How to Clean Patio Swing Cushions

Now that summer has arrived it is time to prepare the patio for the family and guests. This means that the swing cushions will need cleaning after it has been exposed to all of the winter weather conditions. The rain, dust, moisture and wind can do damage to the furniture and cause damage even if the material is high quality.

Materials Needed

• Garden hose


• Bucket


• Liquid dish detergent


• Sponge

1. Remove the swing cushions and place them on a flat hard surface such as the patio deck or the driveway. Make sure the area is clean and free of dirt. Cover the surface with a plastic tarp if you have one.


2. Rinse the cushions with a garden hose to remove as much loose dirt and debris as possible. Make sure you rinse both sides of the cushion completely.


3. Fill a bucket with 1 gallon of warm water and 1 teaspoon of liquid dish detergent. Dip a sponge into the solution and clean the cushions on both sides. Scrub the cushions with gentle pressure as you move from side to side.


4. Go over the cushions one more time with the soap solution to make sure they are thoroughly clean.


5. Rinse both sides of the cushions with a garden hose. Make sure all of the soap is completely removed.


6. Squeeze as much water as possible out of the cushions. Place them in the sunlight and allow them to dry for four hours. Turn the cushions over and allow the other side to dry for four hours. Place the cushions back on the swing.