Once you have purchased a beautiful set of wrought iron patio furniture, it's wise to learn how to maintain it so that you have many years of use. Wrought Iron patio furniture is virtually indestructible but it does require a bit of maintenance.
Always wash your wrought iron patio furniture with warm, soapy water. You may want to wash wrought iron patio furniture every spring and fall and anytime in between when it needs it. Damage to the paint finish of your wrought iron patio furniture may cause corrosion, so when you see a nick in the paint you will need to touch it up immediately.
To maintain the gloss on non-textured wrought iron patio furniture, protect with an automotive wax, any brand will do. When the wrought iron patio furniture has a texture, it is best to apply mineral or baby oil several times during the season.
Removing stains from your wrought iron patio furniture:
Most manufacturers of wrought iron outdoor furniture have created a stain-resistant finish. However in the event that stains appear on your wrought iron patio furniture, sand the spot with a light sand paper and touch up the paint.
Can my wrought iron patio furniture spot from suntan lotions and insect repellents?
Most manufacturers of wrought iron patio sets have made the finish highly resistant to repellents and lotions. In the rare case that a discoloration might appear, sand the spot with a light sand paper and touch up the paint on your wrought iron patio furniture. If a greasy spot has been left on the wrought iron patio furniture, it's not a bad idea to wash it off rather than to let it sit on the finish.
Will my wrought iron patio furniture ever rust?
The protective finishes will generally protect your wrought iron patio furniture from rusting. But if that occurs, wash the area with soap and water, sand the area lightly and wipe the area down with a clean cloth. Then paint the spot. If the paint is resistant to sticking to the wrought iron patio furniture, you may need to first sand with a fine steel wool.
When painting wrought iron patio furniture...
Make sure that you always apply thin coats of paint to your wrought iron patio furniture and allow it to dry between coats.
