Follow these cleaning methods to spruce up your furniture fast.

Supplies Needed

• Dry vacuum cleaner
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Soft-bristle brush 
• Washcloth
• (Optional) Liquid bleach

Instructions

1. Quickly remove loose dirt and debris with the dry vacuum.
2. Mix the dish soap and warm water in the bucket.
3. (Optional step) To clean and sanitize, pour in a bit of bleach. We recommend 1 part bleach to 2 parts water.
4. Use a washcloth to apply the soapy water to the lumber and let it sit for a few minutes.
5. Scrub the surfaces using the soft-bristle brush to loosen any dirt or debris.
6. Rinse with clean water and let your furniture air-dry.

Tips:

• Wear chemical-resistant gloves if you plan to use bleach.
• For a natural bleach alternative, try undistilled white vinegar and baking soda.
• Avoid using abrasive cleaning or polishing scrubbers (such as eraser pads) on lumber.

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This high-pressure power washing method gives your furniture a deep, thorough cleaning. 

Supplies Needed

• A pressure washer (rated no higher than 1,500 psi) equipped with a 40-degree fan tip

Instructions

1. Spray all areas of your furniture with slow, even sweeps, keeping the nozzle about 8 inches away from the surface. 
2. If any stubborn spots remain, follow the Clean & Sanitize steps to remove them.

Tips:

• Always keep the pressure washer's wand moving. Spraying one spot continuously can cause gouges and other damage.
• Wear goggles, gloves, a facemask, boots, and ear protection when using a pressure washer.

All POLYWOOD furniture hardware (screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners) is made using marine-grade 18-8 stainless steel with an AlloChrome 3200+™ finish and cosmetic coating. Here’s how to clean these hardworking parts.

Supplies Needed

• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Soft-bristle brush 
• Towel

Instructions

1. Mix the dish soap and warm water in a bucket.
2. Apply the soapy mixture to the hardware with a soft-bristle brush.
3. Rinse thoroughly and wipe away excess water with a dry towel.

Salt Air Tips:

Keep your hardware in great shape with these corrosion-prevention tips.

• Apply a color-appropriate appliance touch-up paint (available at your local hardware store).
• Dab on a coat of clear car wax.
• If the hardware comes in contact with salt water, rinse it right away with fresh water and towel dry.

Follow these easy steps to keep your outdoor cushions clean and pillows pristine. 

Supplies Needed

• (Optional) Dry vacuum
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Washcloth

Instructions

1. Brush or rinse loose debris off cushion covers before it embeds in the fabric. Using your dry vacuum makes quick work of this.
2. Create a mixture of ¼ cup of dish soap per gallon of warm water in a bucket. (For 5 gallons of water, use 1¼ cup of soap.)
3. Apply the mixture to the material with a clean cloth.
4. Rinse thoroughly and let your cushions air-dry.

Tips:

• Standing cushions on their sides will help them dry faster.
• If possible, flip your cushions periodically to even out the wear on each side.
• Store patio cushions in a dry spot—such as a shed, garage, or console table—when not in use.

Extend the life of your outdoor sling fabrics with this easy semi-annual cleaning method.

Supplies Needed

• Whisk broom
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Sponge or washcloth
• Liquid bleach

Instructions

1. Remove loose dirt with the whisk broom.
2. Mix 1 Tbsp dish soap and 2 Tbsp bleach per 1 gallon of water. (For 5 gallons of water, use 5 Tbsp dish soap and 10 Tbsp bleach.)
3. Use the sponge or cloth to scrub the mixture onto all parts of the sling fabric.
4. Thoroughly rinse the material right away and let it air-dry.

Oil-based products can damage outdoor sling fabric and make it age faster. If direct contact occurs, clean it off right away using the following method.

Supplies Needed

• Paper towel
• Corn starch
• Dry vacuum cleaner or straight edge

Instructions

1. Blot any excess oil with paper towels—do not rub.
2. Apply cornstarch to the stain and let it sit for 10–15 minutes.
3. Remove the corn starch using the dry vacuum or straight edge.
4. Repeat the process until all the oil has been absorbed.

Remove mold, mildew, and stains with this deep cleaning method.

Supplies Needed

• Dry vacuum cleaner
• 5-gallon bucket
• Mild dish soap
• Bleach
• Soft-bristle brush

Instructions

• Open your umbrella and lay it on its side.
• Remove dust and loose dirt with your dry vacuum fitted with a brush attachment.
• Rinse the canopy with your garden hose.
• Fill the bucket with warm water and mix in 1 cup of bleach and ¼ cup of soap per gallon of water.
• Apply the solution to the fabric and let it sit for 15 minutes. 
• Thoroughly rinse the canopy and leave it open to air-dry.

NOTE: Only use this method on bleach-cleanable performance fabrics. Before trying this approach, check with your umbrella’s manufacturer to see if it’s safe to clean with bleach.

Prevent wear and tear on resin wicker with this easy cleaning method.

Supplies Needed

• Dry vacuum cleaner
• Paintbrush
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Soft-bristle brush
• Toothbrush
• Towel

Instructions

1. Before cleaning, remove any cushions. 
2. Sweep away debris using your dry vacuum’s brush attachment, and get hard-to-reach areas with the paintbrush.
3. Dip your soft-bristle brush in the soapy water and gently scrub the wicker’s surfaces. Use a toothbrush to get into nooks and crannies.
4. Rinse with clean water and dry it off with a towel.

Keep your aluminum patio furniture in tip-top shape with the following steps.

Supplies Needed

• Whisk broom
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Sponge or washcloth
• (Optional) Mineral spirits or other mild solvent

Instructions

1. Brush off any dirt and debris with the whisk broom.
2. Mix mild dish soap and warm water in a bucket.
3. Use the sponge or cloth to wipe the cleaning solution onto the aluminum surfaces, rubbing off any dirt.
4. (Optional step) Rub the solvent on tough stains with the sponge or cloth until they're removed.
5. Rinse your furniture thoroughly with clean water and let it air-dry.

Maintain the beauty of natural wicker furniture with this gentle method.

Supplies Needed

• Clean cloth or microfiber duster
• Soft sponge
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Towel

Instructions

1. Take off any cushions.
2. Remove dust with the cloth or duster.
3. Mix mild dish soap and warm water in a bucket.
4. Spot clean with soapy water and the sponge. 
5. Dry the furniture completely with a clean towel before putting cushions back on.

Follow these instructions to make your wrought iron patio furniture last. 

Supplies Needed

• Dry vacuum cleaner
• Paintbrush
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Washcloth
• Toothbrush

Instructions

1. Remove any cushions. 
2. Clear away loose dirt with a dry vacuum with a brush attachment—for hard-to-reach spots, use the paintbrush.
3. Mix mild dish soap and water in a bucket.
4. Wash away dirt using the soapy solution and a clean cloth. (An old toothbrush works great in reaching into tight curves and twisted pieces.)
5. Rinse your metal furniture with clean water and let it air-dry.

Keep your mesh, canvas, or sling fabrics clean with these simple steps.

Supplies Needed

• Dry vacuum cleaner
• Plastic spray bottle
• distilled white vinegar
• Soft-bristle brush

Instructions

1. Use the dry vacuum to remove dirt and debris.
2. Fill a plastic spray bottle with distilled white vinegar.
3. Spray the fabric and let the vinegar soak in for a few minutes.
4. Scrub the areas with a soft-bristle brush.
5. Rinse your chair thoroughly and let it air-dry.

Extend the lives of teak, ipe, cypress, and other wood furniture with these easy instructions.

Supplies Needed

• Dry vacuum cleaner
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Soft-bristle brush

Instructions

1. Remove dirt and debris with a dry vacuum with a brush attachment.
2. Mix mild soap and water in a bucket.
3. Scrub the soapy solution all over the frame with the soft-bristle brush.
4. Rinse with fresh water.
5. Let your furniture air-dry completely. 

Ensure your plastic furniture is pristine with this quick cleaning method.

Supplies Needed

• Whisk broom
• Mild dish soap
• 5-gallon plastic bucket
• Washcloth

Instructions

1. Use the whisk broom to brush away loose debris.
2. Mix mild dish soap and warm water in a bucket.
3. Using a clean cloth, rub down all the surfaces of your resin furniture. 
4. Rinse with clean water.
5. Let your outdoor pieces fully dry before using.