Guide for Maintaining & Protecting Wicker Furniture
Outdoor wicker furniture is popular for use as patio furniture. It is made from tightly woven materials such as paper, bamboo, rattan, and other natural materials. Wicker refers to the method used to create the furniture and not the materials themselves. The issue that many people experience with wicker is the difficulty of cleaning. The tightly woven materials make it easy for dirt, dust, and debris to get trapped in all the little crevices.
So, how do you clean and maintain your patio furniture? The first step that we recommend you take is to buy covers for your furniture. The sun, rain, and elements can cause wicker to fade and deteriorate, but a cover will help prevent that. Besides the protective coverings, you should regularly brush off and vacuum. After you vacuum or brush it off, you should wash the wicker with a soft brush and soapy water mixed with 1 or 2 tablespoons of ammonia. There may still be dirt trapped in the crevices which can be removed using a can of compressed air which is traditionally used for keyboards and other electronics. After you clean the wicker furniture and there is still some dirt and grime, use a mild oil-based soap such as Murphy’s Oil Soap with water.
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At Williams Ski & Patio, we provide high-quality patio furniture to the Northbrook, IL area. Wicker furniture is a very popular type of patio furniture. It is made from tightly woven natural materials that look beautiful and elegant. You can buy chairs, tables, and benches made from wicker to make a complete patio furniture set. Visit us today for all your outdoor patio furniture needs!