Today I’m excited to share with you how to refresh your outdoor wicker furniture that perhaps has been exposed to the elements and is chipping, gray, and worn-out-looking. This process is SUPER simple and I’m excited to share with you the process!
This is been such crazy week around here but I’m happy to say I’m finally back on track with my video tutorial-making! It has been over a year since I made a new one, so I was long overdue. AND besides today’s, I have another one coming next week! Hopefully I can keep this momentum going. 🙂 Also… TODAY IS VINTAGE MARKET DAYS! I’m heading out at 12 when the gates open with my daughter, to get a peek at things and take a few pictures! If you see me wandering around with my daughter, say hello! I’ll also be back on Saturday morning around 10-12ish!
Looks great right?
Well take a look at the before…
I seriously was tempted SO MANY TIMES to either sell them for dirt-cheap or donate them. I’m glad I didn’t because look at what a little solid stain can do?
It’s like a freakin new chair!!!
So here are the two main products you need:
Olympic Maximum Stain +Sealant in One Solid Stain in Cedar
(I chose cedar because it was a close match to the under-cushion seat portion and it was pretty close color match to the wicker couch I have– they have lots of colors though)
Clear outdoor protective topcoat (I used a Valspar brand, but this one is just as good: Rust-Oleum Universal, All Surface Dead Flat Clear Topcoat Spray Paint– made for wood, metal, and more)
And here is the video!
I have a patio refresh coming on monday, where these chairs play a role, and the weather is finally starting to be the temp at which I want to be outside all the time– meaning we can actually enjoy the patio!
I mean… c’mon! I even impressed myself. 😉
In case you are curious, the cushions and stool are from World Market.
The chair was originally from Pier One that I bought on Craigslist– I will definitely be getting some furniture covers for extra protection on these chairs once the harsh Missouri storms come rolling in… I don’t want to worry about re-coating for several years!
I hope you enjoyed this makeover and the video tutorial! Let me know if there is any other project you’d like me to do a video tutorial on! I’m taking requests! 😉
These do look amazing! Thanks for walking us through your steps. Have fun at VMD, find a treasure for me 🙂
Your video was so well done. Great job! I have seriously thought about purchasing the outdoor imitation wicker furniture because of the maintenance of the real deal but haven’t been that impressed with the styles and quality to choose from. You’ve sold me on looking for a Craigslist set to give new life.?
They look fantastic. I have a set that was very expensive but needs tlc. I was hesitant to touch them but after watching your video, I can’t wait to spruce them up. Thanks!
OK. Watched. 🙂 Question though… what if I want a color. Or white. Does this come in that option! They look great, BTW! Thanks!
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I followed the staining steps and my wicker couch is not drying. I am working on my outdoor covered patio and unfortunately it has been raining for the past 6 days. 6 days and it’s beautiful, but still tacky to the touch…..what can I do?
I’m thinking the person who had trouble with drying might not have allowed the first coat to dry before applying the second. That wasn’t mentioned in the video, I don’t think. This is just the project I was looking for, happy to see that Incanbget rid of the greyness on my ” new” craigslist furniture!
Curious.
If the furniture was prepped first?
I have some Pier 1 rattan furniture I bought years ago and tried sanding the weathered stain and wicker.
I am contemplating Rustoleum Spray paint instead but will miss the look of stain.
I didn’t do much prep other then wipe off dirt and anything loose.
Hi,
The look fabulous! I have the same question as Charlotte. How do I paint/stain/change my cane to white? (Loyd Loom effect)
That would be an awesome video.
Thank you!
I’m sure there is a white pickling stain— I would just go to Lowe’s and check!
I was thinking about using a spray paint to save time with a brush, is that something that would be smart, or cause more problems? Lol
Thanks for the videos 🙂
Is this fake wicker (plastic) or the real thing?
It’s real wicker. Plastic wouldn’t absorb the stain.
Will this work on rattan?
Will this work on rattan?
yes!
The Valspar perfect project top coat is no longer available. What do you recommend as a replacement.?
I have the same question as Diane Ambrose about a replacement for Valspar Perfect Project Top Coat, which is no longer available. Thanks for any tips!
Hi there! I would definitely use this one by Rust-Oleum: https://rstyle.me/+rq3QY5A6hWwBkUi_6QklMA
My wicker is white and I believe paint. Can I stain over the paint? I am afraid if I spray paint my set it will flake /chip off. What do you suggest?
You can use a solid-color waterproofing stain (like for a deck) and it will work over paint. Might have to do a couple coats to get it looking right tho. It won’t chip off if you use a clear top coat (like what I did) and keep it out of the harsh elements (try to bring it in or cover it during storms).
Love this! I have 2 chairs that need a good refresh. Do you think the semi-solid stain would work too? Or only the solid stain like you used?
Yes you can use a semi-solid but it will show the original color/imperfections a bit more.
Great info thank you!! Love your cushions how big are they and where did you get them. My chairs are fairly large and I’m having a hard time finding cushions to fit 24×25
I got them at World Market!
I have two beautiful white wicker rockers that I spray painted a few years ago. The white paint is chipping. They stay out on my screened in deck. I was going to throw them away, until I saw your video. Should I try to scrap off the peeling paint before staining?
Yes, remove any chipping or peeling paint as much as possible. Use like a nylon brush and I’d even go over it with a sanding sponge to smooth any rough parts.
My neighbor was selling the patio furniture that she originally purchased at Pier One as well. I purchased all 4 pieces, and they are in really good shape. However, one of the chairs has some of the wickers broken. Nothing super big, but enough to need a bit fixing. What is the best way to mend it? I have already purchased the two products from your video, but I want to fix the damage before moving forward. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. BTW, your technique was the best one I found. Thanks!
Neither of the products you recommended are available anymore, do you have similar recommendations? I would love to try this on my wicker set but am not sure what to use…. thanks!
I found a white rattan headboard that could use some work. It will be indoor and not outdoor but do you think this stain will cover the white well?
The stain is pretty opaque but it isn’t paint so I’m not sure how it would cover over white. You might test a small area and see how it looks!