Mold on my wicker chairs

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  1. Erica

    Erica Active Member

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    Well, this is not really gardening but it's about the chairs I use IN my garden- does that count?LOL

    Anyway, last year I bought 4 wicker armchairs from Ikea. I sprayed them with varnish but they are still "natural"- no paint. Anyway, i left them on my (covered) deck all winter under those plastic covers that are made for outdoor furniture. Anyway, today I uncovered them and they are covered in seafoam green mold and a bit of mildew. Any suggestions on taking that off? If I can't i can always paint them a solid colour.
    Thanks for any suggestions-
    Erica
     
  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Erica's Icky Ikea Wickies? Maybe just one of those household mold and mildew sprays is all you need.
     
  3. Rima

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    A bleach solution... and then keep them dry and in the sun.
     
  4. that dee girl

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    All wicker can be washed with a mild soap and water, and sprayed with the garden hose, and left to dry in the sun.
     
  5. garden diva

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    Best method I know is to use a solution of 1 part bleach to 4 parts water. You can use a toohbrush to get in small spaces. Wash with mild soap solution and water ,let dry in sun or dry area.
     

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