Your first step for spring cleaning will be to gather the right equipment. Here is a list of what you will need:
Weather
Ideally, you will want to clean your patio furniture on a sunny day. Before getting your supplies together make sure that you are going to have lots of sun since your furniture will take time to air dry.
The Furniture Material
The cleaning methods that you use will depend on the material used to make your outdoor furniture. Wicker, glass surfaces and wrought iron all require different cleaning method.
Plastic, Resin or All weather Wicker Furniture
Wrought Iron Furniture
The potential for rust makes wrought iron a more difficult material to clean. You will want to start your cleaning process by inspecting for rust. If there is rust present on your furniture, you can use sandpaper to remove it. You may also need to repaint the furniture after removing rust. If there is no rust, then you can use 303® Multi-Surface Cleaner to clean it in exactly the same way as furniture made with other materials. (need to put a line in article to wipe down the furniture with a soft cloth. Rust can form if you leave water residue left behind unlike other materials mentioned above.)
If you want to take extra steps to protect your wrought iron furniture from the elements, use 303 Aerospace Protectant. Simply spray it onto the surface and then wipe all of the excess product away. Wiping it away is important to prevent streaking. Buff with a dry cloth to increase the protectant’s longevity.
1. Start the cleaning process by gathering your outdoor furniture cushions, decorative pillows, umbrella and other outdoor fabrics together outside.
If possible, unzip the cushion covers and wash them by following the instructions on the tags. You can then use your vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment on the cushions. Use the vacuum cleaner to remove any loose dirt and dust. With tufted cushions, you should be careful to run the upholstery attachment along the crevices and seams as well as around any buttons.
2. To remove stains, spray cushions with 303 Multi-Surface Cleaner and scrub with a soft bristle brush or damp cloth. Repeat the process if necessary. Rinse with a separate damp cloth or rinse with water. Dab the cushion with a clean, dry cloth to remove excess water or let air dry.
3. Your next step should be to spray 303 Fabric Guard in a well-ventilated area (preferably 70° or warmer) in a criss-cross pattern directly onto your fabrics until damp. Let your treated surfaces cure for 6 to 12 hours. The 303 Fabric Guard will help them to stay clean by resisting stains and water.
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