Caring For Your Adirondack Chair

 

The great news is that the Envirowood line of Adirondack furniture from AdirondackChairs.com is specially designed to be low maintenance.  Your new Adirondack chair can be used outside straightaway, with no need for you to worry about waterproofing or staining it.  Chairs made from woods such as cedar, teak and mahogany will weather naturally if left untreated.  Exposure to sunlight and the elements can gradually fade your wooden furniture to an attractive slivery-grey color.  This won't harm your chair as the natural properties in the wood provide natural resistance to decay and rot.  The painted Adirondack chairs and rockers should withstand a few years of use before they will need a fresh coat of paint.

However, if you want to maintain the original color of your Adirondack chair, you can apply a wood stain or preservative once a year.  If you live in a wet climate, you may want to use a product with a mold inhibitor.  In sunny climates, products with UV protection can help stop the color from fading.  If you fancy a complete change of color, it's easy to paint wooden Adirondack chairs.  You'll need to ensure the surface is properly prepared, clean and dry before applying a primer as a base.  Then you can put on whatever color you like.  The painted range of Adirondack chairs from AdirondackChairs.com is coated with two coats of high-gloss water-based enamel.  Painting your outdoor furniture is a great way to give it a new lease of life and bring a splash of color to your backyard, but remember you will need to repaint it again in a few years.

An effective way to clean your wood Adirondack rocking chair, recliner or porch swing is to use a pressure washer once a year at the start of the summer season.  Alternatively, use a soft brush, soap and water when necessary.  Mop up any accidental food or drink spills immediately to prevent unsightly staining.  Recycled plastic Adirondack chairs require no maintenance really, other than a regular wipe down with a cloth and soapy water.  If possible, it's best to store your garden furniture inside during the off-season.  Or you can leave it outside and cover it with patio furniture covers to keep it clean, dry and free from nesting insects.

 

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