Outdoor furniture plays an essential part in homes and public places such as the beaches and parks. These furnishings provide comfort while engaging in outdoor activities.
 

InTouch procedures for testing and inspecting outdoor furniture in China are the most advanced and professional in the industry.  These procedures include detailed inspection of both appearance and function.

In development of these procedures, InTouch refers to the following standards, in addition to its own knowledge base:
 
ASTM F1561-03
This American Society for Testing and Materials International standard deals with the performance requirements for residential and nonresidential outdoor plastic chairs.
 
ASTM F1838-98
ASTM International created F1838-98 to provide performance requirements for outdoor plastic chairs for children. Tests included in this standard define static load, outdoor weathering, and rear leg capacity.
 
ASTM F1858-98
ASTM F1858-98 provides performance tests designed for outdoor plastic chairs with reclining capabilities.
 
ASTM F1988-99
ASTM F 1988-99 defines test methods to determine performance of plastic chaise lounges for outdoor use. Plastic chaise lounges are popular among sunbathers.
 
EN 581
The European Committee for Standardization developed this standard to deal with safety requirements for outdoor furniture.
 

• EN 581-1 provides the general safety requirements for outdoor furniture.
• EN 581-2 specific mechanical test methods to establish safety for outdoor seating furniture.
• EN 581-3 provides specific mechanical testing procedures for outdoor tables.
• EN 581-4 determines durability of outdoor furniture when exposed to environmental factors such as rain.

AFNOR NF D60-300-2, AFNOR NF D60-300-3
The French National Organization for Standardization developed NF D60-300 parts 2 and 3 to provide safety requirements and test procedures for children outdoor seating and tables.
 
AFNOR NF D61-062
This AFNOR international standard deals with the safety requirements for adjustable outdoor deck chairs which are commonly used in beaches, boats, and swimming pools. Specific mechanical tests are included in this standard.
 
UL 2040
The Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. UL 2040 safety standard provides specific guidelines in the production of folding roll a way tables for outdoors. This standard also determines performance through the various tests it recommends including tip over test, endurance test, strength test, and radiant panel flame spread test.
 
UL 962
This multi part UL safety standard deals with household and commercial furnishing. Part 4 deals with outdoor furnishing by recommending tests methods such as rain test and sprinkler test.