After a long day at work, each of us loves to relax on the comfortable garden furniture. In order to enjoy this comfort, we should take proper care of the outdoor seating area. Our tips on how to remove green growth from garden furniture will help you care for it so it looks good for longer.
Removing green deposits from garden furniture: tips for proper care
The green covering on your garden furniture is not attractive and does not make your outdoor area particularly inviting. If the slimy green spores infest your outdoor chairs and tables, you should treat the surfaces quickly to avoid damaging them. Remove greenery from your outdoor furniture every spring and fall when wet weather provides the best conditions for algae to grow.
What is the green covering on the garden furniture?
Green cover refers to a large group of organisms that thrive in warm, moist, and shady environments. They multiply very quickly on the surfaces of garden furniture and because they are very slippery, they can make outdoor chairs and tables dangerous to use. They can also ruin your clothes if you sit on the affected furniture.
Many people believe that leaving their furniture outside in very cold weather or placing it in the sun in the summer will kill algae. Unfortunately, the growth of the algae will only slow until conditions become favorable again and they damage the wood. That's why it's best to remove the algae as soon as you notice it.
Clean the garden furniture with detergent
If garden furniture is infected with green growth, the algae can spread quickly and overgrow the furniture. The green deposit on wooden furniture can cause rot and on wrought iron furniture it can cause rust and weaken the structure.
The cheapest and easiest way to remove green deposits is to clean with liquid detergent. Add a few drops of liquid detergent to a spray bottle with water and spray all affected surfaces. Scrub them with a brush or use a clean cloth for removal. Afterwards, rinse the furniture thoroughly, dry it with another cloth and let it dry completely in the sun.
Remove green deposits from garden furniture: With vinegar
First you should remove the obvious dirt and green deposits with a brush. The bristles help you get into nooks and crannies. Use medium-hard bristles to avoid damaging the wooden furniture and start in an inconspicuous area to ensure the brush does not leave marks on the surface.
Then make a vinegar solution by mixing equal parts white vinegar and warm water in a bucket. Dip a brush into the solution and scrub all furniture thoroughly. Use a sponge toto clean the dirty areas, so that no stains remain on the wooden chairs and tables. Rinse the furniture with water and check if there are any stains that need further attention. Repeat the process until all traces of algae are removed and then rinse the furniture thoroughly. Allow the garden furniture to dry completely in the sun.
Use vinegar and baking soda to remove algae from wooden furniture
You can treat the stubborn algae stains with a combination of vinegar, baking soda and water. Mix two parts white vinegar with one part water and three teaspoons of baking soda. Apply the mixture to the affected areas and leave it on for 10 minutes. Add more and scrub with a brush to remove any remaining residue. Wipe the furniture with a clean cloth and let it dry in the fresh air.
Clean the garden furniture with bleach
Hydrogen peroxide is the most common household bleach. It helps to remove the algae so you can easily wash it off.
Add 6 ounces of bleach and a tablespoon of laundry detergent to a bucket of warm water. Be sure to eliminate any nearby plants as the solution can harm them.
Put on gloves, dip a brush into the solution and spread it over the affected areas. Leave it on for about 5 minutes before scrubbing it off. Rinse your garden furniture thoroughly with clean water and let it dry in the sun.
Also read:Clean garden furniture with baking soda: aluminum, plastic, upholstery, etc.
How can you prevent green growth on garden furniture?
You should know the conditions that attract algae so you can protect your outdoor furniture.
Sweep your garden regularly to remove leaves and other garden waste, as these create a perfect breeding ground for algae.
Clean your garden furniture more often if it is in a shady location to keep the algae at bay.
Treatyour wooden furniturewith wood wax or other polish after cleaning to prevent algae growth.
