Spring's here - get ready to revamp your outdoor furniture!
March 20, 2015
Spring is officially here, with daffodils, primroses and tulips in full bloom!
It's the perfect time to give your garden furniture a spring clean and get it looking fabulous for summer. If you've previously bought a garden furniture dining set, garden chair, garden sun lounger or garden bench with us here are some top tips on how to give it a makeover for summer...
-Make sure products are out in a ventilated area and are on a protected surface or on grass (if you are out in the open please make sure it's not going to rain!) - Make sure the products have been left to dry out totally before applying sealer to prevent uneven or patchy drying -Use very light sandpaper to remove any dirt or discolouration (don't forget to wear a mask when sanding!) -Remove dirt and dust with a damp lint free cloth -Grab some gloves, a lint free rag/cloth and paper towels -Put the gloves on and apply the sealer directly to the lint free rag/cloth -Rub into the wood, work the product into the wood following the grain (Remember to work the product between the slats too!) -When its complete leave to dry for up to 12 hours or until it no longer feels tacky -Enjoy your garden furniture for the season and when your done store away over winter to maximise resilience over WinterUsing a teak sealer will help to maintain the look of your products and its beautiful tanned colour. Teak sealer also helps to keep the products natural teak oils in the grain of the wood for longer and maintains its stunning tanned effect. Teak sealer also helps to repel water and prevent mold, dirt and grime clinging to the wood making it easier to clean come the new season and looking fabulous all year round. However some people prefer teak when it has weathered to a silver-grey, this rustic charm works great with stone walls and can match some garden designs better than sealed teak. Leaving teak to weather in no way affects the durability or strength of the product, this is purely aesthetic and means that it is perhaps a little harder to clean at the being of the season, especially after being stored for winter, but when you want your outdoor dining furniture spotless for your guests!....So why make life harder? Seal your garden furniture for an easier cleaning, beautifully lasting finish!
