Protect Your Outdoor Furniture
- Metal furniture requires the least maintenance.
- In coastal areas, stay away from wrought iron, which will rust. Instead, choose aluminum. (The same goes for stainless-steel grills, which will corrode if exposed to the salty air.)
- Furniture with sling covers can dry on their own in under a half hour after getting wet, as opposed to cushions, which need more time to be hung and completely dried.
- Stock up on covers for the months when you’re not using your furniture.
- Wood patio furniture will naturally weather and gray, much like an untreated deck, if you do nothing to it. Opting to keep it looking closer to the way it was when you first brought it home? Buy sealant and cleaner for your furniture just once a year.
- Considering a big, beautiful umbrella for your patio table? Look for models that allow you to easily remove the top portion before wind or rain. If you don’t put your umbrella away before bad weather, the winds can whip it around, resulting in damage not just to your umbrella, but also to your tabletop.
DirectBuy carries a large selection of outdoor furniture and accessories at wholesale prices direct from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Plus, the product specialists at Direct Buy will help you find just what you need. A one-stop shop for all your home building, furnishing and remodeling needs, Direct Buy has virtually everything – including the kitchen sink – for in and around your home.
