| Outdoor Furniture Care Information |
Outdoor furniture should be stored inside during winter to avoid unnecessary weather damage. Most outdoor furniture can be cleaned by washing with a mild detergent (hand dishwashing liquid) and water, rinsed and dried.
Products made for cleaning, polishing, and protecting auto surfaces, (such as vinyl, other plastics, painted metals, etc.) are made to stand weathering and greater abuse than those for strictly interior use. They will work well for similar materials in outdoor furniture. Look in auto supply departments of hardware and other stores, or auto supply stores. Always read the label to be sure they are recommended for the materials you have.
This article was written by Anne Field, Extension Specialist, Emeritus with references from Mary Ellen Delsipee and Isabel Jones, previous Extension Specialists.
MSU 2003
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