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Home Improvement - PLASTICS - PLASTIC OUTDOOR FURNITURE CLEANING
Cleaning Plastic Outdoor Furniture
Most plastics can be washed with solution of mild
detergent (hand dishwashing liquid) and water, rinsed,
and can be wiped dry to prevent water spots if that is a
problem. Never use strong alkalis on plastic. Never use
scouring powders or other abrasives as plastics scratch
easily.
Some new plastic furniture is finished with lacquered
resins that protect the surface against ultraviolet rays,
rain, and salt spray, with a special resin for plastic
tabletops that gives touch ceramic-like finish. For
others, waxes or special protective finishes for
plastics will give extra protection.
Polyvinyl Chloride Frames and Tops
Not affected by weather, but mat finish on frames
soils easily and should be cleaned when soiled. Easily
scratched so do not use abrasives. Auto wax protects it.
Wash with mild detergent solutions and rinse
Polyvinyl Chloride Coated Polyester Mesh Fabric
Wash during the season when soiled with mild
detergent (hand dishwashing liquid) solution and brush,
and rinse. Wash before storage at end of season. Fabric
sheds water and dries quickly.
Nylon Webbing Seats
Wash with mild detergent solution and brush and rinse
when soiled, and again at end of season before storage.
Vinyl Strapping Seats
Protect from tanning lotions with large towel as some
can stain. Never use abrasives or strong detergents.
Clean regularly as buildup of soil, oil, lotion can
lead to fungus growth. Wash with mild detergent solution
and brush, and rinse, when soiled, and before storage.
Some may have mildew inhibitors.
From Mary Ellen
Delsipee and Isabel Jones, previous s.
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