I bought dirty garden chairs for £1 and got them back as good as new with a discount of £1.50
A WOMAN shared how she saved a lot of money by adding some lawn chairs to her home.
The woman took to social media to say she had bagged the bargains for just £1 each, with many of the sun loungers costing over £100.
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She shared a photo of the two chairs on Facebook, showing that one was pale white and the other was dark green.
She said she had managed to get the bargains at the recycling centre for £1 each.
But the DIYer admitted that with some effort and a cheap cleaning agent, she had made them as good as new again.
She wrote: “I bought these for a quid from a recycling centre. After a good clean and 3in1 oil they looked as good as new. The picture on the left shows what they looked like before.”
The clever woman later revealed that she had bought the 3-in-1 oil at Poundland for just £1.50.
The versatile product can lubricate, clean, polish and prevent rust.
She used the oil and rubbed it over the chair to remove the faded white color and bring the chair back to life.
Not only can it be used on plastic, but it is also perfect for use around the house on squeaky doors, in the workshop or garden, on your car or for your bicycle.
The post shared on the Facebook page, Ideas for a garden renovation on a budgethas gone viral with hundreds of likes.
People immediately praised the woman for her money-saving trick.
Someone wrote: “There is no way the white turned green again because all the color was bleached out. The green looks brand new.”
“I know, it’s awesome, right?” the DIYer replied.
Another commented, “That’s satisfying.”
“Wow, that’s really well done,” wrote a third.
How to Upcycle Garden Furniture in 3 Steps
There really is no need to spend a fortune on new garden furniture.
Rebecca Miller, Fabulous deputy editor and garden enthusiast, has shared her tips for transforming old, worn-out furniture into furniture that looks as good as new.
“Recycling centers, landfills, thrift stores, and Facebook Marketplace are great places to find cheap secondhand items.
All you need to do is set aside an afternoon to cheer them up. And you can get your kids involved!
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Everything looks better after a good scrub.
If in doubt, it is best to use a solution of dish soap and warm water and remove all dirt and dust.
If the furniture can withstand some pressure, why not clean it with a pressure washer?
Let it dry and you will be able to see what you are dealing with.
Refurbish
If the furniture is a little wobbly or you’re not sure how sturdy it is, take a moment to check all of the fasteners and replace or tighten them.
Colour
The quickest way to transform a piece of furniture is with a lick of paint.
When choosing a new color, base it on shades that complement your existing garden design and plants. Most importantly, choose a color that will put a smile on your face.”
Meanwhile, a fourth said: “Fantastic makeover.”
“Well, you learn something new every day,” claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: “Looks amazing! I love seeing things being recycled that other people have thrown away……..One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, as they say, you’re helping the planet too, win-win.”
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