The outdoor area of a home, office or a restaurant can be given a better look with some good, well placed furniture. However, as outdoor furniture endures harsh weather conditions like extreme heat, winds, rains and humidity, it can lose its longevity and durability. Thus, it is very important to take care of one’s outdoor furniture.
Tips for outdoor furniture care and maintenance:
- Read The Guidelines- One should ensure that the furniture bought is suitable for outdoor use. The fabric of outdoor furniture undergoes a chemical treatment to resist moisture, stains and harsh weather conditions. Also, the guidelines given along with it should be read thoroughly and followed strictly.
- Clean Regularly- Furniture placed outdoors should be cleaned regularly. Being in the open, it gathers a lot of dust that can make it dull or tattered. Thus, a daily cleaning and dusting of outdoor furniture can contribute towards maintaining its durability and appeal.
- Washing- Wrought iron and bamboo furniture can be cleaned using water. Soapy solution or a light detergent can help in washing off the stains from the furniture. Also, the cushion and sofa covers should be removed after a few months to be washed separately, dried and then put back up.
- Keep Under A Shade- Direct sunlight can cause a lot of harm to the wood and fabric of the furniture. Therefore, it is advisable that the furniture be kept in some shady place, like besides a wall offering shade or under a big umbrella. If this isn’t possible, then it should be covered with a cloth during afternoon.
- Put On Varnish- The wood can be protected from dust and heat to a great extent by putting a layer of clear varnish on it. It not only protects your outdoor furniture, but also beautifies it. Varnish comes in many shades and may be chosen as per the color scheme of the furniture set.
- Paint The Furniture- Paint not only gives a good and bright look to the furniture set but also works the same as varnish. It protects iron furniture from getting rusted and wooden furniture from getting damp by heat or moisture.
- Store In A Dry Place- Standing water can cause wood to rot and iron to get rusted. Thus, furniture should be kept in a place that is not prone to accumulation of water.
Following these tips, outdoor furniture can be maintained and be used for a long time.
