Nurture Your Furniture

Nurture Your Furniture | Treating Your Patio Furniture Right Is the Key to a Lasting Relationship DO DON'T All Weather Wicker Cover furniture when not in use for extended periods. Don't leave uncovered during winter months. Covering will prolong life of furniture during winter months. Vacuum and wipe off dust with a damp cloth before storing for the winter. Aluminum Sling/Cast Aluminum Clean occasionally with mild Don't use an abrasive cleaner or power washer. soap and water, drying when finished. If calcium is building up on the aluminum, remove with a mild dilution of water and white distilled vinegar. Cushioned Seating Wipe up food or beverage spills immediately. Clean with mild soap and water and a non-abrasive brush. Don't Leave cushions out in winter months. Place cushion on side when wet to help speed drying process. Tip: Store cushions indoors in dry space. You can cover the frame only if they are left outside. Teak Don't use non-Penofin oils or spray polish the teak. Rinse with garden hose. Apply Penofin oil annually for a slightly darker finish. For a natural grey let sit in sun in normal conditions. Tip: Because teak produces its own oils, adding more can promote mildew growth. Wrought Iron Wipe down occasionally with a combination of water and mild detergent, rinsing with a hose. Touch up minor rust spots annually. Don't use an abrasive cleaner or power washer. Sources: williamsskiandpatio.com/ homeadvisor.com/article.ahow.Outdoor-Wicker-Furniture.15610.html Presented by: diynetwork.com/how-to/how-to-clean-and-paint-a-wicker-chair/index.html doityourzelf.com/stry/doea-outdoor-wicker-patio-furniture-last#b voices.yahoo.com/the-difference-between-regular-wicker-resin-wicker-10653865.html voices.yahoo.com/how-clean-outdoor-furniture-cushions-3081733 html?cat=6 williams tlc.howstuffworks.com/home/teak-wood-furniture1.htm housekeeping.answers.com/cleaning-products/cleaning-and-maintaining-outdoor-teak-furniture blog.teakyourshower.com/2013/07/ahould-i-oil-my-teak-furniture.html realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/outdoor-living/outdoor-furniture-ready-spring-10000001020818/page3.html http://voices.yahoo.com/how-clean-maintain-wrought-iron-3500113.html?cat=30 http://www.ehow.com/how_6038841 care-wrought-iron.html Ski & Patio Since 1875