Patio is a place adjacent to your house. To make that place more attractive and suitable as your resting and entertainment space it is better to add more colors to it by adding patio cushions. It allows you to choose from different colors and styles. Instead of buying ornaments and putting waterfalls in your patio space, patio cushions will allow you to have such designs for your preferred theme.
Designs include waterfalls, fountains, nature, floral, and other ornaments that add an impact to your patio space. Always put in mind that the designs, styles, and colors that you will choose must complement with the surrounding and patio furniture.
Maintaining the quality of your patio cushions is very difficult to do especially if there are many factors that can destroy it. However, you can clean to restore its quality. Some patio cushions can be cleaned with detergent solution or wash it with a water hose. When you fail to maintain your cushions, you will buy for another one and replace the old one which is consuming on your part in terms of money. Though some companies offer a replacement for their product it is still better if you, in your own self will take care your patio cushions.
To let your patio look more beautiful and can last in a longer period, here are some instructions that will help you in cleaning your patio cushions:
1. Wear gloves when cleaning to avoid irritations.
2. Add a detergent to a pail of water and froth up to make soap suds.
3. Scrub the cushions gently especially those part that is dirty and has spots.
4. Rinse the cushions with clean water and remember not to put large amount of water because it will dry for a longer period.
5. Put the cushions under the sun and let it dry and always turn and change its direction so that both sides of the cushion will get dry. Patio cushions must be totally dry before placing it again on furniture to prevent mildews and moulds.
6. If your patio cushions had been damaged by mildews and moulds, create a solution with detergent, borax, and a quart of water. Soak the cushions to the solution you made for 15-20 minutes then after which scrub the cushions gently. Rinse it using a water hose to clean all sides. Dry you cushions under the heat of the sun.
7. If the coating of your cushion is wearing off you can spray Scotch Guard on all sides to protect the cushions' fabric material.
8. Sun cream or oil soak may damage your cushion and it is difficult to remove so be careful not to spoil any of these on your cushions or if you did wipe it off right away. Use a stain remover if you can't remove the stain.
You have a wide range of cushion sets that will suit your other patio decors. Since you are leaving these patio decors and furniture outside, choose patio cushions that are durable, water resistant, will not fade under the heat of the sun, and will not allow insects to lay their eggs inside the cushion.
When you are finally done in protecting and designing your patio, the next step that you must do is to ensure that you can enjoy your patio space even at night time. This will allow you to see night views such as the stars, moonbeams, and others. Invest for propane patio heaters that are easy and convenient to use. There is no need to prepare woods and create a campfire beside your patio area just to enjoy the night. With propane patio heater, all you need to do is to switch its buttons and in just few minutes you can feel warmth temperature.
It is also portable and can be moved from one place to another compared to gas type heater that needs to be fixed and hooked up from one spot to another. Because it is portable, you can also use it when you are going for hiking or camping trips. It can be purchased at outdoor furniture shops or through online selling. It comes with different types such as table-top or free-standing propane patio heaters. It can be obtained in stainless steel, copper, and bronze.
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