How to clean patio furniture
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy your patio furniture. But after a long winter, it can be difficult to clean your patio furniture without damaging it or making it look worse. Here are some tips for cleaning your patio furniture and keeping it in good shape until next summer:
Before moving your patio furniture inside, take the time to clean it.
Before moving your patio furniture into a storage unit, take the time to clean it. Here are some tips for getting your outdoor furniture ready for winter:
- Wipe down the cushions with a damp sponge and mild soap solution. You can use a mix of water and white vinegar if you don’t have any mild soap on hand. Do not use bleach or ammonia-based cleaners, as these can damage the fabric over time.
- If there are spills that won’t wipe away easily, try using an outdoor all-purpose cleaner like Murphy’s Oil Soap or 409 Outdoor Cleaner & Degreaser to remove them before wiping down with a damp rag after letting it sit for several minutes (this will help loosen up any remaining stains).
- Use an old toothbrush to scrub dirt off hard-to-reach areas like armrests and corners where chairs connect together; simply dip your toothbrush into soapy water first before scrubbing away dead bugs from underneath them!
Start by wiping off any dirt with a damp cloth.
Get started by wiping off any dirt with a damp cloth. Don’t use a wet cloth to clean patio furniture, as this can cause water damage. Dirt can be removed with warm water and mild soap. A clean sponge works best for this task. Rinse well with fresh water and wipe dry with a soft cloth (paper towels are not recommended).
For any stuck-on dirt or grease that is being stubborn, use a mild soap mixed with warm water and a clean sponge.
- Use a mild soap and warm water to scrub away any stuck-on dirt or grease.
- Don’t use harsh chemicals, steel wool or a pressure washer on your patio furniture. These methods will not damage your furniture but they may damage your skin!
- Don’t use a brush with stiff bristles (like an old toothbrush).
Rinse well with fresh water and wipe dry with a soft cloth.
After you’ve rinsed the furniture with soap, rinse well with fresh water. Then use a clean towel or cloth to dry the furniture and brush off any remaining soap residue.
- Don’t use a brush! Hand-washing is gentle enough on your patio furniture that most brushes are unnecessary, but if you do want to use one, choose one with soft bristles that won’t scratch up your patio set. This will keep it looking shiny and new for years to come.
- Don’t use a hairdryer! If you live somewhere warm and sunny, you may like the idea of using a hairdryer to speed up the drying process at this point in the cleaning process. But be careful: too much heat can damage wood or plastic furniture—and no one wants that! Instead, let things air dry naturally once they’re clean; just make sure there’s adequate ventilation so mold doesn’t grow inside your home as a result of excess moisture buildup indoors after being out in direct sunlight all day long (especially important during summer months).
Don’t forget to store your cushions in the right place.
While cleaning your patio furniture, don’t forget to store the cushions in a way that will keep them safe and comfortable.
Store your cushions in a dry, cool place with plenty of ventilation. Put them on a shelf or in an enclosed box or bin with holes for airflow. If you can find out how damp the basement is in your house, storing them there could be an option—as long as the basement isn’t cold and dank. Avoid storing them near heat sources such as windows or radiators, as this can cause mold growth on both fabric and foam materials over time.
Whether you store them inside or outside, make sure they are completely dry before putting them away.
Whether you store them inside or outside, make sure they are completely dry before putting them away. This will help to prevent mold and mildew from forming in your patio furniture.
Also, don’t leave them out in the rain. Don’t leave them out in the sun. Don’t leave them out in the snow. Don’t leave them out in the wind or cold or heat or humidity (especially if you live somewhere humid).
Don’t let your furniture get rusty.
When you’re cleaning your patio furniture, you have to make sure that it doesn’t start rusting. You can do this by keeping the furniture dry and covered when it isn’t in use. If possible, keep it out of direct sunlight or rainwater. Also try to keep wind from blowing directly on your furniture as well. Finally, if there are animals or small children around that might get things dirty, consider covering or storing your patio set at night so they stay clean and looking good all year long!
If you take care of your furniture now, it will be in good shape when you get it out again next summer!
Here are some tips to help make sure your patio set stays clean and ready for the warmer months:
- Don’t leave patio furniture outside during the winter. If you live in a cold climate and have no choice but to store your patio set outdoors, make sure there’s nothing on top of it that could freeze (like leaves or snow), so nothing will end up stuck on your cushions when you bring them inside again. If possible, store it inside instead–either in a garage or basement. And if space is limited, consider keeping smaller pieces like chairs elsewhere so that they can still get protection from wet weather while larger items are covered with tarps or blankets.
- Consider buying tarps or drop cloths before storing away any outdoor furnishings; these will protect them from dust as well as moisture damage caused by rain splashing through cracks between boards or roof tiles onto furniture surfaces below
Enjoy your clean patio furniture! Head on over to Contain Your Stuff and grab a storage unit to storage it all in!
