CFR Patio offers revitalizing services for patio furniture of any kind – be it new cushions, replacement vinyl straps or just freshening up with paint – and offers 50 vinyl strap colors as an option to restrap pool chairs and chaise lounges.
Teak furniture is known for its durability, yet even this natural, water-repellent wood can deteriorate over time. To learn more about maintaining and protecting your teak furniture, check out Kaleidoscope Living’s beginner-friendly tutorial.
Cushions
Cushions play an integral part of patio furniture’s appearance and feel, providing softness, volume, color and pattern. But as with all furniture pieces, cushions will eventually wear down and require replacing; luckily you can have this done as part of a full refurbishment service!
Your ideal cushion option depends entirely on your personal preferences and lifestyle. For instance, you might prefer the softness of down but require something with less upkeep; in such an instance, foam-wrapped down seat cushions could be just what you need; these types of cushions consist of a foam core covered by convoluted (or “egg crate”) foam and then wrapped with down and polyester fiber blend – making this popular among customers as it combines resilience with feather softness of down for optimal seating comfort! Additionally, their covers wrappings protect against accidental feather poking through. Lastly, down-proof ticking helps protects against unwanted feather poking through and ensures nothing pokes through during use!
Magaly recommends considering how much upkeep you are willing to do. Most attached cushions feature zippers for easy removal of cover and cleaning of interior cushion; however, some retailers do not provide this feature on their attachable cushions – for this reason Magaly advises always checking return policies prior to purchasing any sofa or chair with attached cushions.
Foam wrapped down or spring-down cushions provide another alternative when it comes to cushion construction, providing both resilience and softness of foam combined with feathers or down’s lightness and loftiness. However, these types of cushions require regular fluffing in order to remain shapely.
Straps
Plastic components of patio furniture – vinyl straps, plastic pegs, and mesh slings — can often be restored at a fraction of the cost of purchasing new pieces. Depending on the type of piece being restored or completely changed out to meet specific design preferences – can often be sanded and painted to bring back their original color or completely replaced for something brand new. Unlike metal frames which rust quickly due to environmental conditions and corrosion; their plastic counterparts do not suffer similar fates.
Metal deck and patio furniture left exposed to sun and rain can take a serious beating, suffering unsightly nicks and scratches, paint chipping with rust, vinyl straps becoming loose or breaking off altogether. Although some small scratches can be touched up with touch-up brushes or spray cans, often it is better to invest in new items rather than trying to restore old ones.
Even with careful cleaning, outdoor furniture components tend to deteriorate over time due to repeated exposure to harsh weather and salt & chlorine environments. Over time this exposure causes the frame of chairs, chaise lounges and lounges to rust and become brittle; luckily this process can be stopped with an anti-oxidant powder coating application.
Houston Powder Coaters use polyester powder coating, which resists corrosion and abrasions while offering an array of colors and finishes to meet their customers’ needs. Their process is economical yet straightforward – as evidenced by this DIY tutorial from Practical Whimsy Designs.
After applying anti-oxidant to furniture, it will be prepared for a fresh coat of paint. All nonmetallic parts will be removed and cataloged; after which, sandblasting, painting with durable water-resistant polyester finish paint and baking it in an oven will ensure adhesion and durability – leaving your outdoor furniture virtually indistinguishable from when it arrived in our shop for refurbishment! When completed, it may even be hard to recognize them!
Florida Patio can help your existing chairs, chaises and benches look brand new with new vinyl straps from its selection of 50 colors to restrap them with brand new vinyl straps that interlace horizontally, vertically or diagonally across the seat or back of your furniture.
Paint
Weather damage will eventually wear away at both metal and wood patio furniture, requiring restoration by applying fresh coats of paint. Extreme temperatures from harsh winters to steamy hot summers as well as daily wear can result in scratches and faded finishes on even high quality outdoor pieces, but you don’t have to let this get you down; applying new coats of paint could actually protect them from future damage and save you money in replacement costs in the long run.
Painting patio furniture is much simpler than you think; in fact, most anyone can tackle the DIY process using only simple tools and some know-how. If your wicker furniture has become outdated but its frames remain structurally sound, reviving its looks with paint may be just the thing to bring back its vibrancy; Craving Some Creativity offers several methods for revitalizing it through their beginner friendly tutorial.
Even if the finish on your painted metal furniture is only lightly scratched, it’s still important to touch up its finish in order to preserve its aesthetic for as long as possible. Rust may already have set in, so this DIY tutorial by Practical Whimsy Designs might help save it; otherwise you might need professional help for more severe disrepair – powder coating professionals offer full restoration services which not only look brand new but are three or four times more durable than wet coat paint finishes.
Teak Oil
Teak wood contains natural oils that act as protection from bugs, rot and other issues. Over time this natural oil may wane; therefore reapplying teak oil regularly will ensure its durability while restoring its rich golden hue.
Before applying oil to furniture, sand it down using 80-grit sandpaper to remove any existing finishes and prepare the surface for its new coating. After this is complete, clean with a tack cloth or paper towel so there are no dirt or dust build-ups.
Once the surface is clean, use a brush or rag to apply a generous coat of oil all around it using a liberal coat of oil, taking special care to coat all sides including any recesses such as between wooden slats. Allow time for it to soak in before wiping away any excess. Repeat this process again for the second coat; allow furniture to dry for 10 hours between applications.
Teak oil feeds wood, emphasizing its natural hues and grain, while protecting it against water, sunlight and other weather elements. However, regular applications of the oil are necessary as otherwise it will lose its protective qualities and turn gray over time.
There are various products on the market that claim to refinish and protect teak furniture, yet often contain harmful chemicals that damage its finish and require multiple applications before drying completely. If you prefer something healthier and safer, try applying mineral or tung oil instead.
Tung and mineral oils are both natural oils that are safer alternatives to chemical finishes, making them readily available at most hardware and home improvement stores. Before applying any product on any of your furniture pieces, always test its color and compatibility first on a small area to ensure maximum success.
Linseed oil may be more cost-effective when protecting patio furniture; however, tung oil may offer greater durability due to being food safe. Both options can be used safely outdoors; however linseed oil tends to hold up better in warmer environments because it won’t crack or peel under pressure.