Friday, September 6, 2013

How to Clean Vinyl Patio Furniture

How to Clean Vinyl Patio Furniture

Vinyl patio furniture can begin to look worn and dirty if it's consistently left out in the weather. Luckily, there are several different methods you can use to clean vinyl patio furniture using common household items. Try these methods one at a time, and if you aren't seeing results, then move on to another. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

    1

    Mix cup liquid dish soap with 1 gallon hot water in a small bucket. Clean the vinyl patio furniture with the soapy water using a soft scrub brush, and then rinse with clean water. This is the gentlest way to clean, but may not be effective if the furniture is excessively dirty.

    2

    Combine 1 part washing soda and 10 parts water in a small bucket. Apply the solution to the vinyl patio furniture gently with a sponge or clean cotton cloth. Rinse clean with cool water and allow the furniture to dry completely. Washing soda is a non-toxic cleaner found in the laundry aisle of your local supermarket. It cuts through tough dirt and grime with very little effort.

    3

    Combine cup liquid dishwasher detergent with one gallon of water in a small bucket. Put on rubber gloves and apply the solution directly to the vinyl patio furniture with a sponge or clean, cotton cloth. Rinse clean with cool water once all the dirt has been removed. If necessary, use a scrub brush to remove stubborn dirt.

    4

    Dilute apple cider vinegar in water. Combine equal parts of each in a large spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the vinyl patio furniture, and scrub with a sponge or scrub brush. Rinse clean with cool water once all of the dirt has been removed.

    5

    Combine 1 tablespoon of bleach with 1 gallon of water in a small bucket. Put on rubber gloves and apply the solution directly to the vinyl patio furniture with a sponge or cloth. Rinse clean with cool water when all the grime is gone.