Outdoor furniture care on the Costa del Sol: what to expect and what to do afterwards
Realistic stain expectations and manufacturer-specific advice on cushion covers, drying, storage, renewing Sunbrella’s repellent treatment and wood-finish maintenance.
Your furniture is assessed before work is planned
Prestige Care assesses terrace furnishings for material, exposure and condition before planning work. Sunbrella advises air-drying its upholstery fabric after cleaning but does not give a drying time.
Why some stains may remain
Complete stain removal is not guaranteed on Sunbrella fabric when spills have not been dealt with promptly.
Check before removing cushion covers
Only some removable Sunbrella cushion covers are machine-washable. Consult the furniture manufacturer before taking them off, because cushion construction varies.
Let IKEA cushions dry completely before closing their storage bag or box
IKEA advises keeping its outdoor cushions in a cool, dry indoor place when they are not in use. Make sure the cushions are completely dry before closing the bag or box they are stored in. For other cushions, check the manufacturer’s storage instructions.
Brush away loose dirt and deal with spills promptly
To help maintain Sunbrella fabric, brush away loose dirt before it becomes embedded and deal with spills promptly.
Renewing Sunbrella fabric’s repellent treatment
Sunbrella fabric may be retreated after repeated thorough cleaning or years of exposure. This optional step renews the fabric’s repellent treatment and follows cleaning and complete air-drying.
Re-staining is separate from cleaning
IKEA recommends re-staining its wooden outdoor furniture to help prevent cracking. How often to re-stain depends on location, use and exposure.
Ask about experience with Sunbrella fabrics
For Sunbrella upholstery, ask your cleaner about their experience with the fabric and their knowledge of its cleaning and retreatment requirements.