How to protect & store your outdoor furniture before Winter?
Do you have a garden, balcony, patio, or rooftop in your home? If the answer is yes, you are truly blessed! These are the most beautiful places in your homes, where families come together for fun, conversations & tea times. We often see people add outdoor furniture pieces like swings, chairs, lounges, etc., not only to enhance the appearance of these spaces. But also to make these family moments comfortable & cozy. With the onset of Winter, this trend changes & everyone loves to stay indoors. During this time, it is best to protect your outdoor furniture and store it away properly so you can use it when the weather is suitable. Secondly, some areas receive heavy snowfall during Winter like Hunza, Abbottabad, Murree, and the Northern side of Pakistan. Therefore, store your outdoor furniture pieces before snow covers it completely. Today we will teach you how to winterize your outdoor furniture in the best possible way without much hassle.
Things you will need
WD40 Multi-use Product
WD40 Specialist Silicone Lubricant
Weatherproof Tarp
Cleaning cloth
Step 1
Clean your furniture
The first step is to clean your outdoor furniture pieces. Any dirt, mud, or food can turn into mold or mildew; if left untreated. Choose a cleaner according to the material of your furniture.
- For wood pieces, a simple solution of dishwashing liquid & water will help clean easily. Avoid using abrasive cleaning agents & tools as it can cause splintering & marks on your wooden furniture.
- For plastic chairs & lounges, you can use the same cleaning solution as above.
- For metal furniture places, use WD-40 Multi-use Product to clean any gunk or dirt build-up. Metal furniture pieces acquire rust. WD-40 Multifunction Product comes in handy in cleaning rust & corrosion as well. Spray it on the affected areas & then wipe it down with a clean cloth.
After you finish cleaning your furniture, allow it to air dry. Make sure to wipe down any excess water or moisture thoroughly.
Step 2
Preventive Maintenance
The next step is to do some preventive maintenance to ensure that your furniture does not get damaged while it is stored away.
- WD-40 Multifunction Product is ideal for preventive care. It not only helps to remove rust, but it also helps with rust prevention? The quick-dry formula leaves a thin, clear coating to protect your metal surfaces from rust and corrosion.
- Plastic tends to crack in cold temperatures. To prevent this, use WD-40 Specialist Silicone Lubricant. It forms a thin layer on the surface and prevents cracking or fading.
- Another great use of the WD-40 Multi-use Product is that it protects wood from splintering. Therefore, you can apply it to a piece of cloth & wipe your wooden furniture pieces down as well.
Step 3
Store it away!
For storage, there are a few things you should keep in mind.
- Cover your furniture piece with a weatherproof tarp, no matter where you plan to store the furniture.
- If you’re storing furniture in areas that might have damp floors, or if it will be stored outside and under a covering, be sure to elevate the items on bricks, wood, or some other object to prevent direct contact with moisture.
Conclusion
If you haven’t stored your outdoor furniture, get started right away! Follow our tips and let us know if you have some of your own to add to the list.
Disclaimer
The uses shown and described for WD-40 Multi-Use Product were provided to WD-40 Company by the users themselves. These uses haven’t been tested by WD-40 Company and do not constitute a recommendation of suggestion for use by WD-40 Company. Common sense should be exercised whenever using WD-40 Company products. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the packaging.
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