How to Clean Mesh Patio Chairs

Mesh patio chairs might seem hard to clean at first. But the truth is, you do not need to stress out if you accidentally stain your chairs at your next barbecue.

To clean your patio chairs, you just need to select a safe cleaning chemical that will not damage the chair. Then you need to gently scrub the stain with the chemical, rinse the chemical off, and let the chair dry.

Here is how to efficiently clean your mesh patio chairs to have them look as good as new.

What Are the Best Methods of Cleaning Mesh Patio Chairs?

The best way to keep your mesh patio chairs clean is by cleaning them regularly. It is best if you can find the time to clean your chairs at least four times every year. This will keep them in good condition and they will continue to look nice.

Luckily for you, mesh patio chairs have a polyester coating that makes them easy to clean with very few tools.

If your chairs are made of fabric mesh, you should start by gently scrubbing the dirty area with a soft-bristled brush. This will help you get rid of dirt and debris that is stuck to the chair.

After this, it is a good idea to mix a cup of warm water with dishwashing detergent. Once you do this, you can dip a sponge in the solution so you can gently scrub the mesh. After you do this, you can go ahead and wipe the chair dry so it is sparklingly clean.

The best method of cleaning a plastic mesh patio chair is similar to the best method of cleaning a fabric mesh patio chair, but with one major difference. You can use a lot more water when you are cleaning a plastic mesh chair, which means that you should use a gallon of warm water instead of just a cup.

How Do You Clean Frames and Arms on Mesh Patio Chairs?

You do not just need to clean the mesh part of your patio chair. All that is needed is to clean the arms and frame of the chair. You should only use a mixture of warm water and detergent to clean this part of the chair, unless there is a particularly stubborn stain on it.

If the arms and frame of your mesh patio chair are made of wood, it is a good idea to replace the detergent in your cleaning solution with ammonia. Do not forget to wear a mask and do this in a well-ventilated area if you are using this cleaning method, because ammonia has a toxic odor that can be toxic to people.

The reason why you do not want to use ammonium to clean metal frames is because this can cause the frames of your chairs to start rusting.

How Do You Clean Tough Stains on Patio Furniture Mesh?

Getting rid of dirt and debris on your patio furniture is pretty easy. Unfortunately, it is a lot harder to get rid of tough stains that come from things like spilt wine and coffee. You should try to avoid using commercial-grade cleaning materials to tackle these stains because they usually have harsh chemicals in them that can damage the mesh of your furniture.

One of the easiest ways to clean these stains away without damaging your furniture is to use baking soda. You can simply dip a wet sponge in baking soda and scrub away at the stain using a circular motion. Make sure you rub gently so that you do not damage the chair.

Another option that you can try involves using rubbing alcohol to clean away at the stains. This is a good option because you do not have to hire professionals or use commercial cleaning products.

If the stains are particularly tough to remove, you can try taking a washcloth and making it damp with rubbing alcohol, then letting it sit on the stain for a few minutes to soak into the mesh. After a few minutes, you can start gently rubbing away at the stain.

Keep in mind that rubbing alcohol is one of the best stain removers, but you should avoid using this as your primary cleaner. This is because overusing rubbing alcohol can cause the fabric of your furniture to become discolored after repeated usage.

Can You Use Bleach to Clean Patio Furniture Mesh?

Bleach is excellent for disinfecting your patio furniture, but chlorine bleach unfortunately is not safe for patio furniture mesh that has color in it. Instead you should use oxygen or color-safe bleach if you are planning to use bleach to clean your patio furniture.

As with other cleaning methods, it is best to start by gently scrubbing the furniture with a soft brush. This will remove the dirt and expose the stain. After that, you can mix half a cup of bleach into a bucket of warm water.

Then you dip the sponge into this water and rub it gently over the fabric from top to bottom.

You should repeat this process on the other side of the fabric, then you should wash the bleach off with a separate bucket of warm water. Then you dry the fabric with a piece of dry cloth and let it continue to air dry after that.

Can You Clean Patio Furniture Mesh with Vinegar?

Vinegar is a wonderful natural cleaning product. White vinegar has the lowest pH, which makes it the best for cleaning furniture. Vinegar does not just remove stains, it also kills mildew, mold, and grime.

Vinegar can still damage furniture though, because it is an acid. This is why you need to dilute the vinegar with water, even if you choose a mild white vinegar. As with other cleaning methods, you start by gently scrubbing at the spot with a soft brush.

Then you mix a little bit of vinegar in with warm water and then use the brush to gently apply the vinegar solution to the stain. Let it soak, then rinse the spot off with clean warm water and let it dry.

Final Thoughts

Mesh patio chairs are easy to stain, but they are also easy to clean as long as you choose the proper cleaning chemicals. Please take a look at our other most recent blog posts below:

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