POLYWOOD

How To Clean & Sanitize POLYWOOD Furniture

Follow these cleaning methods to spruce up your furniture fast.

Supplies Needed

Dry vacuum cleaner
Mild dish soap
5-gallon plastic bucket
Soft-bristle brush 
Washcloth
(Optional) Liquid bleach

Instructions

Quickly remove loose dirt and debris with the dry vacuum.
Mix the dish soap and warm water in the bucket.
(Optional step) To clean and sanitize, pour in a bit of bleach. We recommend 1 part bleach to 2 parts water.
Use a washcloth to apply the soapy water to the lumber and let it sit for a few minutes.
Scrub the surfaces using the soft-bristle brush to loosen any dirt or debris.
Rinse with clean water and let your furniture air-dry.

Tips:

Wear chemical-resistant gloves if you plan to use bleach.
For a natural bleach alternative, try undistilled white vinegar and baking soda.
Avoid using abrasive cleaning or polishing scrubbers (such as eraser pads) on lumber.

HIGH-PRESSURE DEEP CLEAN

This high-pressure power washing method gives your furniture a deep, thorough cleaning.

Supplies Needed

A pressure washer (rated no higher than 1,500 psi) equipped with a 40-degree fan tip

Instructions

Spray all areas of your furniture with slow, even sweeps, keeping the nozzle about 8 inches away from the surface. 
If any stubborn spots remain, follow the Clean & Sanitize steps to remove them.

Tips:

Always keep the pressure washer's wand moving. Spraying one spot continuously can cause gouges and other damage.
Wear goggles, gloves, a facemask, boots, and ear protection when using a pressure washer.

STAINLESS STEEL HARDWARE

All POLYWOOD furniture hardware (screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners) is made using marine-grade 18-8 stainless steel with an AlloChrome 3200+™ finish and cosmetic coating. Here’s how to clean these hardworking parts.

Supplies Needed

Mild dish soap
5-gallon plastic bucket
Soft-bristle brush 
Towel

Instructions

Mix the dish soap and warm water in a bucket.
Apply the soapy mixture to the hardware with a soft-bristle brush.
Rinse thoroughly and wipe away excess water with a dry towel.

Salt Air Tips:

Keep your hardware in great shape with these corrosion-prevention tips.

Apply a color-appropriate appliance touch-up paint (available at your local hardware store).
Dab on a coat of clear car wax.
If the hardware comes in contact with salt water, rinse it right away with fresh water and towel dry.