How Do You Fix Wicker on Outdoor Furniture?

Outdoor furniture is a great way to spruce up your outdoor living space. Wicker furniture is especially popular for its classic style and durability. But over time, wicker furniture can become brittle and start to come apart. Fortunately, it’s easy to fix wicker on outdoor furniture if you know what you’re doing.

The first step in repairing wicker outdoor furniture is to assess the damage.

If the wicker is simply coming apart at the joints, then it’s a fairly simple job to re-weave the pieces together. Start by removing any loose strands or frayed material from around the joint. Then, using a matching piece of wicker, begin weaving it in and out of each side of the joint. You may also need to use some glue or other adhesive to secure the new pieces together.

If your wicker outdoor furniture has sustained more serious damage, like cracks or splitting, then you may need to replace pieces of it altogether. This isn’t too difficult either – just take measurements of the broken pieces and find replacements that fit the same dimensions. Make sure that when you buy new pieces of wicker that they are treated for outdoor use so that they will last longer.

Once you have replaced or repaired any damage on your outdoor furniture, it needs to be protected from further damage. A good way to do this is by applying a sealant or other protective coating onto all sides of the wicker furniture each year. This will help keep moisture out and prevent further damage from occurring.

Conclusion:

Fixing wicker on outdoor furniture can be relatively easy if done correctly. To fix minor issues like fraying at joints simply re-weave with matching pieces of wicker and secure them with glue if needed.

For more serious damage like cracks or splitting, replacement pieces must be purchased that fit the same dimensions as those being replaced. Finally, annual sealant applications will help protect against future damage caused by moisture and weathering.

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Samantha Mckinney