Steps & Items Needed To Restore Wicker Furniture
The wood used for making the wicker furniture is from a type of plant called the pliable plant. The wicker furniture is mostly placed in a living or in a study room in front of the coffee table. Also, wicker furniture gets old after some years, so it needs to be repaired or repainted. Here are some items needed and steps to restore the wicker furniture within a short period of time. The user needs to follow the steps carefully:
Items Needed
- Vacuum Cleaner.
- Mild Detergent
- Furniture Polish
- Furniture Wax
- Clean Cloths
- Paint Brushes
Steps
- Vacuum Cleaner: Vacuum cleaner will work perfectly to clean the wicker furniture, the user simply needs to rub the vacuum cleaner on the wicker furniture surface to clean litter or dust that is present on the furniture.
- Mix: Take some water and put a little amount of mild detergent in a water bucket then mix it. Start wiping the wicker furniture with a piece of a rag cloth.
- Soft-bristle Toothbrush: To remove tough stains from the wicker furniture the user needs to rub a soft-bristle toothbrush on the stains for nearly 1-2 minutes.
- Bleach: By using the bleach the user can remove the mildew instantly, just mix 1/4 cup of the bleach in four cups of water then dip the toothbrush in it and now start rubbing the mildew then rinse the area with rag cloth with clean water.
- Dry Completely: The drying process of the wicker furniture will take nearly 48 hours. Placing the wicker furniture in sunlight may also help to dry faster.
- Furniture Polish: Now the user needs a wet & clean cloth in order to polish the furniture piece. Buff gently on the wicker furniture.
- Leave A Wicker: Maximum six or seven days are recommended to dry the wicker furniture completely.
Tips & Warnings
- Tips: Buff the wicker furniture with furniture polish every few months to keep the shine secured. Hire an expert for the process of stripping.
- Warning: Wear eyes and hand protection like transparent goggles and hand gloves while working with bleach, lacquer, varnish, sealants & paint.
Steps To Restore Rattan Furniture
Mold And Mildew Maintenance
- Remove Dust And Dirt: Bring the rattan furniture outside in a well ventilated area, then use a soft-bristle type brush to clean mold spores, dust & dirt.
- Vacuum Cleaner With Upholstery Brush: Attach upholstery brush on the nozzle of the vacuum cleaner to clean the remaining dirt or dust.
- Wipe: Start wiping the rattan furniture with a mixture of bleach and water with the help of rag cloth. Also, wear the eye and hand protection like transparent goggles or rubber gloves. Use a cotton swab, toothbrush or to deep clean the crevices.
- Sponge: Use a wet sponge dipped in clean water and wipe the rattan furniutre for one more time .
- Dry: Use a towel to dry the rattan furniture then allow the furniture for air drying the rattan furniture for nearly 1-2 days .