Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Patio Umbrella Maintenance This Cold Season

Patio umbrellas are there to keep us refreshed and protected from the sun’s UV rays and scourching heat as you chill by the backyard. On the other hand, rain, snow and cold season is a different story altogether. And since it’s starting to feel a bit chilly, looks like you won’t be needing much of a shade anytime soon.

Protect your patio furniture investments with Formosa Covers
And since your umbrella will be on a season-long hibernation inside its umbrella cover, you may want to clean up as well before closing it and zipping it off until spring comes. So, to help you prep up your umbrella before sending it off to a long vacay, here are some maintenance pointers:

Wipe ‘N Wash

Outdoor umbrellas are obviously vulnerable to practically all kinds of dirt. And this includes dust particles, eroded earth, leaves, tree sap, fruit nectars, bird droppings and insect leavings. This accumulation of nasty stuff may and can leave unwanted damage to your umbrella if left overtime. To avoid this, the first thing you need to do is to wipe off the frame of the umbrella – including the ribs and finial – using a smooth cloth. Never use towel or any rough, abrasive cloth for cleaning, as it may leave noticeable scratches. Regardless if the frame is made of aluminum or wood, make sure to place it on a rubber matting when laying it down on your garage driveway to prevent any unwanted scratches when dusting.

Easy on the soap and chemicals

On a normal basis, cleaning patio umbrellas can be done using water, alone, although in some cases, the need to use soaps, cleansers and other chemical-based cleaning agents is required to effectively wash off hardened dirt patches and stains coming from sap and droppings. These cleansers may do damage to your umbrella such as discoloration, detergent staining and tarnishing. For detachable covers, if you wish to use machine washers (industrial grade laundry-mats), you may do so, provided that you’ll use mild soap. In relation, when using these cleaning agents, make sure to thoroughly rinse the umbrella’s frame, then wipe it dry using a soft cloth. As for the fabric covers, it is advisable to leave it for a while to drying it out completely.

Everyday is not always a sunny day

As said earlier, patio umbrellas are not built to withstand rain and other harsh conditions. Come bad weather or snow/cold season, it is recommended to store the umbrella in upright position for the time being. Also, when safekeeping, make sure that the umbrella is in “DEADLOCK” to prevent it from opening accidentally.

Finally, once your patio umbrella is all prepped up, encase it in a resilient umbrella cover to shield it off from insects, pests and dirt accumulation.

And what better way to do it than to protect your investment using Formosa Covers Patio Umbrella Covers, right? Visit the official site to check out wide range of furniture, car and pet seat covers.

13 comments:

  1. Hiện nay tại các văn phòng công ty doanh nghiệp luôn lựa chọn cho văn phòng mình những mẫu bàn làm việc ưng ý cho nên hiện nay trên thị trường có các kiểu ban van phong hoa phat được tìm kiếm xu hướng tăng hiện nay. Chính vì thế những mẫu bàn trên thị trường có khá nhiều mẫu mã với thiết kế đa dạng nhưng đều tạp trung vào các tiêu chí chuẩn của văn phòng đặc biệt là tuân theo phong thủy văn phòng làm việc của nhân viên. Để chọn lựa mua bàn làm việc trên thị trường nội thất bạn cần nắm vững những kiến thức và nhu cầu như thế nào cho văn phòng làm việc của mình.
    Vấn đề đầu tiên nhiều chủ doanh nghiệp băn khoăn về giá?
    Mua hàng ở đâu giá rẻ, giá tốt mà sản phẩm lại chất lượng… những câu hỏi này đều xoay quanh chi phí đầu tư. Tôi sẽ gợi ý cho bạn rằng: cốt lõi nhất nằm ở việc, bạn xác định phạm vi chi phí dựa trên mục đích sử dụng ra sao!
    Nếu bạn đầu tư bàn làm việc dành cho không gian văn phòng lãnh đạo, nơi bạn sẽ thường xuyên phải tiếp đối tác, để chứng minh cũng như tạo niềm tin tuyệt đối với khách hàng, bạn nên cân nhắc đầu tư mức chi phí cao hơn cho một chiếc bàn làm việc hay cả hệ thống bàn sang trọng, chuyên nghiệp với thiết kế tinh tế đẹp mắt hơn.
    Còn nếu bạn đầu tư ban lam viec gia re dành cho không gian làm việc của nhân viên, nơi phục vụ lợi ích tối đa cho công việc của họ, thì lúc này bạn cần những sản phẩm đơn giản, tiện dụng và có khả năng đồng bộ hóa cao, tạo ra sự chuyên nghiệp. Với mục đích như vậy, rõ ràng, sản phẩm bạn chọn mua sẽ có chi phí thấp hơn nhiều. Dưới đây tôi sẽ gợi ý cho bạn vài lựa chọn.

    ReplyDelete
  2. And since it’s starting to feel a bit chilly, looks like you won’t be needing much of a shade anytime soon.windproof umbrella

    ReplyDelete
  3. I want you to thank for your time of this wonderful read!!! I definately enjoy every little bit of it and I have you bookmarked to check out new stuff of your blog a must read blog!!!! Viking Barbecue (BBQ), Dishwashers, Hood, Ovens, Range, Refrigerators, Stove, Warming Drawers

    ReplyDelete
  4. Your blog provided us with valuable information to work with. Each & every tips of your post are awesome. Thanks a lot for sharing. Keep blogging.. Pest control Abu Dhabi

    ReplyDelete
  5. Disposable nuisance dust masks to protect the wearer from exposure to coarse, non-toxic particles. Molded to the face with an elastic strap. These masks are lightweight so are easy to breathe through and do not restrict the vision.

    n95 coronavirus mask

    ReplyDelete
  6. A sleek long lob is a nice pick for thick tresses as it really pulls off the lock density very well. In fact, the Lob with layers will avoid the risk of ending up with a motionless and blocky look. Furthermore, choppy layers impart a shaggy and feminine flair.

    cute haircuts for girls


    ReplyDelete
  7. Very efficiently written information. It will be beneficial to anybody who utilizes it, including me. Keep up the good work. For sure i will check out more posts. This site seems to get a good amount of visitors. Umbrella Strollers

    ReplyDelete
  8. 우리카지노 100%안전 검증된 카지노사이트 만 엄선하여 소개해드립니다 국내 업계1위 우리카지노계열 전통이 있는 온라인카지노 에서 안전하고 편안한 게임을 ..

    우리카지노

    ReplyDelete
  9. best mice 2020 Our best gaming mouse guide includes a detailed review of everything from grip to sensitivity to DPI switching, and much more.

    ReplyDelete
  10. I haven’t any word to appreciate this post.....Really i am impressed from this post....the person who
    create this post it was a great human..thanks for shared this with us.

    Try to check my blog: 부산오피
    (jk)

    ReplyDelete
  11. Hello ! I am the one who writes posts on these topics크레이지슬롯 I would like to write an article based on your article. When can I ask for a review?


    ReplyDelete
  12. I've been looking for photos and articles on this topic over the past few days due to a school assignment, 우리카지노 and I'm really happy to find a post with the material I was looking for! I bookmark and will come often! Thanks :D


    ReplyDelete
  13. As the cold season approaches, maintaining your patio umbrella is vital for its longevity. Cleaning and storing it properly will ensure it withstands the weather. Speaking of care and maintenance, the advancements in procedures like Abdominoplasty Dubai emphasize safety and quality results, offering individuals transformative options with professional guidance for a confident, new look.

    ReplyDelete