Patio furniture gives your home or business a beautiful look, but not if it is damaged beyond repair. If you own outdoor furniture, you know that weather is a main cause of its wear and tear. From snow, to wind, to rain, your furniture is at risk.
Although mesh sling furniture is one of the better patio furniture options for precipitation, it can easily become ruined if not cleaned or stored routinely. Luckily, if you are aware of the dangers and prepare for the pesky precipitation, you can perform measures to save your patio furniture.
Benefits of Mesh Material
Owning mesh sling furniture requires less work than other outdoor furniture when it comes to maintenance. The material is strong and tear-resistant, but the furniture itself is relatively light and easy to carry. The material is also resistant to UV radiation and fading and is fairly easy to clean. Look at the mesh replacement slings that we offer at New Again.
While precipitation is never ideal for furniture, the water passes through the mesh fabric. This means no long-standing puddles, and it dries much quicker than cushions. It doesn’t mean that mesh is immune though. It still requires upkeep to ensure it remains in good condition.
Potential Issues with Mesh Sling and Precipitation
One of the biggest threats to mesh sling is the mildew and mold that may grow on your furniture. This can occur when chairs are left outside during a humid rainstorm and aren’t dried off after the precipitation subsides.
The furniture is at an even higher risk if it isn’t dried before being stored, as it would allow for an environment of bacteria growth. The good news? With proper preparation and care your furniture will be as good as new.
How Can I Protect My Furniture?
Here are a few courses of action for when your furniture must take cover from the weather:
- Purchase waterproof furniture covers. These slip over your chairs and provide adequate ventilation to prevent mildew and mold from having the chance to even start.
- Make use of whatever storage space you have available. This could be a cool, dry basement or garage. If you are a business owner with a vast number of mesh sling chairs, stack and store them under an awning or in a portico or covered walkway after business hours. While this does require some labor, the protection will save dividends in the future. If it’s a particularly rainy season, it might be a good idea to store them until it’s over.
- Clean your mesh sling furniture items consistently. It is recommended that they are cleaned at least four times a year.
Cleaning Tips
To tackle cleaning your mesh sling, New Again advises to first remove any dust by rinsing the furniture and scrubbing it with a soft brush. Then to clean, gently scrub the mesh with warm water and dish soap. After allowing for the cleaning solution to soak in a bit, simply rinse and dry with a towel. It’s that simple!
If you notice mold or mildew starting to appear, add outdoor furniture cleaning products to your warm water and dish soap.
Familiar cleaning brands like CLR make an Outdoor Furniture Cleaner formulated to remove dirt and grime quickly and be safe on the fabric elements of your sling chairs. Then there’s Golden Care fabric cleaner which which is an eco-friendly, safe solution to spray on mesh fabric for added umph and cleaning power. It is important to note that no matter what cleaning product you choose, make sure it states it is fabric and thread safe so it won’t weaken the stitching.
For All Your Mesh Sling Replacement Needs, Partner with New Again
In the event the sling mesh is damaged or worn beyond a clean, it’s time to consider a replacement. At New Again, we partner with residential and commercial owners to help bring new life into their outdoor furniture spaces. We use high-quality products that will keep your mesh sling furniture lasting longer!
Request a quote today, and bring your outdoor space back to life.