid steam cleaning, pressure washing, abrasive cleansers, steel brushes/wools and cleaners containing chlorine. Avoid scratching the surface by dry dusting. Never use strong solvents to clean powder coated surfaces. Aggressive solvents such as turpentine, white spirits, thinners, citrus based cleaners, Spray and Wipe, and other aggressive solvents are harmful to the extended life of the powder coated surface. Do not allow detritus, organic or man-made matter to settle on the product surface. We recommend removing any buildup of mineral deposits leaching from soils and fertilisers, should it occur on Tait’s planters.
Rough treatment of powder-coated furniture can result in chipping of the coated surface; this is not covered under warranty.
Most Tait products come with protective fittings – stacking glides, bumpers, socks/feet and glides. These aid in protection against chipping and scratching. Powder coated chairs are designed to be set in place gently.
Touch-up paint may be purchased on request. It is advisable to repair minor nicks and scratches as soon as they appear.
When placing a furniture cover over a table for an extended period of time, it is recommended to first place an empty plastic pot plant in the centre of the table, then placing the furniture cover over the top. This will prevent the possibility of the furniture cover adhering to the table surface.
Should you wish to touch up any blemishes which may occur, please contact your nearest Tait showroom and request a Powder Coat Touch Up Kit. Please follow our Powder Coat Touch Up Guide (available under ‘Dimensions and Specs – Download Assets’ on the product page) for application details.
Powder coat is a decorative finish for indoor and outdoor use. While it assists with metal protection, it is not a corrosion protection in its own right. The components of Tait powder coated products are produced in either aluminium, stainless steel or mild steel.
The mild steel base materials are treated with two levels of pre-protection that guard against corrosion. The products are then powder coated to make the surface resistant to corrosion and suitable for use in exterior environments.
Minor corrosion spots at the weld joins – under table tops, bases and seat frames, may be evident on mild steel products. These do not affect the structural integrity of the product and are not covered by the Tait warranty.
Whilst every care is taken to provide the most suitable finish according to the use and the environment the product will be subjected to, Tait cannot guarantee this decorative finish against scratching, scuffing, chipping, fading or corrosion as a result of use in harsh seafront, extreme or environments where chlorine is present.
Tait offer a range of powder coat colours which offer excellent UV stability and are suitable for use in outdoor applications. Whilst powder coat offers excellent colour retention, natural fading is not covered under the Tait warranty. To ensure longevity of this finish please refer to the care and maintenance.
The warranty does not cover any occurrence of detritus, organic or man-made matter settling on the product surface. The warranty also excludes buildup of mineral deposits leaching from soils and fertilisers, should it occur on the surface of Tait’s planters. Nor does this warranty cover any product corrosion directly caused by aforementioned matter.
Tait assume no responsibility for product damage caused by the use of furniture covers.
