How Do You Care For Wicker Patio Furniture?
A lot of people think wicker is a material, but it actually refers to the process of weaving with flexible materials such as rattan, willow and paper fiber. It also can describe the final woven product, including wicker baskets, tables or chairs. You can use wicker furniture on a patio, but you shouldn’t leave it outside because rain, sun and snow can damage the fibers. Every couple of weeks, do routine maintenance to keep dust and other dirt from accumulating on your wicker pieces. Vacuum the furnishings, dust them with a cloth and/or wipe them with a rag slightly dampened with soapy water (dishwashing detergent is fine). If dirt gets stuck in the cracks, carefully remove it with something sharp such as a toothpick or toothbrush. If regular maintenance isn’t enough, hose down your wicker furniture. (Only do this with resin, plastic or natural materials such as rattan–watering will ruin paper fiber. Just use a damp rag and gently wipe paper fiber.) Rinse off the furniture, and apply s
