How to Stack Patio Chairs
Outdoor patio chairs are a must for any home deck or patio. They are convenient and lightweight. Made of durable plastic in a variety of popular colors, they are an excellent way to provide instant seating when unexpected guests arrive, since they can be kept neatly stacked until needed.
Supplies
- Old towels
- Furniture tarp
- Determine a secure place to stack your chairs. It should be out of the way and secure in the event of high winds or inclement weather.
- Clean your chairs before stacking. Remove any fallen debris such as leaves or twigs. Hose the chairs off with a garden hose to remove any bird droppings or body oils.
- Use a cloth to dry each of the chairs thoroughly. The chairs must be completely dry before stacking. If they are left with a residue of water, mold and mildew can develop and damage the them while they are in storage. Allow the chairs to sit in the sun for at least one hour before stacking.
- Stack the chairs one by one. Place each chair inside of the one underneath. For extra protection from moisture and to prevent scratching, place an old towel in the seat of each chair as you stack. Do not stack your chairs higher than 10 per stack.
- Use an outdoor furniture tarp to cover the stacked chairs when they are not in use. This will prevent bird droppings and debris from staining the plastic.
- For winter, the stacked chairs should be stored inside whenever possible, to prevent freezing.