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We want to kill many birds... metaphorically, with only one stone. Don’t get us wrong, we are avid bird lovers (except for when they p**p on our furniture) and we would never really want them gone. We are just trying to prove a simple point that can transform your life into one of comfort by providing quality products with multi-functionality. Thanks to Eskom, we live in dark times so we thought we should highlight some of our products that can help you manage and live better.

The first one in this series is our illuminating heater- the FALO.

Yes, the original 100% Italian gas heater sports a dancing flame at its centre, which gives off satisfying heat and provides beautiful lighting. Being gas operated, Eskom can’t put a damper on your evening. No matter the weather or loadshedding schedule, the FALO is off the grid and ready to provide heat and light whenever and wherever you want! Having a beautiful, enticing flame throwing off hypnotic light is a bonus, which we use constantly when the power goes off.

The FALO is equipped with an electronic ignition, which makes lighting it a breeze (see what we did there?) All you have to do is press the knob and voila- the flame comes to life. In the colder months you can use a higher heat setting, whereas in the warmer months simply set the flame on low and illuminate without the heating option. The accessories such as wheels (included in the price) make moving the FALO effortless. The optional table makes socialising around the heater even easier. 

Well what if you are our commercial client, trying to lure customers in? With the FALO, not only will it provide heat and light, but it also tells your potential customers walking past- “Hey! We are open for business, and it’s cozy and comfy in here, please come in!”

Gas is not cheap and the FALO was designed to not only be more efficient than any other gas heater, but to heat its surrounding gently rather than at full burn. This saves even more money because we believe that one Falo will do the job of 3 or 4 mushroom heaters. Even though the FALO is generally more expensive to own than a mushroom heater, normally 4 good quality mushroom heaters cost more to own and run than one FALO. Moreover, the tall FALO allows for a 9kg gas bottle, decreasing the amount of gas bottle changes that saves time and hassles.

The FALO isn’t all brawn and no beauty either. The Italian made, stylish Aluminium heater invites people in with its bright illuminated flame. Playong on human’s evolutionary instincts, people will gather around the Falo, drawn to its warm and dancing flame.

Eskom power failures drive everyone equally crazy. With no light to see and no WIFI to Instagram, we’re blind and bored, and feeling very uncomfortable. And now, as winter starts to slowly creep in, no one wants to get caught without a heater. Fear no more, Mobelli is here and is fully geared to make your winter four seasons, the most comfortable yet. Providing heat, light, and a place to entertain, Mobelli’s FALO will help you fight against the cold and darkness. Eskom’s no match for us!

As the seasons swiftly change from summer to autumn, and the winter- you may worry if your outdoor furniture is protected from all the elements of the African climate. You’ve got nothing to worry about. Mobelli has you covered as all of our outdoor furniture is manufactured with the South African climate in mind. With minimal TLC, its durability will take you from season to season for years to come.

With most patio and outdoor pieces, you are required to oil, cover up, move inside, and other annoying tactics to ensure longevity. But not Mobelli furniture! We have ensured that our beautiful furniture can remain outside season to season hassle-free! Below are a few tips we’ve come up with to maximize your furniture use.

1. No need to cover up!

With colder weather fast approaching, South Africa will soon face cooler temps and rainier afternoons. Unlike most outdoor furniture companies, Mobelli stocks scatter cushions that are resistant to water damage and the threat of mildew and mold. Our cushions are naturally water resistant and are made with premium, important Sunbrella and Tempotest acrylic fabric. The acrylic fabric is ideal for all outdoor weather conditions- whether it is protecting against the harsh African sun or rainy days. 

Our beautiful and varied collection of scatter cushions in bold shades and unique patterns will have many options of wintery hues and shades for your to choose from. Mobelli’s cushion box is another great addition to your outdoor area because of its convenient storage space and look. The cushion box is available in either Ash White or Safari Brown to suit your personal decor taste.

2. Cleaning and caring!

Depending on your location and the type of furniture, different cleaning techniques will need to be used. Now is a great time to give all your outdoor furniture a good clean to get rid of dirt and debris that have accumulated over the summer months. If you are living along the coast, because of the salinity in the environment you will have to be a little bit more diligent.

If you are looking to buy furniture that is easy to care for, we recommend Mobelli’s wicker pieces. They are long lasting and weather resistant. They also lend themselves well to brightly coloured cushions and adapt to your style of home.

We also recommend our reliable aluminium outdoor furniture. Also low maintenance, the light-weight and modern look is a great alternative to steel furniture. At Mobelli, our Tesoro Collection is made of a unique powder coated aluminium woven with a new age rope like material.

A fresh approach to outdoor living with Mobelli.

Mobelli’s fully upholstered outdoor furniture collection is here! The Rivoli collection strategically blurs the lines between what can be places inside and outside the home. The attractive taupe sling material allows rain water to drip through the open weave, therefore- drying it out quickly. This emphasizes the value of hassle free outdoor living. JUST IMAGINE: you can leave your upholstered outdoor furniture in the pouring SA winter rain.

All too often consumers hire tile setters who present the lowest bids, claiming that they “have been setting tile for 30 years.” Uninformed consumers assume they are getting skilled tile and stone installers who will do great work. Unfortunately, a substantially low bid is generally an indication of inexperience — hardly the kind of person you want to install hundreds, if not thousands of dollars worth of tile or stone in your home!

Most installers have not had any formal training for installing tile; they frequently learn on the job from other installers, for better or worse, and many of them are not up-to-date on industry standards, if at all.

Consumers make a big mistake by going cheap on installation labor and not taking the time to qualify installers. The best way for consumers to help ensure that their tile will be installed per industry standards is to make sure their installer is either a Certified Tile Installer through the Union or CTEF, or that they are at least ITS Verified through the University of Ceramic Tile and Stone.

Certification is a win-win for both the consumer and the installer. First, it gives the installer credibility in the eyes of a potential client; and second, it gives the consumer some assurance that the installer knows and will apply industry standards on the job. Ultimately, certification leads to more business and helps installers and consumers avoid costly problems!

The ITS Verification course is a 4-hour online course that teaches industry standards for tile and stone installations. It can be taken all at once in one sitting, or in sections, anytime over the two week registration period. The cost is $150. Use the coupon code “NTCAonline” and get a 10% discount at www.UofCTS.org .

Affordability is also a key pillar of the brand. Mobelli have not increased their prices since 2009 - even though the rand-dollar exchange rate has taken a tumble. We would rather make outdoor furniture more accessible than out price it for the average home-owner.'