Which ultimately means getting your garden furniture out and making sure it’s looking its best. However, as Jimmy Englezos, senior brand manager from Ronseal, points out: “Thanks to a particularly wet spring [and summer], your furniture might need some overdue care and attention.” To give your garden furniture a new lease of life, Jimmy shares his definitive guide to giving it an overhaul, from cleaning to restoring.
.. “Properly maintaining and cleaning your garden furniture will help keep it in good condition, year after year,” says Jimmy.
“And if you’ve spent money on high-quality furniture, you’ll undoubtedly want to get the most out of it.” He says it’s a quick and easy job you can do just before the next sunny dry spell arrives, with various ways to go about it. Garden furniture cleaners – these specially formulated cleaners remove the build-up of dirt and can get rid of moss and algae.
Detergent and water – you can make a budget-friendly cleaning solution with household detergent and warm water. Vinegar and baking soda – a mixture of white vinegar mixed with bicarbonate of soda can create a fantastic organic cleaner. Firstly wipe down the surface, says Jimmy, using a sponge or soft-bristled brush to remove any cobwebs, dust or surface dirt.
Secondly, apply the cleaning product depending on your chosen solution; focusing on a small patch at a time, he says, and work in a circular motion, removing stubborn spots. Thirdly, rinse with water. Using .