How to Maintain your Park Furniture

By its very nature, park furniture is designed to be both durable and low-maintenance, however, there are steps you can take in order to prolong the lifespan of the amenities in your park. Park furniture is an investment in your park, and the benches, tables and other installments that are included in the facility are a draw to patrons who want to relax and spend time in that outdoor space.

Here's how to maintain your park furniture so that guests can enjoy it for many years to come.

Clean Your Park Furniture Regularly

Despite park furniture being designed to withstand the elements, it is still necessary to clean all of the furniture in your park on a regular basis. This will not only extend its lifespan but also improve its appearance for all of the visitors who will come to enjoy the park.

Furniture pieces such as benches and picnic tables will be naturally cleaned by the rain, but it is still a good idea to have your park maintenance crew evaluate the furniture on a weekly or monthly basis in order to see if it needs to be cleaned.

Sometimes, a quick surface cleaning is all it takes to make your park furniture look fresh and new. However, every few months, you may want to rely on specialty cleaners in order to restore the appearance of your park furniture. This is particularly true if you have invested in wooden furniture pieces, which may dull overtime if not properly maintained.

In the event that your park furniture has been defaced with graffiti, you may need to rely on specific graffiti products in order to remove it.

Check for Improper Installation

Park furniture must be properly installed in order for it to withstand the elements and the high-traffic usage that it will see over the course of its life. In order to avoid any major maintenance issues in the future — or to reduce the risk of needing to replace park furniture earlier than anticipated — you will want to verify that it has been installed properly in your park.

When you purchase your park furniture, be aware of the fact that all pieces will come with specific installation instructions. If you have hired contractors to install the pieces, make sure that they are aware of all safety warnings that are included in the installation guide and that they follow the instructions closely.

Once the installation is finished, you and other park maintenance crew members should evaluate the installation and make sure that any issues are promptly addressed. In the event that you are in need of any replacement parts, reach out as soon as possible so that the furniture can be installed correctly and enjoyed by everyone who comes to the park.

Check Hardware and for Damage on a Regular Basis

Your park furniture is going to enhance your park in so many ways, and you will find that the benches, tables and other pieces of furniture that you purchase will get used on a regular basis. As a result, the nuts, bolts and screws that hold your furniture together may become loose over time. Adjusting the hardware is a quick fix, but it's also an easy issue to overlook or forget about.

In order to make sure that all of your hardware is properly affixed to the furniture, you should send a maintenance crew member throughout the park every six months to check for any hardware issues.

During this inspection, all nuts, bolts and screws should be tightened — even if they do not appear to be loose. This is also a good time to cover or remove any bolts that may be protruding from the furniture, as this could lead to an inadvertent injury while using the furniture. In addition, the maintenance crew member should be on the lookout for sharp edges or any other damage to the furnishings.

The hardware that keeps your furniture together plays one of the most important roles in the durability and usability of your park furniture, but it's easy to forget about these unseen heroes. By prioritizing regular inspections and routine maintenance, you will always be able to quickly address any issues that come up with the hardware.

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