How to Care for a Resin Chair

Care for resin chairs by cleaning regularly.

Resin chairs are common with outdoor patio sets because they are resistant to stains and water damage, and provide a smooth surface that is easy to clean and care for. To keep the resin chairs looking their best, you need to clean and care for the chairs properly. This means using elements that remove any residue or buildup without damaging the resin surface.

Things You'll Need

• Garden hose
• Bucket
• Water
• Laundry detergent
• Oxygen bleach
• Cleaning rags
• Nylon scrub brush

Instructions

1. Wipe down the chairs with a damp cleaning rag followed by a dry cleaning rag to remove light buildup.

2. Rinse the chairs outdoors with your garden hose.

3. Mix 1 gallon water, 1 tbsp. laundry detergent and 3/4 cup oxygen bleach in a bucket for a deeper cleaning.

4. Dip a cleaning rag or nylon scrub brush into the mixture and scrub down the resin chairs. Don't use wire or metal cleaning brushes when cleaning resin.

5. Rinse the chairs with your garden hose and dry with a clean rag.

References

• Good Housekeeping: Care of Patio Furniture