Care & Maintenance of Metal Garden Furniture

Metal garden furniture, is of course designed for outdoor use, but a few simple steps could keep it looking and working better for longer and ultimately prolong its life.

Moving parts - These will benefit from a little lubrication to keep things moving and allow folding garden furniture to continue to function properly. We recommend you use a light oil such as WD40 for this, ensuring you wipe off any excess.

Should I cover my metal garden furniture when its raining? - The quick answer is NO! Metal garden furniture can obviously be effected over time by rain, but it is much better to allow it to dry out naturally. Covering it with a plastic sheet will only trap moisture caused by condensation this will then remain on the furniture as long as the sheet is on and cause a lot more problems. Some plastic sheets can also leach dyes into the paint finish, so beware!

Should I bring my metal garden furniture in during the Winter? - Not all metal garden furniture needs protection over Winter, indeed manufacturers sometimes go to great lengths to ensure that the metal surface is more than adequately protected against the elements. Some though,  do benefit from a little protection, especially those at the lower end of the price scale.  If you do decide to put it away, then the ideal storage conditions for metal garden furniture, is an airy and unheated garage or shed. Somewhere to keep the rain off, but just as importantly to keep any condensation off.

Can I re-paint my metal garden furniture? - Now that's the real advantage of metal garden furniture. If you get tired of the colour, or you simply want to revive it a little, you can paint it any colour you want. We recommend using a synthetic enamel paint, applied to a suitably prepared surface.

How do I clean my metal garden furniture? - Use a mild detergent and hot water only to remove any grime accumulated over the season. Do not use anything abrasive, or any solvent solutions, as this may spoil the paint surface.

Please try not to worry too much - rust spots may appear and paint may fade in time, but your garden furniture is made for you to enjoy. Allow your furniture to mellow and and age gracefully and just get enjoyment from its use, for as long as you are together.