When it comes to protecting your outdoor furniture, nothing beats upholstery. Mildew are microscopic fungi that can grow just about anywhere on any object and are perfect for growing on outdoor furniture. While these musty fungi are necessary and beneficial in so many other applications, from recycling to the creation of new life-saving medicines (penicillin anybody?). Proper upholstery and maintenance will keep them at bay and leave your furniture looking like new for years to come.

Types of outdoor furniture upholstery

There are a number of different types of outdoor furniture upholstery on the market today. Most are made of synthetic materials like nylon and cotton, although a few materials have become more common in recent years, like vinyl. Each type of fabric has its own methods of cleaning and maintenance. Some fabrics need more work than others to maintain their sheen.

cleaning outdoor furniture upholstery

As far as cleaning goes, there is a very specific way to approach cleaning your outdoor furniture upholstery. In general, all fabrics should be vacuumed at least once a week. The fabrics used on the most commonly used pieces are: denim, couch cushion, sofa, and ottoman. You should also make sure to vacuum all areas of the cushions and the couch cushion itself. If you don’t, you will be left with a musty odor that will linger.

Mildew is inevitable in all outdoor fabrics, but it is especially inevitable where water has been sitting for many years. If this is the case, a good clean now will keep problems from getting out of hand later. A common problem with outdoor furniture upholstery is buildup of mildew on wood bases. This can happen due to moisture getting trapped in the wood base when it is not cleaned regularly. Sealing the wood will prevent mildew buildup.

Apply a protective coating

To maintain the original luster of your outdoor furniture upholstery, you will want to apply a protective coating of wax to all fabric pieces. This helps prevent cracking and peeling. The wax will also help prevent water from getting to the cushions. It also helps prevent discoloration from sun fading.

Sealing the patio furniture

Sealing the patio furniture also helps prevent staining. Water, rain and dirt can stain outdoor furniture upholstery. Using a terry cloth towel or plain fabric to dry off stains is the best way to avoid permanent damage. The terry cloth towels or plain fabric towels you use to dry off stains are much easier on your patio furniture than fabric brushes. The terry cloth also allows you to sit on your patio furniture for longer periods of time without them becoming uncomfortable.

Conclusion:

Fabric slings on your patio furniture allow you to wrap your outdoor furniture UAE upholstery in soft cotton material to help protect the fabric slings from rain and wind. This protects the fabric slings from damage. The slings also come with a Velcro strap that you can secure around your waist. These are great for outings and vacations. The velcro straps are great for taking the weight of your outdoor patio furniture slings off of your back and placing it on your hips instead. You will always have a comfortable place to sit thanks to these convenient sling accessories.