How do you clean teak outdoor furniture?

Scrub with soapy water and a soft brush. For graying, use a teak cleaner/brightener. Apply teak oil or let it silver naturally.

How do you remove rust from metal patio furniture?

Sand the rust with fine-grit sandpaper, apply rust converter, then spray with matching outdoor paint.

Wipe with soapy water, dry immediately, apply car wax for rust protection.

Clean regularly, dry after rain, use furniture covers, and store in a dry area during off-season.

Outdoor

Outdoor surfaces take a beating from weather, dirt, and use. Here's how to clean your patio furniture and keep them looking great.

1
Rinse off loose dirt
Use a garden hose to rinse all surfaces of the furniture to remove pollen, dust, and loose debris.
2
Scrub with cleaner
Spray Vibes Multi-Surface Cleaner and scrub with a soft brush. For aluminum, use baking soda paste on oxidized spots.
3
Clean between slats and crevices
Use an old toothbrush or bottle brush to clean between slats, under arms, and in joints where grime hides.
4
Rinse, dry, and protect
Rinse thoroughly, dry with a towel, and apply appropriate protectant: car wax for metal, teak oil for teak, UV protectant for resin.

TIPClean patio furniture at the start and end of outdoor season, plus monthly during use.
TIPCar wax on metal furniture creates a UV-resistant, water-repellent barrier that lasts months.
TIPCover or store furniture during winter to prevent the bulk of weathering damage.

XPressure washing wicker or resin furniture on high settings, which cracks and breaks the material.
XUsing abrasive cleaners on powder-coated aluminum, which scratches the finish and promotes oxidation.
XLeaving furniture uncovered year-round, which causes UV damage, mold, and deterioration.

Mix baking soda and water into a paste, apply to stained areas, scrub, rinse. For severe yellowing, use oxygen bleach.