Cleaning Tips For Outdoor Furniture Keep your outdoor furniture clean as always by learning some simple tricks
By VC-Living
Outdoor furniture not only increases the beauty of your exterior but also gives you the opportunity to enjoy some relaxing time with your loved ones or allows you to have some soothing time of your own. In addition to this, when you have the right furniture then having a nice garden and a place to be outside becomes a millions time better. But buying furniture for the garden can be difficult, especially when you consider all of the available options. Antique furniture is a great choice for outdoor living areas as their timeless style and authentic solid wood finish will suit any garden area. Traditional furniture has a look all of its own in terms of the finish, the grain that has been worn in and the overall designs and style. Traditional outdoor furniture will bring a classy look to any garden and allow you to take advantage of real solid wood, rather than flimsy metal framed garden centre furniture.
Regardless of the type, outdoor furniture needs extra care as they can badly be affected by the weather. The outdoor furniture of different materials need to be handled in different ways.
Bean Bag
Though it might be quite trendy to keep your bean bag outside but it is really not a wise decision. At the end of autumn, you get a smell out of your bean bag due to the exposure to moisture. The solution to this is to undo the bean bag’s zip and remove the outer cover for a good penetration. You might even put it in the washing machine for a wash only if the instruction manual permits.
Metal
Metal furniture has a shielding finish, making it resistant and enduring thus it doesn’t require to be taken extra care of. Just wash the synthetic top coat by wiping it off with a soapy detergent. You can even paint it topping with a clear metal varnish if required.
Timber EABEAN BAG Timber furniture require negligible maintenance as this material is both termiteproof and waterproof. To maintain the good condition of the furniture, use a firm brush to scrub off the oil and dirt then you can wash it off by using dishwashing and a gentle cloth.
Aluminium Aluminium furniture has a strong powder coat texture making it a model for an outdoor entertaining zone or pool area. This can easily be cleaned by using spray cleaners and then can be wiped off with soft towel. The excess can be washed off by using hot water. To get rid of the stains laundry soap can be used with hot water.
Outdoor Fabric The latest collections of outdoor soft fixtures, made of woven fibres, are almost unbeatable. To keep sofas, chairs, couches and cushions clean you just need to simply brush off any loose dirt. Another option can be to combine water and detergent or mild, natural soap and wash off any dirt with soft brush. Later it can be kept under the sun to get dry. To get rid of light staining a wash-and-wipe would be a great solution. It is better not to take the risk of unzipping the covers without talking with the manufacturer.
Synthetic Wicker This new and improved material is super durable and very elegant. A quick spray or a bucket and cloth to wipe using soap or detergent is enough to get rid of any dirt. Always remember to rinse all the furniture and let it dry under the sun.
To keep your outdoor furniture durable and strong you always need to take great care and protect them against every sort of weather. Caring for your garden furniture is easy with some initial caring tips:
Check Weather Resistance For Outdoor Use It is always important when buying outdoor furniture to know what you are buying is authentic, and whether it will be resistant to weather of all conditions. Sometimes you may find the ideal piece of furniture to put in your garden, only to find out that the type of wood isn’t suitable for outdoor use. This is when you can turn your hand to a bit of DIY and create the perfect outdoor furniture, from any traditional piece. Take a few tips on weather proofing your furniture and ensure that the wood is fully inspected first. Sand down the wood if necessary and take measures to seal any pieces of the wood with exposed grain.
Use Clean Sealants & Varnishes To Protect The Wood
Give your solid wood furniture a good coat of weather proofing seal, but remember that it may sometimes stain the wood if you do not use a clear sealant. Taking care of your outdoor furniture will be a simple process of inspection and coating of sealant every 6 months or so and will end up lasting a lifetime if treated well. When buying furniture, it is important to know what type of wood you are dealing with, especially with antique or reproduction furniture. You can tell by the grains in the wood and the cuts of the wood if you are dealing with a solid wood piece or a veneered piece of furniture.
Inspect The Quality & Authenticity Of The Wood Finish
Check the edges of all of the sides of the furniture and you will see if a veneer has been placed over the top of a cheaper wood. Always ensure that you pay a reasonable price for your outdoor furniture and understand their use before you purchase. Real antique furniture made of solid wood of all varieties will be priced on condition and finish as well as design, but you will be able to pick up reproduction pieces for better prices with the benefit of the furniture being brand new and under warranty. Take advantage of the summer weather with a traditional piece of antique or reproduction outdoor furniture to bring a new lease of life to your garden and outdoor living spaces. Though we love our outdoor furniture, but cleaning them sometimes can give us great pain. Continuous maintenance and looking after the outdoor furniture is helpful in extending the lifetime of your loveable furniture.
References http://vc-living.blogspot.com.au/ https://vcliving.wordpress.com/