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Shoppers say this $18 color restorer makes faded patio furniture 'look like new'
Rejuvenate Outdoor Color Restorer quickly revives lackluster outdoor decor while protecting it from sun damage.
Poor patio furniture ... between sun exposure, wet conditions and the occasional white splatter courtesy of a bird flying by, it really gets put through the wringer! No wonder you probably feel the need to replace it every few years. The problem is that outdoor tables, chairs and the like can be insanely expensive. A more affordable solution? Doing as thousands of Amazon shoppers do and applying Rejuvenate Outdoor Color Restorer. This easy fix helps zhuzh up the appearance of faded furniture to extend its life, and according to many reviewers, it's so effective, it makes whatever it's used on "look like new." Intrigued? Well, a 16-oz bottle will only set you back $18, a fraction of the cost of a new patio set.
Summer's not over yet! There's still time to show off your new(ish) and improved outdoor decor.
Made in the USA, Rejuvenate Outdoor Color Restorer is safe to use on materials like vinyl, plastic, rubber, stone, fiberglass and metal, to name a few. It has plenty of outdoor applications beyond furniture, from giving lackluster vinyl siding a boost to shining up grills and car bumpers — even your mailbox.
To get started, you'll want to thoroughly clean and dry the surface of whatever you're using it on before applying. Once that's done, add a small amount of product to a cleaning cloth (with gloved hands) and wipe it onto a not-so-noticeable area as a test — a smart rule of thumb before applying any new substance. If all looks good once dry, go wild!
The water-based restorer is formulated to be quick-drying with minimal odor, and one bottle can cover up to 800 square feet. In addition to giving quick makeovers, this product "protects from oxidation, fading and sun damage," according to the brand. Speaking of sun, make sure the object you're using it on is in a shaded area and doesn't feel hot to the touch when applying. Super faded furniture might need a second coat, so just let the first one dry for 24 hours before giving it another go.
Over 3,300 Amazon customers have already had success using this versatile solution.
"I can’t say enough about how well this product worked!" exclaimed one convert. "I was getting ready for a party on very short notice and didn’t have a lot of time to spruce up my patio furniture. I was just going to use it on my table and chairs, but it was so easy and quick, I did all my outdoor furniture. ... It did not disappoint. I’ve used similar products with very poor results, but this actually exceeded my expectations."
"I was ready to paint my vinyl shutters until I did some research," explained another. "I first pressure-washed my faded blue shutters. Then I followed the instructions and applied the Rejuvenate to them. An unbelievable color restoration and shine. ... My neighbor said they liked my new ones! I said, no, these are the originals!"
"My patio furniture looks richer and more beautiful than when first purchased, amazing stuff!" raved a third. "I could not believe how little product is needed to refresh so many pieces of my outdoor furniture."
"Put disposable gloves on before wiping this on," warned a generally happy customer. "I didn’t have a mitt so [I] used new microfiber cloth. I rejuvenated my hands and nails accidentally! It was difficult to get off my skin, [I] had to use nail polish remover on my hands and nails twice to remove it all."
"The only downside is when the top of the table gets wet from the rain or hose, it gets water spotted," said a final reviewer. "I have to apply another coat of Rejuvenate, but that is a small downside considering it looks great the rest of the time."
Seeing is believing, so see for yourself!
You'll want to keep your hands covered while using the restorer — these cleaning gloves do double duty by protecting your skin and getting the product into every nook and cranny.
These reusable gloves are ideal for dusting and indoor cleaning tasks as well — just wash 'em with a little detergent in between uses.
"I used these all over the house. I was shocked at the amount of dust these picked up," shared a fan. "They were very easy to use on those tiny items. I can’t imagine going back to using a microfiber cloth for dusting anymore."
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
