How to Clean Mold Off of Patio Furniture

Things You'll Need

Instructions

Removing Mold From Furniture

1

Remove any cushions from the furniture and set aside.
2

Scrub the furniture using a scrub brush and water to remove as much mold as possible.
3

Mix 1/4-cup of bleach with 1/2-gallon of water in a spray bottle.
4

Spray a small amount of the bleach solution on the furniture in an inconspicuous spot to make sure it does not cause colors to fade.
5

Spray the bleach solution onto the furniture and allow to sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
6

Use a scrub brush to remove any remaining mold, then rinse thoroughly with clean water.
7

Allow furniture to dry completely before replacing any cushions.

Removing Mold From Cushions

1

Mix 2 teaspoons of tea tree oil with 2 cups of water in a spray bottle. You can double or triple this recipe if you have a lot of cushions that need to be cleaned.
2

Remove the cushions from the furniture and spray them generously with the oil mixture.
3

Allow the cushions to dry in the sun completely before reattaching to the furniture. There is no need to rinse out the oil mixture.