The Quickest Way to Clean Dust, Spider Webs & Debris Off Your Patio Furniture

A few weeks ago, it felt like winter.

Today, it feels like summer.

It looks like we skipped over spring entirely, and that’s not such a bad thing if you have a nice set of patio furniture in storage just waiting for the good weather.

The good weather is here, and it’s time to bring that patio furniture into the sun!

If you didn’t give yours a good end-of-season cleaning before putting it in storage (and most people forget to – it’s OK), you should take an afternoon to get rid of last year’s dirt and grime.

Your patio furniture can start this year shiny and clean, and you’ll use it more when it’s clean like that.

You invested in beautiful patio furniture, so make a time investment to keep it clean and inviting.

Below, we’ll share our expertise on the best ways to clean your:

• Aluminum and cast iron patio furniture.
• Wicker and teak patio furniture.
• Patio cushions.

An easy way to clean cast iron and aluminum patio furniture

You can get an average sized cast iron or aluminum patio furniture set clean in about half an hour.

They both clean up in similar ways.

Dirt and grime wash away easily to reveal the beautiful finish you invested in.

• Remove surface grime, like spider webs or dust, with a spray from the garden hose.
• Pick up a bottle of Tremclad Clear for scuff marks left behind after the wash. It’s a non-abrasive cleaner and is approved for powder-coated products. Just apply and scrub lightly.
• Although we recommend Tremclad, dish soap, water and a soft sponge can work too, as long as you’re sure to get every bit of soap residue off afterward – dish soap might damage the finish if left in the sun to bake.
• Spray your furniture with the hose again to remove the cleaner.
• Avoid cleaners containing bleach or (generally) anything you would use in your bathroom. They will immediately ruin the look of your patio furniture.

For the rest of the season, you can just spray your patio furniture down from time to time to keep it sparkling.

Cleaning wicker or teak is a little different

Resin wicker patio furniture cleans a little differently than aluminum or cast iron.

• Your best bet is to remove the dust and dirt with a vacuum and soft bristled brush.
• If this isn’t enough, you can try light stream of water from the hose and a sponge.

Soapy cleaners work into the weave of the furniture and break down your wicker furniture from the inside.

Teak furniture requires similar care when washing. A light touch with a brush or soft sponge is all you need.

Not that these types of furniture can’t stand up to the elements.

They actually weather beautifully under natural outdoor conditions, but scrubbing with soap and blasting streams of water into the small cracks isn’t all that natural. So avoid them whenever possible.

Your patio cushions are easy to clean

Good quality patio cushions are crafted to handle wear and tear, so it doesn’t take a lot to get out even the deepest stains.

In most cases, a J-Cloth and some Dawn dish detergent are all you need.

The fibres on your high-quality patio cushions are waterproof and designed to shed anything you throw at them.

So just fill a bucket with warm water, spray in some Dawn and give your cushions a scrub.

Because they resist fading, they’ll come out as bright and beautiful as the day you bought them.

If your patio cushions are old and don’t provide much support or comfort, we carry hundreds of fabric styles and can help you find lots of options to replace your run down set.

Maybe your outdoor living space is missing a little something, like a cast aluminum sectional or a wicker dining table, we can help you find the perfect accompaniment to your existing setup.

We can also help you find the perfect new complete set!

Stop by the showroom and test out your new patio furniture set today.