But keeping it clean means there is less chance of it being damaged and eroded from the detritus and grime that sits on the surface of the wood. Keeping your garden bench covered will help minimise dirt but when your bench needs to be varnished or treated, you will need to clean the surface grime off it. To remove an old finish, you will need either a good quality paint or varnish stripper or, if you have one and are confident in using it, a heat gun. Which bench will you select to add to your garden space? Come down into the yard and enjoy nature’s spectacular show! Weather is the main enemy of any outdoor wood installation, including your garden bench. Protecting it from the worst of the weather is essential and varnishing or oiling helps to maintain its appearance, as well as a much-needed protective layer. As well as sanding lightly, sand your outdoor wooden bench with the grain – any swirl marks will stand out when you varnish the bench so take your time.

This vintage-style settee has a cast iron frame and measures 39 by 20 by 31.5 inches. With a cast aluminum seat, the overall product weight is just 30 pounds.

Varnishing wood builds a protective layer over the wood, contributing not only to how long the hard wood garden bench will last but also its beauty.

For stubborn paint or varnish surfaces, use a combination of heat gun first, followed by a chemical paint stripper. Made in the USA from pine and stainless steel, this model boasts a weather-resistant protective stain that’s available in 17 colors.Keeping them clean is important. Metal plaques are best cleaned with a suitable cleaning substance, and there are specific leaning products for both brass and stainless-steel plaques. Apply three thin coats of epoxy. Again, copy sailors and use a small foam roller. And always follow the instructions of the epoxy mix you are using. Curing or setting times vary depending on the ambient temperature and the size of the project.