Distressed cast iron bench, vintage terracotta pots, the patina of a rusted watering can - we love a shabby chic backyard as much as the next person. What we don't love, however, is faded patio furniture that looks unloved and unkempt, resulting in a garden that looks neglected.
It's easy to think your outdoor furniture is invincible - it's designed to live outside, after all - but if you want to keep it looking its best, you'll need to maintain it. Rain, wind, and frost can cause their own problems, but one of your worst enemies when it comes to the upkeep of garden furniture is the sun. Since we mostly use it through the summer it's left to the peril of intense UV rays, with fading being a common problem.
