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Related: 10 Unexpected Uses for Spray Paint Chair seats can get faded and forlorn after a few seasons, especially if they receive direct sun. You can spruce up your patio set by reupholstering the seats. It takes only a little fabric and a staple gun. Just remove the seat pads from the chairs, and put on something new and stylish. You can remove the old fabric or leave it on if it’s not too thick and isn’t badly damaged. Related: Without a Stitch – 9 No-Sew Projects to Dress Up Any Room Taking Care of Teak Although teak wood furniture is extremely hardy and long lasting, it should be refreshed every few seasons. Use a cleanser especially for teak, follow up with a light sanding, and then seal it with protective sealer. With care, teak will stay looking beautiful for years. Refresh faded cushions with—wait for it... spray paint. If you just can’t find new cushions you like, or if you don’t want to invest in new ones, you can extend the life of your current fabric with nothing more than regular spray paint right off the rack of your local hardware store.
Bring a quick fix to drab and dated porch furniture by draping it with slipcovers. There’s something light and airy about a slipcover blowing in the summer breeze. It’s cheerful, inexpensive, and by no means permanent. You can reserve the right to change your mind and do something different next year. Bring some funk to the ubiquitous plastic lawn chair. Apply painter’s tape in varying widths and then spray-paint the chair. These fluorescent pink seats are definitely conversation starters. If you like an oiled look for your natural wicker, you can apply tung oil to your wicker pieces after washing them to protect them from the elements. Be sure to get into all the nooks and crannies. The oil will harden to a deep, rich protective finish. Related: Wicker Gone Wild—10 Easy Ways to Transform Old Into New Sometimes a few colorful throws and pillows are all you need to refresh your outdoor furniture. It’s a quick fix and a simple way to update a style that feels a little tired.
And when trends change, it's easy to refresh again. With some time and elbow grease, you can renew rusted metal furniture that you thought was headed for the trash heap. Knock off loose paint and rust with a stiff wire brush, then sand the painted edges smooth. Wash thoroughly and let it dry, and it’ll be ready for primer and paint. You won’t believe the transformation. A whitewashed finish looks great in an outdoor setting, and it’s not difficult to do. Water down white paint with two parts water to one part paint. Brush on and wipe with a dry towel. Go over the finish again with a dry brush to give it some depth. The beauty of whitewashing is that it shouldn’t look perfect—so don’t be afraid to try it. Weathered wood furniture can look good as new with a fresh coat of stain. Sand and clean your piece first, then thoroughly wash and let it dry. Apply your new stain according to the manufacturer’s directions. The difference is dramatic and well worth the effort.
Related: How To: Stain Wood Furniture Wicker is an outdoor decorating staple, but over time it's bound to show dirt and dust (and maybe even a little mildew). That’s OK, because it’s totally washable. Use a regular garden hose (NOT a pressure washer), a gentle scrub brush, and mild soapy water. Let the furniture dry completely in the sun for 24 to 36 hours before sitting on it, so as not to leave the lasting impression of your backside on it.vintage metal lawn chairs Stock photo ID: 41721145 Create and organize lightboxes on the go with your Apple or Android device.Even if you don’t have metal patio furniture, you’re likely to find some rust on exposed metal parts of plastic patio furniture. Not only is it unsightly, but it can leave stains on clothing, and constant exposure to rust can be problematic to small children and pets. Also, rust from your patio furniture can seep onto concrete, creating stains and making the surface look shabby. Here’s a brief guide to removing anything from light to heavy rust on your furniture.
A scouring brush or pad, like steel wool, is just the thing for removing light rust. In some cases, what appears to be rust is merely a rust stain, which can be caused by accumulation of water on certain parts of your furniture. Kerosene can help remove some of these stains; just make sure you’re in a well-ventilated area and away from open flames. After using these methods, you may still have some rust visible. However, depending on the style and type of your patio furniture, some people will keep it for an aged look. If you’d like to stop here, you should apply a clear coat paint or car wax over the rusted areas. This will maintain the look, yet inhibit new rust from forming. If you choose to remove the remaining rust, move on to the next stage. Use a wire brush (with medium bristles) for removing middling levels of rust. Make sure to look out for bubbled up paint anywhere on your patio furniture, as this indicates there is rust underneath. Scrape off the paint to get to the problem, and sand it down or scrub with steel wool.
If you plan on painting your furniture after removing the rust, consider using a commercial rust remover product; they are very effective. There are some green options as well, from commercial products to home remedies like lemon juice and vinegar. Due to their acidity, these home remedies adequately remove some stains (especially if they’re not too old) but don’t count on these methods for heavy-duty jobs. If you don't want to repaint the patio furniture, you can try an organic rust remover which doesn't have acid or harsh chemicals. They’re convenient and eco-friendly. For heavy rust removal, use a scraper to strip away paint flakes and bubbles, and a wire brush (coarse- or stiff-bristled) to remove the remaining rust. Afterward, you can apply a commercial rust remover product, like naval jelly or a rust converter. Some converters remove the rust while leaving bare metal (especially useful if you plan on restoring wrought iron to its original condition) while another type will blacken the offending rust, turning it into a sandable primer type of surface.
There are some green products on the market that do a fine job for the more dastardly rust problems as well. If you’ve chosen to go beyond a simple clear coat application (once the rust has been removed) you can choose to paint your patio furniture with a rust-resistant metal spray paint. Spray paints in aerosol cans are preferable if you want to eliminate the use of a paint brush and avoid drip marks. However, if you want to customize your color or want to avoid aerosol fumes, you can use a brush. You’ll want to prime with a rust-proof primer before painting, but if you’ve used a rust converter, you can skip the priming process. Plan on having some mineral spirits on hand for cleaning since rust-resistant paints are oil-based. If you decide on repainting, pause to take the time to think about color. Rust can be camouflaged better with certain colors, like rust red or dark tan colors, rather than white or black. You might also want to experiment with bolder colors (reds, greens and blues), assuming this fits with your outdoor décor.