I’m a gardening whizz and my 30p trick will get your patio furniture looking as good as new in time for spring
YOUR garden furniture might be looking a bit worse for wear after the cold winter months.
But don’t worry, you can get your tables and chairs looking as good as new without breaking the bank.
As the weather warms up and more of us venture into our gardens to seek out a bit of sun you might be tempted to buy new patio furniture – but you don’t need to.
The pros from Furniturebox revealed some of the best cheap and easy ways you can revive your old loungers, tables and chairs.
A simple white vinegar solution can help remove rush, the pros told Express.co.uk.
They explained: “When metal furniture is left uncovered for long periods of time, you’re likely to see rust appear on the surface.
“Using household products like white vinegar can remove rust and give your furniture a new lease of life.”
All you need to do is apply the white vinegar with an old cloth to any spots covered in rust.
You can use a generous amount of the solution to help combat the rust, and since the furniture is outside you won’t have to worry about strong smells either.
If you have access to a pressure washer it might be also be a good idea to spray down furniture that hasn’t been covered over the winter to remove algae and dirt.
And even if you did cover your patio furniture giving any fabric seat covers a quick wash can keep things looking fresh.
Most chairs will have removable covers you can put directly into your washing machine, but always check the labels for the instructions beforehand.
To keep them looking new for longer you should always try to bring any kind of fabric cushions inside when the weather takes a turn if you don’t have a waterproof cover.
Other materials like rattan can also be prepped for spring in a few minutes with a quick wash.
The pros said: “Use warm soapy water and a cloth to remove dirt from the rattan frame and a damp sponge in circular motions to gently lift dirt from the papasan cushion before letting everything air dry.”