The rattan garden sofa is perfect for providing us with a great place to relax in comfort outdoors. Especially if you want to hold summer parties and barbecues, it provides adequate and comfortable seating. But there is one thing that cannot be avoided, there will be some barbecue sauce and other food residue on the fabric of the sofa cushions left marks. As well as being left outdoors for long periods of time, it also faces the effects of mold, tree sap, and bird droppings. Often in the form of nasty and stubborn stains that can permanently alter the appearance of your beautiful rattan furniture. Although these cushions are specially coated during the manufacturing process to make them resistant to stains, UV rays and moisture, they are still unavoidable over time.

Therefore, we should plan to clean your rattan sofa cushions regularly before storing them for emergencies or cleaning them more frequently when stains occur. Depending on where they are stored, you may also need to clean your rattan sofa set before you use it for the first time each year. After all, taking good care of these cushions means better prolonging the service life of rattan furniture and saving you extra expenses for replacing furniture. Below, you will find a summary of some of the stains that you often encounter in everyday life. Cleaning each of these stubborn stains requires a slightly different approach. Try some of the following stain-specific suggestions to make your rattan effect sofa look new again.

The method of cleaning bird droppings on this type of sofa cushions:
Mold is likely to occur whenever there is moisture and dirt, which pretty much describes the environment in many areas rattan sofa outdoor. Mold can cause unsightly stains and blemishes on cushions and can cause other health problems. To remove mold from cushions, make a cleaning solution by mixing 1 cup of borax with 4 cups of water. Apply liberally to the fabric with a brush or sponge, then blot dry with a clean microfiber cloth, then rinse thoroughly and lift the cushion to allow it to dry. For stubborn stains, you may need to let the cleaning solution soak in for 30 minutes. Another option is to make your own cleaning solution fabric by mixing 1 tablespoon of bleach with 1 pint of water. Follow the same instructions, but be sure to test the mixture on an inconspicuous area first to make sure the bleach does not discolor the cushion.

The method of cleaning tree sap on this type of sofa cushions：
Tree sap is a difficult stain to remove because it is both sticky and greasy. Therefore, removing sap stains from rattan sofa cushions is a multi-part process. First, use an enzyme-based stain remover and apply it directly to the stain; let it soak for 15 minutes. While soaking, make a paste with laundry detergent and water, then apply the paste to the stain with a soft-bristle brush and gently scrub. Finally, rinse the area with hot water. If the stain is still visible, repeat the process.

The method of cleaning mold on this type of sofa cushions:
To remove bird droppings from cushions for rattan furniture, first dry it and wipe it off as much as possible with a clean microfiber cloth or sponge. Then put 1 teaspoon of detergent, 1 teaspoon of borax and 1 quart of warm water into a clean spray bottle; Shake and mix well. Spray the solution on the stain and let it soak for a few minutes; Rinse thoroughly until all residues disappear.

The method of cleaning oil stains on this type of sofa cushions:
When your cushions for rattan corner sofa dining set gets a grease stain, treat the food stain immediately by sprinkling baking soda or cornstarch over the area and allowing it to absorb all the grease and oil. Then gently scrape up the powder and repeat until most of the food residue is removed. Mix another 1 cup of borax with 4 cups of water to make a cleaning solution. Apply liberally to the cushion with a brush or sponge, then blot with a clean microfiber cloth, then rinse thoroughly and lift the cushion to dry. For stubborn stains, you may need to let the cleaning solution soak in for 30 minutes.

The method of cleaning wine on this type of sofa cushions:
If you accidentally spill red wine on your rattan sofa set, sprinkle the area with baking soda or cornstarch to absorb as much as possible, apply liberally and let it sit for a few minutes to soak up the stain and treat any residue. Then mix hydrogen peroxide and dishwashing liquid in a 3:1 ratio and apply to the red wine stain. Test the mixture in an inconspicuous area first to ensure the fabric does not discolor, then apply directly to the stain and let sit for 20 to 30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and repeat as necessary.

The method of cleaning blood stains on this type of sofa cushions:
Inevitably, bumps and bruises during outdoor activities can lead to blood on the cushion. To remove blood stains from rattan sofa cushions, make a stain remover solution using ½ tablespoon of detergent, ¼ cup of hydrogen peroxide and 1 cup of cold water. Test the solution in an inconspicuous area and apply it directly to the stain. Let it soak in for about 10 minutes, then blot with a clean, damp cloth.

These are the 6 common stain problems in our daily life and the solutions for them. You can use one of these methods to clean your rattan effect sofa cushions to keep your rattan garden sofa in the best condition. When you are done, you can rest high and enjoy your summer smoothie or barbecue with your friends and family.