As you move your furniture around your garden to chase the sun, grit and stones may get tracked onto your composite deck and cause scratches and scuffs.
These marks can usually be removed using a repair kit, which typically contains wax or epoxy fillers to cover up blemishes.
Furniture Covers
Composite decks provide more than just access; they extend your home’s sense of style into an outdoor living space. Therefore, you want it to look its best year after year – fortunately there are multiple ways you can protect it against furniture scratches!
One popular approach is using furniture covers. These stretchy materials cover the legs of your furniture to prevent scratching and staining; they’re available at most home improvement stores and provide an effective way to keep your composite deck clean.
An alternative option for protecting composite decks from scratches is nylon protection pads or glides, available online or from hardware stores and easily slipped over furniture feet. They prevent any abrasive movements on composite decking while spreading weight more evenly while offering cost-effective scratch protection for composite decking surfaces.
Finally, make every effort to avoid wearing high heels on your composite deck. Even though they may come equipped with rubber caps to soften their impact, high heels still pack quite an impactful punch if guests choose to wear them on your deck; offer alternative footwear like flip flops or hotel slippers instead as alternatives. Furthermore, trim any plants around it at least a foot away so mold or mildew doesn’t form and cause scuff marks on its boards.
Outdoor Rugs
An effective and stylish solution for protecting a composite deck from furniture scratches is using outdoor rugs. Not only do they add character and style to your garden design, but they can also protect its surface from scratches caused by furniture moving around or pets clawing at it.
When selecting an outdoor rug for your composite deck, look for one made of durable fabric that can withstand weathering and prevent fading, as well as staining and mould growth. A great material option would be polypropylene which resembles plastic used in sportswear and ropes – ideal if you have young children as it will withstand rough play without shredding! This durable option may even withstand accidental fingers touching it!
Furniture pads, similar to what would be used on hardwood flooring, can also provide excellent protection. Available both online and at hardware stores, furniture pads come in all sorts of shapes and sizes; some can slip over existing feet while others need to be tapped in with a hammer – nylon pads should always be chosen over rubber ones as rubber can discolor PVC.
Scratch repair pens may also prove effective; these should be applied directly onto the composite deck and rubbed in. While these may work effectively, they tend to only work well with darker wood shades that do not match exactly your composite deck’s color.
Furniture Leg Pads
Composite decks may provide superior scratch resistance compared to wooden ones, yet they still risk being damaged from furniture and other outdoor items. A few simple precautions will ensure your composite deck looks its best for years.
Weather, pets, children and furniture are often responsible for scratches and marks on a composite deck. Heavy winds or rain may scuff its surface while hail can nick or chip boards.
Furniture can cause permanent abrasive marks on composite decking if it’s dragged across it, leaving scratches. Protective pads for chair and table legs may reduce this risk; or an outdoor rug could act as a buffer between your deck and furniture legs.
High heels can leave permanent marks on composite decking. While most versions feature a rubber cap to cushion their impact, high heels still leave deep scratches that leave lasting impressions in its surface. Instead, encourage guests to use flip flops or hotel slippers while on your deck.
As tedious as maintaining your composite deck may seem, doing it properly can actually increase its enjoyment and allow more time spent outdoors relaxing in the sun. Follow these simple steps to ensure its beauty for years to come and ensure maximum enjoyment from your outdoor space!
Heat Gun
Even though composite decks are extremely durable, they may still sustain damage from furniture dragging along it. Minor scratches and scuffs are easily removable while deeper marks may require gentle sanding before touching up with some deck repair wax.
Heat guns can often help reduce the appearance of minor scratches on composite decks, while gently rubbing with an abrasive pad may also work well. Before opting for this technique, be sure to test a hidden spot to make sure your deck can withstand it before trying the full technique on every part.
People often turn to wire brushes in addition to heat guns to help light scratches blend in with the rest of their deck, providing another effective method. Similar to heating up material, however, this solution does not heat it further; the scuffed areas will initially appear lighter, yet should fade into their more natural state through weathering over time.
Maintaining a regular cleaning regimen on your composite deck is an invaluable way to prevent major repairs or even worse, mould and mildew growth. Swirling away debris helps prevent build-up which could cause further damage; promptly cleaning up food or beverage spills helps avoid staining; laying protective mats will prevent heavy furniture dragging across it, thus helping avoid scratches on its surface.