Thursday, December 6, 2012

How to Protect Patio Furniture During Winter


The winter season may be ideal to go out and play in the snow. However, it may also be too cold for your family to stay outside your patio. As much as you like to enjoy your outdoor area, the weather can be uncomfortable. In order to protect your patio furniture from the harsh cold months, you need to bring the pieces of furniture indoors or give it the necessary protection it needs to prevent its deterioration. Not all pieces of outdoor furniture are resistant to different weather conditions. Some furniture can not withstand too much rain, ice or snow. By protecting all your pieces of furniture, you can prevent any future damage as well save money from buying a new set of outdoor furniture for your patio once winter is over.

Protecting patio furniture is easy. Furniture comes in various kinds of materials like wood, metal, plastic, wicker and fiberglass among others. Each kind demands a different type of protection. Wood furniture is easily damaged because or water and moisture while metal furniture becomes susceptible to rust. You need to bring every thing indoors to avoid getting it damaged. Make sure that you have ample space in your garage or basement for furniture storage. If you have large pieces of furniture that can not be brought inside, use the appropriate furniture covers. Before storage, you need to clean your furniture to prevent any staining. Use a mild soap and water in cleaning your furniture sets and gently scrub all the dirt and grime. For fabrics, pillows and cushions, brush off any dirt or wash its covers according to the manufacturer instructions. Take the necessary precaution when cleaning wood furniture to avoid scarring it. Make sure that all pieces of furniture are completely dry. Damp or wet spots can cause mildew and rust for metal furniture. If you do not want to bring indoors your furniture or they are too heavy or big to store, you can use protective covers during the winter. These protective covers can be bought in furniture shops. It provides sufficient protection to your outdoor furniture because these covers are made from water proof and durable materials enough to withstand extreme winter weather. Some covers come with zipper closures, Velcro and drawstrings among others. These covers are specifically designed to protect furniture under different weather conditions. It comes in varying sizes and shapes to fit all kinds of furniture from tables, loungers, benches and recliners to name a few. It is also easy to use because of its simple features that secure your furniture for the duration of winter. When buying protective covers, always choose those furniture covers made of durable materials, water resistant, breathable and sturdy.

Furniture protection is necessary especially if you want to preserve its quality. Some pieces of furniture are not made to withstand extreme weather conditions so it is better to give it the care and protection it needs. If you do not want to use your patio furniture during winter, keep it safe and dry by storing it indoors or covering them with protective furniture covers. Storage and the protective covers prolong the life of your furniture.

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