Protecting Your Outdoor Furniture From Water Damage: Tips and Tricks

There’s just something about wooden outdoor furniture that feels right, whether it’s benches, seating, or dining tables – placing wood in your garden or backyard really exudes that natural, outdoorsy feel that can provide a beautiful space for rest and relaxation. However, it’s important to note that outdoor furniture needs to be taken care of as it does get exposed to the elements, from striking heat from the sun during the warmer months, to spring and winter showers during the cooler months. And if you’re wanting wooden outdoor furniture, you’ll know that this can really deteriorate your striking wooden finish if you’re not careful. 

Wood rot, warping, cracking — untreated wood can be subject to this kind of damage, and even wood that’s been treated with protective paints, sealants, and coatings can have these treatments fade over time because of prolonged exposure to moisture and heat, which means that you’ll need to reapply these protective coatings to help prevent irreversible damage. So how do you protect your marri furniture from the weather, be it rain or shine? Below, a few tips.

How do you weatherproof a wood table, chair, or any other kind of furniture?

Wood’s biggest weakness is arguably exposure to moisture. And while you aren’t able to predict when it’ll rain and drench your beautiful wooden outdoor furniture, you can put in some precautions to ensure that damage due to water, should there be any, is minimised. You can do this by applying water resistant paints and/or sealants to a completely dry surface that has been treated correctly, as well as sanded for effective application. Consult with your furniture maker about what types of coatings are appropriate for your marri furniture, whether it’s a table, a bench, or lounging chairs.

It’s also a good idea to invest in a sunshade for your outdoors area. Providing some protection from the elements by means of awnings, a roof, or even an umbrella can go a long way in protecting your marri furniture from wood rot if you place your furniture underneath it. And while this won’t fully protect your wooden tables and the like from water and sun damage, it can help to minimise exposure to the elements and keep your furniture looking great for longer throughout the years.

And don’t forget to invest in furniture covers! If you’re not planning to use your outdoor furniture, it’s best to protect them with waterproof covers which will not only keep the moisture away, but also prevent dust accumulation borne from its location outside the home. This is quite possibly the most affordable way to maintain your furniture and keep it looking its best.

It is actually quite easy to minimise water damage to your outdoor furniture as long as you follow these steps. Being mindful of the weather and using protective coating on your wooden pieces, providing ample shade for your outdoor space and furniture, and buying furniture covers can go a long way in ensuring your outdoor furniture looks beautiful no matter what time of the year it is.

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