Let’s make your wicker last.

Wicker furniture is no different.

In between vacuuming sessions, go over your wicker furniture with a duster.

White Porch with Green Wicker Rocking Chairs

Credit:Laurey W. Glenn

Even though a strong cleaner might be your first instinct,don’t reach for the bleach.

Instead, use a solution with a ratio of one-part vinegar to four-parts water.

Use a microfiber cloth to wipe the solution over the moldy and mildewed areas.

Then use a damp cloth to wipeclean with water.

Again, pros advise that you go easy with the waterporous natural wicker furniture shouldn’t be soaked.

Also, never store natural wicker pieces in damp places, like basements.

Wipe down clean, dry wicker furniture with a rag dipped in lemon oil.

When To Call A Professional

If you notice breaking or unraveling, contact a furniture repair specialist.

Otherwise, the process is just as straightforward as cleaning any other key in of wicker item.