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How to Treat Your Wooden Garden Furniture Right!

Proper maintenance is crucial for ensuring the longevity and natural beauty of your outdoor woodwork. These include things such as wooden garden furniture, wooden garden chairs, wooden exterior doors, and wooden gazebos. Regular cleaning, sealing, and staining can protect them against harsh weather conditions and the wear and tear of regular use. There are many products available in the market designed to maintain and enhance their appearance. However, it is important to choose a product that is suitable for your particular project and follow the instructions carefully.

At AG Woodcare, we offer a range of high-quality wood care products that are specially formulated to meet the needs of exterior wood. Our products are environmentally friendly and easy to use, making it simple to maintain and protect your wooden garden furniture. Check out our products page here for more information!

By using the right products and following a regular maintenance schedule, you can keep your wooden structures looking beautiful for many years to come. Check out our selection of wood care products and give your outdoor woodwork the protection it deserves.

How to keep your Wooden Garden Furniture Clean

All wooden garden furniture, including wooden garden chairs, wooden window frames, and wooden exterior doors, needs proper care and maintenance. Wood can deteriorate over time due to exposure to the elements.

At AG Woodcare, we offer a range of wood care products designed to protect and enhance your outdoor wooden structures. Our products are specially formulated to penetrate the wood and provide long-lasting protection against water damage, UV damage, insects, and other threats. Our selection of wood preservatives can easily coat new and old indoor and outdoor timber, and is suitable for every form of wooden garden furniture, no matter the condition.

The Process 

To keep your wooden garden furniture looking its best, regular cleaning is essential. Dirt, debris, and even mould can accumulate on the surface of the wood, leading to discolouration and potential damage. But don't worry, with the right techniques and products; you can easily maintain everything from furniture to fences and protect them from further damage.

To start, remove any loose dirt, debris, and leaves using a soft-bristled brush or broom; this can be particularly important for wooden garden tables as their flat tops gather grime very quickly. For tougher stains, mix a mild soap solution with warm water and gently scrub the affected area with a soft-bristled brush. Rinse the soap off with clean water and dry the wood thoroughly with a soft cloth.

Once the furniture is clean and dry, it's time to apply the appropriate wood care product. The product you choose will depend on the type of wood and the level of protection you need. For example, if you want to protect your wooden furniture from the sun's UV rays, consider using a product that contains UV inhibitors. If you want to enhance the natural beauty of the wood while providing protection, a wood stain or oil can be applied.

Other Things to Consider

Location is also an important factor to consider when maintaining Wooden Garden Furniture, Wooden Garden chairs, Wooden garden tables, and Wooden exterior doors. For instance, furniture located in a shady area may be more prone to mould and mildew growth, while furniture located in direct sunlight may be more vulnerable to fading and cracking.

Other factors such as humidity, temperature changes, and insects can also affect the deterioration of wooden furniture. To protect against these threats, use a high-quality wood care product that can penetrate the wood and provide long-lasting protection.

As with most garden furniture, with wooden gazebos, though they can last much longer in a bad condition than most other outdoor wooden structures, it is crucial to keep them well maintained. Irreversible damage can have a massive cost, and it can even be dangerous after a while in bad conditions, as its structural integrity could be severely impacted without many signs that it is as bad as it is!

Common Wooden Garden Furniture Mistakes

We can all make mistakes, and when it comes to wooden garden furniture care, it can mean unwanted cracking, mould growth and general deterioration. While proper care and maintenance can significantly extend the life of your Wooden Garden Furniture, there are some common mistakes people make that can actually do more harm than good. 

One common mistake is using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaning products on the wood. These products can strip away the natural oils and cause the wood to dry out, which can lead to cracking, splitting, and warping. The Woca Natural Soap Spray is a great soft soap to use on any wooden surface you want to preserve!

Another mistake is leaving wet cushions all over your wooden garden chairs or covers on the furniture, which can trap moisture and promote mould and mildew growth. It's important to remove cushions and covers when they get wet and allow them to dry completely before putting them back on the furniture.

neglecting to clean and treat your furniture on a regular basis can also lead to deterioration. Regular cleaning and treatment with appropriate wood care products can help prevent damage and maintain the natural beauty of your Wooden Garden Furniture.

Overall…

We all want our garden furniture to look as good as we know it can. Sometimes it can feel, and even be, a battle against mother nature to keep our garden furniture looking pristine and perfect, but with a little know-how and product, you can keep your garden furniture looking as new as the day you bought it! With the right techniques, the right products for the right jobs, a little TLC, and armed with the tips we have shown you, your garden will look better than ever!