URBAN OUTDOOR FURNITURE

Keeping your urban outdoor furniture from scratching composite deck tiles requires proactive protection strategies. Composite materials, while durable, can develop surface scratches from furniture movement and weight pressure. Implement these five effective methods to maintain your deck's pristine appearance. First, use specialized furniture pads made from felt, rubber, or plastic beneath all furniture legs and contact points. These create a protective barrier while preventing sliding. Second, consider investing in furniture with wide, flat bases that distribute weight evenly rather than concentrating pressure on small points. Third, regularly rearrange your furniture layout to prevent permanent indentations in specific areas. Fourth, clean both your deck tiles and furniture bottoms frequently to remove abrasive dirt and debris that can act like sandpaper during movement. Fifth, for heavy items like grills or planters, use wheeled dollies with soft rubber wheels that allow movement without dragging. When scratches do occur, most composite deck manufacturers provide color-matched repair kits that can effectively minimize visible damage. For daily maintenance, gently lift rather than drag furniture when rearranging, and consider using outdoor rugs in high-traffic furniture zones. These preventive measures will help maintain your composite deck's aesthetic appeal while extending its lifespan significantly.