Restaurants with outdoor seating may find that their patios can be a great asset. Patios may seem unnecessary, but in reality, they provide more dining space, and in turn, more revenue. Outdoor dining does have one drawback, however, and that is that the elements can severely damage your furniture, costing you money to repair or replace it.
There are certain materials that hold up better to weather conditions than others. Obviously metal is going to last longer than wood, and plastic will last longer than wicker, but there are certain steps that can be taken to ensure a long life for your patio furniture, regardless of material.
+ Metal has a tendency to rust when used outdoors so one way to fix this problem is to paint the metal, or have a clear coat finish applied. This will keep the metal from being exposed and prone to rust, keeping your furniture nicer longer.
+ Wood can warp and fade when exposed to the elements so it is not always the best choice for outdoor furniture. However if there is no other option, cover it with a thick polyurethane lacquer that will protect it from moisture and heat.
+ Plastic may become brittle if it gets too dry so try to keep it in the shaded areas of the patio, or if possible, place misters strategically around the patio to keep it slightly moisturized.
+ Wicker is generally thought of as an outdoor material, but it also can become brittle if it gets too dry. Make sure to keep it moist and if necessary, wipe it down with a furniture polish.
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