Enjoy your outdoor space worry-free with premium poly furniture that’s easy to care for, durable, and built for year-round comfort.
With Poly Furniture, maintenance becomes a moment, not a chore. More time to sip, laugh, and unwind less time scrubbing and stressing. This is the definition of low-maintenance outdoor furniture.
Unlike wood or metal, your furniture (whether it's from Berlin Gardens, Seaside Casual, LuxCraft, or Artifex) is built to handle everything real life throws at it. No staining, painting, or sealing required just decades of effortless enjoyment.
This poly lumber care guide walks you through a few simple steps to keep your furniture looking clean, fresh, and beautiful for years to come.
Why Poly Lumber Means Zero Stress
Poly furniture is made from recycled HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene), the same durable plastic used in milk jugs. Once transformed into poly lumber, it becomes virtually indestructible outdoors.
- Color Runs Deep: The color is infused all the way through the material, which is why it resists fading, cracking, peeling, and warping.
- The Bottom Line: You can happily skip the yearly refinishing and simply relax, season after season. This simplicity is the cornerstone of HDPE patio furniture maintenance.
Routine Cleaning: Simple as a Sip of Coffee
Keeping your poly lumber furniture clean is easy, and you don't need special cleaners or complicated tools.
Your Quick Cleaning Toolkit:
- Mild soap
- Warm water
- A soft cloth or sponge (or a soft-bristle brush for textured spots)
The 3-Step Routine for Cleaning Outdoor Furniture:
- Mix a few drops of mild soap into a bucket of warm water.
- Give the surface a quick wipe-down with your sponge.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water, and let the sun do the rest!
Pro Tip: For stubborn spots like sunscreen or tree sap, a gentle degreaser (like Simple Green) or a mix of 1/3 bleach to 2/3 water works wonders. Always rinse well!
Brand-Specific Care and Maintenance
You deserve furniture that lasts. All our brands are proudly low-maintenance, meaning less work for you! To guarantee your outdoor poly furniture stays stunning for decades, each brand has specific recommendations. Here is your quick cheat sheet on how to care for them:
Berlin Gardens
You're going to love this! Your Berlin Gardens furniture is crafted from tough, recycled poly lumber. This material is designed to shrug off weather and dirt, meaning keeping it looking brand new is seriously easy. Just a little simple care is all it takes!
Regular Cleaning:
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Clean regularly with Berlin Gardens Xtreme Clean or any mild, non-abrasive soap such as Dawn® Dish Soap, Simple Green®, or a composite deck cleaner from your local hardware store.
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Apply cleaner and let it sit for 10 minutes, then use a soft-bristle brush or sponge to scrub gently.
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Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
For White Furniture:
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Use Berlin Gardens Mildew Stain Remover or a mixture of 1/3 cup bleach to 2/3 cup water for tougher stains.
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Let it sit for 10 minutes, scrub, and rinse clean.
Pressure Washing (Optional):
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You can pressure wash (max 1,500 PSI) using a 25° spray tip.
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Keep the nozzle at least 16–20 inches away to avoid surface damage.
Cushion Care:
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Clean cushions with Berlin Gardens Heavy Duty Fabric Cleaner or mild soap and water.
Once dry, apply Berlin Gardens Water Repel to help protect the fabric. Let it dry for at least 6 hours before using.
Seaside Casual
Relax! Seaside Casual's EnviroWood and fabric collections are built to be your coastal champions. They handle salt, sun, and moisture like pros. While they are incredibly durable, they'll absolutely thank you for a little gentle, occasional care to maintain that effortless, beach-ready style.
Routine Cleaning:
- Rinse furniture periodically with fresh water to remove salt, sand, or debris.
- Wash with MultiClean® Outdoor Furniture and Fabric Cleaner, or use a mix of mild dish soap (like Dawn® or Ivory®) and warm water.
- For stubborn dirt or mildew, try EnviroWood Outdoor Furniture Cleaner, which contains a mildew remover and is safe for use on both furniture and fabrics.
Avoid harsh solvents or ammonia-based cleaners. Stick to pH-neutral soaps for safe cleaning.
LuxCraft
LuxCraft delivers that handcrafted, heirloom quality you expect, but without the hassle! Their poly lumber furniture is so durable that all it needs is a simple, regular cleaning routine to keep it looking pristine year after year.
Routine Cleaning:
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Use LuxCraft Poly Brite cleaner or a simple solution of mild dish soap (like Dawn®) and warm water.
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Rinse thoroughly and let air dry.
- For textured areas or stubborn dirt, gently scrub with a soft-bristle brush.
LuxCraft uses 316-grade stainless steel fasteners, but in coastal areas, rinse them weekly with fresh water to prevent corrosion.
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Placing hot items directly on furniture.
- Leaving flowerpots in one spot long-term (to prevent staining).
Artifex
Get the modern look without the complex care! Artifex furniture uses a smart mix of aluminum and poly materials. Keeping these sleek pieces looking sharp and contemporary only requires the simplest, quickest upkeep.
General Cleaning
- Scrub boards with soap and water using a soft sponge or plastic-bristled brush.
- Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to clean spaces that are hard to reach.
- To remove surface dust, wash gently with cold, clear water.
Deep Cleaning
- A pressure washer can be used on the lightest setting to deep clean your furniture.
- It is recommended to not use more than 1,500psi.
- Keep the tip of the pressure washer at least 10 inches away from the furniture to prevent damage.
Cushion Care: Stay Fresh, Dry Fast
Our deep seating cushions use reticulated foam designed for quick drainage. They're made to get wet and dry out fast, but a little care ensures longevity:
- Quick Clean: Brush off dirt regularly and spot clean with mild soap and water.
- Speedy Drying: If they get soaked, stand your cushions on their sides. This helps water drain through the foam channels faster.
- Off-Season: Let cushions fully air dry before covering or storing indoors.
Winter and Off-Season Peace of Mind
Your all-weather poly furniture is built to handle it all but a few smart habits can make it last even longer.
- Cold & Snow: You can leave your low-maintenance outdoor furniture outside, but consider covering it to keep it clean. Always store cushions indoors to prevent mildew.
- Coastal Living: If you live near the water, rinse salt spray off occasionally with fresh water. Give hardware (bolts and screws) a quick check once a year and tighten if needed for stability.
Whether it's Berlin Gardens Adirondack chairs, Seaside Casual dining sets, LuxCraft porch swings, or Artifex modern lounge sets, every brand featured is designed to deliver lasting comfort with minimal effort.
True Low-Maintenance Living
Enjoy the freedom of furniture that lets you live outdoors without the upkeep.
Explore our full collection of eco-friendly, low-maintenance outdoor furniture at PolyCasual.com and discover how easy outdoor living can truly be.