How to take care of terrace and garden furniture so that they last longer

The good weather is here and it is time to enjoy the garden, balcony or terrace. To spend wonderful evenings in the open air. Today we are going to see some tips that will be useful to keep your outdoor furniture for longer.

It may be that you have room inside the house or in a storage room to remove them from the street during the winter but, sometimes, they stay out in the open all the time. If we take good care of them, we will be able to extend their life.

Wooden furniture, always protected

If you have chosen wooden furniture for your garden, terrace or balcony you should take greater precautions. So that it does not spoil with humidity or the incidence of the sun’s rays. If you want a particularly resistant wood, those of tropical origin are the most suitable. Also chestnut, cedar or oak.

The teak wood supports the bad weather and has a natural look that will make your terrace look great.

Whatever your choice you can give your furniture a protective product that, without altering the wood itself, makes it more resistant. Teak oil, for example, enhances its natural hue. You should apply it when the wood is dry, about twice a year, and that way you will keep it beautiful.

Wicker furniture

To take care of your wicker furniture you can use a bristle brush or a vacuum cleaner to keep dust and dirt that stays inside the braid clean. The other day we saw the difference between wicker and rattan and told you that the latter is more resistant and durable than wicker.

In case it rains, it will be best to cover them to avoid damage.

Synthetic fibers

In any case, synthetic fiber furniture is the most resistant and simple to maintain. If they get wet, I recommend you dry them because when the water evaporates there is always some dirt left on the furniture. It is true that they are losing their initial brightness but there are also products that will help you retain their appearance for longer.

The option to cover them when they are not used adequately; so that the sun does not damage them (in this case it is what can affect them the most). Even if they have lost a lot of color, you have the option to repaint them. On the other hand, you can wash them with alcohol or hot white vinegar if the furniture already looks a little more deteriorated.

Steel furniture

If you prefer metal furniture, you have to take into account that it is a highly resistant material. But that it does spoil due to corrosion. In this case, clean them twice a year with water and neutral soap and even give them a protector for the stainless steel that will prevent the metal from worsening its appearance.

The fabrics

If your outdoor area has cushions, mattresses or other textiles, the sun’s rays can affect its color. Generally, they are fabrics prepared to be outdoors. However, this does not mean you should stop paying attention. In the case that you can remove, them by wash before starting the summer and at the end (and during, if they get dirty a lot). If this is not the case, the vacuum cleaner passes through the fabric.

 

And when the summer is over …

Now one last tip for when the summer ends. Clean your furniture thoroughly from all the dust and dirt that has accumulated in these months. Dust and dirt Store in a space that is dry and, cover it if possible. As I told you before, you do not have a place like that; you can cover them with some protective cover or plastic.