THE IMPORTANCE OF USING APPROPRIATE CLEANING PRODUCTS
Selecting the right cleaning products is more than just a matter of convenience – it’s about ensuring the longevity and appearance of your clean ledge lounger. Here’s why using appropriate cleaning products is essential:
1. Avoiding Damage: Harsh chemicals, abrasives, or overly strong detergents can cause irreparable damage to your furniture. For example, abrasive cleaners can scratch surfaces, while corrosive chemicals can cause fading.
2. Environmental Considerations: Choosing eco-friendly and biodegradable cleaning solutions helps protect the environment.
3. Health and Safety: Some cleaning products emit harmful fumes that can be hazardous to your health when inhaled, but it’s also going into your pool. So, it’s essential to see how all that plays with the pool chemicals, check the pH balance afterward and ensure it’s all good for your pool. Opting for mild, non-toxic cleaners ensures a safer cleaning process for you and your family.
4. Longevity: Properly maintained furniture lasts longer. By using appropriate cleaning products, you’re investing in the longevity of your pieces, which ultimately saves you money and reduces waste.
Using the right cleaning products is all about giving your in-pool furniture the care it deserves. When you choose products specifically designed for your furniture’s material and finish, you’re ensuring a thorough cleaning without compromising its structural integrity or appearance.
1. RINSE REGULARLY
Once you’ve turned your ledge into the ultimate relaxation station, it’s hard to stay away. Spending more time on your in-pool furniture means more oil buildup and spills, but don’t let that keep you off the ledge. Maintaining a sleek ledge look starts with regularly rinsing your furniture. Use a standard water hose or your regular pool water to rinse away oils and spills after every few uses.
2. DUST OFF THE DEBRIS
Use a soft brush or cloth to wipe away any remaining dust gently. This step might seem small, but it’s a crucial foundation for the following deep cleaning.
3. USE A SUDSY SOLUTION
Mix a small amount of mild detergent with water in your bucket to create a soapy solution. Ensure the detergent is suitable for the material of your furniture to avoid any damage. Avoid harsh chemicals that could harm the environment or your furniture’s finish. But it’s good to remember that our chaise loungers are bleach-safe, and you can also use an eraser sponge and diluted bleach solution.
4. SCRUB
Dip your soft brush or cloth into the soapy solution and scrub your furniture well. Do it in a gentle and circular motion to lift dirt and grime without scratching your in-pool chaise lounger. Extra elbow grease might be needed for stubborn spots.
5. REMOVE CALCIUM
Sometimes, a stain on your furniture is not caused by dirt or oil build-up. In this case, the most common culprit of those unsightly water lines is calcium build-up. This is caused by increased calcium levels in your pool water. If you are experiencing this issue, use a calcium, lime and rust removing cleanser to eliminate the build-up and water lines.
6. DEEP CLEAN
Sometimes stains are tough and require a little more than general cleaning. To deep clean set-in stains, we recommend draining and removing your in-pool furniture to prepare for cleaning.
Once removed, spray on a deep mold & mildew stain remover and allow it to sit in the sun for at least 30 minutes. Once the power of the sun has done some of the heavy lifting, scrub with a non-scratch scrub sponge or eraser sponge and rinse away dirt and residual cleaner.
