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TOP TIPS ON HOW TO PROTECT AND MAINTAIN YOUR PATIO FURNITURE As we head into another blissful SA summer, we can look forward to hours spent in the sunny outdoors and in the comfort of our homes. While premium patio furniture has specific maintenance needs, there are a few general measures you should follow to protect your patio products. WISE UP The wisest decision you can take in protecting your patio furniture is to make sure that you invest in high-quality furniture. While the weather may be out of your control, you can at least take matters into your own hands when it comes to the durability of your outdoor furniture. If your main concern is durability, you may want to start by looking at metal patio sets. Aluminium and stainless steel will hold their own against the elements with just a little routine maintenance. If you love the natural look of wood and want something that you’ll be able to pass on to the kids one day, go with teak or eucalyptus – their unique natural properties make it them the superheroes of outdoor furniture. Selecting the right high-quality materials means that your patio will start out with a good baseline of protection.
COVER UP The best way to ensure that your perfect patio is as pristine as you left it is to fit your items with weatherresistant protective covers. Making use of protective covers is not only a convenient measure to protect your furniture from the elements but will also help you keep them clean and dust free when you haven’t used them in the off season. Applying patio covers whenever the furniture is not being used will ensure that cleaning will involve nothing more than a light wipe-off. It’s also easier than packing your furniture away whenever bad weather strikes!
Portland Wicker Sofa Set
CLEAN UP With outdoor furniture being used for more relaxed activities, you’ll probably feel less fussed about the odd spill finding its way onto your outdoor seating. However, it’s only wise to clean up those spills before they have a chance to settle in and become semi-permanent features of your prized patio possessions. We advise that you get into the habit of wiping down your furniture once a week and schedule a good cleaning session at least twice a year.
Panama Corner Patio Lounge Set
We hope that this guide has helped to inform you about how to shop for and how to maintain your patio furniture for decades to come!
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