Garden furniture can be made from a variety of materials, including steel, aluminium and rattan. Another common choice is wood and some of the most popular brands are made from that – such as Charles Taylor garden furniture. This blog will detail how to maintain wooden furniture.
Cleaning it
Cleaning your wooden furniture regularly is essential, as it will be spending large amounts of time outside in the elements. The best method for cleaning is to scrub it using a brush with soft bristles and some hot water with soap. You should only use a pressure washer if it is made from a hard wood like teak.
One practice to avoid when washing wooden furniture is detergents containing harsh chemicals. These have the potential to discolour the wood.
Protecting it
Even with regular cleaning, your furniture will still be at risk from the elements. Prolonged heavy rain can cause wood to warp or rot, while bright sunlight can lead to fading. The best way to protect it against that kind of damage is to store it indoors when not using it.
If you do not have the space for that, consider buying some Garland garden furniture covers. They will help to shelter your furniture from extreme weather.
A third measure that you can take to protect your wooden furniture is to treat the wood with a coat of either oil or varnish. That will make it harder for moisture like rain to get into the wood.
Follow this simple guide and your wooden garden furniture should last you for decades.
