If you want the wicker bar stools in your home to last for a long period, you will need to take good care of these stools. A regular wiping and dusting on wicker stools is wonderful but you can do so much more if you are serious on wanting to keep them in great condition. Here are a few cleaning instructions and tips that you may follow.
Many people use vacuums to clean not only the floor but also other furniture items. The vacuum can actually be utilized in cleaning wicker stools. Vacuums usually come with soft brittle attachment that can be used for brushing wicker bar stools. There are instances when hairs and furs of your pets or small fibers get stuck on the corners or cushions of the wicker stools. You can use tweezers, a used toothbrush or a dry paintbrush to remove the hairs and fibers that cannot be brushed by the vacuum.
It is highly advisable to prevent some types of wicker stools from getting soaked because water and liquids may have harmful effects on them. While there are many wicker stools that are naturally water-resistant, there are also others that are not. In case those sensitive stools are spilled with liquids, use a clean cloth and appropriate mild detergent to clean up the spill.
The changing weather conditions can also negatively affect those types of wicker stools that are not moist and water-resistant. You can use a humidifier and dehumidifier to keep the humidity level as steady as possible. If your wicker stools are not naturally resistant to water, you can give them finishes to get the desired effect.
Wicker bar stools can be made from plants such as bamboo and reed. If the wicker bar stool is made from reeds, the stool can be washed and cleaned using water. However, dry the stool immediately after you have finished cleaning it so that its water-resistant finish will not shred off.
Alternatively, you may also wish to give the wicker stools added protection by putting cushions or padding on the seats. These seat accessories will defend the wicker stools from direct exposure to sunlight as well as stains. You can also use covers on the cushions so that you will not have to replace the cushions if they get too dirty. You can simply wash and change cushion covers regularly.
If you follow these cleaning tips or research more on the cleaning instructions, you will be able to properly take care of your wicker stools and use them not only today but also for many more years to come.