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Thursday, January 7, 2010

Cleaning Patio Furniture Made Easy

Outdoor patio furniture cleaning tips you asked for...

After receiving many emails on this subject of cleaning patio furniture, being asked to write some basic useful information. I remember the earlier days while operating my own residential pressure wash business, cleaning houses and outdoor furniture was a daily and exhausting event. People had always asked me how to clean their expensive patio chairs, patio sets, and other outdoor furniture, never really wanting to do the job themselves. Here we are and to keep things simple, Two ways you can clean outdoor furniture, with a scrub brush and bucket, or with a pressure washer.Visit our own product and information site at PatioConnections.com or contact us at support@patioconnections.com, we can help answer any questions you may have.

Option #1- The pressure washer, be aware that when using a pressure washer, too much pressure can damage the finish, you need to use low pressure, adjust as needed, and slowly work from a distance. Start by cleaning under the patio chairs for the pressure test, after determining what pressure is needed, you may continue with the other patio chairs and outdoor furniture. If you have stained furniture, using a mild detergent and a good quality multi purpose cleaner will do the job, always follow the posted instructions, rinse furniture after cleaning to avoid chemical burns etc. Avoid doing any cleaning in a rush, taking your time is the key to having clean and damage free furniture. View our Informational pages at PatioConnections.com

Option#2- The scrub brush and bucket, a good way to clean glass, metal, or smooth surface is to use a car wash mitt, sponge, or soft cloth. You can buy soft or course scrub brushes, usually brushes are used on surfaces that are course, recycled plastic, some wood, and other materials with textures that are hard to clean with a soft cloth. By using this scrub brush method you will need a mild detergent, good quality multi purpose cleaner, pre-soak the patio chair or furniture 1st, lighty scrub with brush, or wash with cloth, or car wash mitt. Remember to always do a good job rinsing your patio chairs and patio sets, enjoy your cleaning success. View our own site for information and products at PatioConnections.com, we also offer quality offer patio umbrellas, adirondack chairs, patio tables, garden benches, bistro sets, and bar stools

Quick help tips for great results!

  • Pressure washer: Ask a friend or neighbor, rent pressure washer at rental shop.
  • Cleaning products: Check and follow manufacturers instructions, this will avoid any chemical burning or stains etc.
  • Rinsing: Always do a thorough job when rinsing, using lots of clear water.
  • Cleaning cushions: When cleaning cushions, see the product information tag for cleaning instructions, never use a pressure washer to clean cushions.
  • Information: We hope this information is useful for anyone that can use it, PatioConnections.com is not responsible for any cleaning damage done by any user.
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