Storing Patio Furniture in Winter

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December 6th, 2021

Your outdoor furniture has served you well, from neighborhood cookouts to lazy weekends spent lounging outside. As warm weather ends, storing patio pieces properly can help you make space for the new season while protecting your furniture from harsh winter conditions. These furniture storage tips will help preserve your investment until spring returns.

Why Outdoor Furniture Needs Winter Storage

While you could squeeze your entire patio set into a garage or basement, a self storage unit can protect it without taking up valuable space at home. Creating a plan for seasonal equipment storage also gives you a convenient place for grills, gardening tools, sports gear, and other warm-weather items until you need them again.

Pre-Storage Cleaning

Although designed for outdoor use, patio furniture needs a little pampering to keep it summer-ready. Give it a good cleaning with detergent and water before storing patio furniture in winter. Condition it with these additional steps:

Treat wooden furniture with a protective wax
Apply tung oil to teak or cedar furniture
Use moisture repellent on wicker legs and feet
Scrape loose rust from metal furniture and apply a rust-preventing primer

Whether you scrub your furniture pieces or just touch them up with paint or oil, they should be thoroughly dry before being placed in storage.

Care for Your Accessories

In addition to the furniture pieces themselves, you should place your cushions, umbrellas, and other accessories in storage. Prolonged exposure to sunlight and winter weather can cause fabrics to fade, and rain- and snow-soaked cushions may develop mildew when the temperatures rise.To properly store outdoor furniture cushions, remove their covers and toss them in the washer. If you can’t remove covers from your cushions, brush off as much dirt as you can and spot-clean any stains. Cushions and pillows should be completely dry before going into storage. Clean your patio umbrella with soap and water; give it plenty of time to dry. Lubricate its gears and handle before storing it in a closed position.

Rent Your Patio Furniture Storage Unit Today

When you need to store outdoor furniture for the winter, you need self storage solutions you can rely on. At National Storage, we offer a wide range of convenient storage units designed with your needs in mind. Our unit sizes range from 5×5 to 10×30, so whether you need to store your apartment’s three-piece patio set or several large outdoor sofas, chairs, tables, and all their accessories, we’ve got you covered. From catching rays on your chaise lounge to sharing a loveseat as the sun sets, your patio furniture provides a lot of joy in the spring and summer. Take care of your furniture with National Storage—we have self storage facilities located throughout Michigan and Ohio. Find a storage facility near you and rent your unit online today!

Have More Questions?

Make storage easy with expert advice. Whether you need temporary storage during a move or long-term storage for seasonal items, having a strategy is key. Our Ultimate Self Storage Guide covers best practices for packing, stacking, and accessing your items efficiently while ensuring they stay protected.