How to Clean Wooden Garden Furniture

Cleaning down your wooden garden furniture can feel a little overwhelming, however, it doesn't need to feel that way. We've come up with an straight forward, four step routine of how to clean your wooden garden furniture, stress free.

Brush. Wash. Wipe. Treat.

Brush Off Any Debris

First of all, you need to brush down your wooden garden furniture with a stiff sweeping brush, or handheld brush. This is to remove any dirt or debris, such as mud, moss, bird poo or similar. It's important that this step is carried out thoroughly, and that you remove all the grime to ensure the following steps can be undertaken effectively.

Wash with Warm Soapy Water

Following this, you need to create a simple solution of warm soapy water; this can be made by simply adding a dash of washing up liquid to a bucket of warm water. The reasoning behind using warm water is because it helps the soap break down the dirt and oils more effectively than with cold water. You can do this using a sponge, cloth or brush, depending on what you find easiest.

Wipe with Damp Cloth

After washing down your wooden garden furniture, it's important to make sure there is no residue left over from the soapy water, particularly if you are going to treat the wood afterwards. To do this, you simply need to wipe down the wood with a damp cloth; this ensures any soapy residue is wiped away, leaving a blank and clean surface to work with.

Treat the Wood

Finally, if you choose to do so, you can treat your wooden furniture. You have a few options when it comes to treating your furniture which include painting, staining, oiling or a combination of those options. For more information on treating your wooden garden furniture, take a look at our comprehensive guide here.