How Do You Touch Up Outdoor Wood Furniture?

Outdoor wood furniture can be a great addition to any backyard, patio or deck area. But over time, it can start to look worn and tired due to exposure to the elements such as sun, rain and wind. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to touch up outdoor wood furniture and restore it back to its former glory.

The first step in touching up outdoor wood furniture is to give it a good cleaning. Use a mixture of mild soap and warm water in a bucket or spray bottle and lightly scrub the surface with a soft brush or sponge. If there are any mold or mildew stains on the surface, use an anti-fungal cleaner for best results.

Once your furniture is clean and dry, it’s time to assess the damage.

If there are any cracks or chips in the wood, you will need to fill them in with wood filler before proceeding. Once the filler has dried completely, sand down the entire surface using fine-grit sandpaper.

Now it’s time for the actual touch-up process. Use either an oil-based stain or paint that is specifically designed for outdoor use on wood surfaces. Apply several thin layers of your chosen product with a paintbrush until you achieve your desired color. Allow each layer of stain or paint to dry completely before applying the next one.

Finally, apply a few coats of clear sealant such as polyurethane or varnish over top of the stain/paint job. This will protect your outdoor wood furniture from further damage due to weathering and will also help keep it looking its best for years to come.

Conclusion:

Touching up outdoor wood furniture requires some basic steps such as cleaning, filling cracks/chips with filler and sanding down the surface before applying oil-based stain/paint followed by clear sealant for protection against weathering. With these simple steps, you can easily restore your outdoor wood furniture back to its former glory!

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Samantha Mckinney