How to Clean Outdoor Resin Patio Furniture

New resin patio furniture looks clean and bright. Given all the choices for patio furniture sets, resin patio furniture is one of the most reasonably priced. It also comes in a wide variety of style choices from plain white to resin wicker patio furniture, which is only made to look like wicker and is easier to care for. Resin patio furniture is made for outdoor use so it will stand up to rain and sun unlike other materials. However, after a season, your plastic resin patio furniture can begin to look a bit weathered. Clean it up to help it shine once again.

Things You'll Need

• Water
• Bucket
• Rubber gloves
• Bleach
• Laundry detergent
• Soft-bristled brush

Instructions

1. Wet the furniture with plain water.

2. Mix 3/4 cup household bleach and 1 tbsp. laundry detergent into 1 gallon of warm water.

3. Scrub your resin patio furniture with the solution and a soft-bristled brush to remove dirt and grime.

4. Let the solution sit for 15 minutes.

5. Rinse your patio furniture off with plain water.

Tips & Warnings

• When cleaning resin wicker patio furniture, use a soft-bristled brush or a nylon scrubber to get into the crevices.

• Do not pressure wash resin patio furniture because the high water pressure will remove the protective outer layer.

• Wear rubber gloves when cleaning with this solution.

References

• Good Housekeeping; How to Care for Patio Furniture; Heloise