Even though it’s not exactly the right kind of weather for sitting outside at the moment, you might be thinking about doing small tasks in your garden each month in the lead up to the spring and summer months, when you can truly enjoy the outdoors. One of these tasks should be to look after your garden furniture, and you can do this in the following ways.
Start with durable materials
The trick for lower maintenance garden furniture is to initially invest in durable materials, such as rattan garden furniture. This type of furniture can withstand the elements, with just a little maintenance.
Keep your furniture clean
It’s easy to keep garden furniture clean if you do it regularly. A simple damp cloth wipe across the surfaces will get rid of any dirt, mildew or any other outdoor stains. Rattan furniture can be wiped softly with warm soapy water.
Treat your furniture
Certain types of furniture can be treated by coating with oil or sealant. Some wooden furniture may just benefit from a lick of paint now and again.
Store furniture away from the elements
If you can, store your furniture away in the shed or storage box. This way, there will be less cleaning to do. Certain materials are more vulnerable to the moisture or sun, so storing them away is a good idea in the first instance.
Cover your furniture
If you don’t have the storage space, Garland garden furniture covers will help your garden furniture withstand the elements and, once again, they will reduce your maintenance and cleaning.
