Q How can I make sure my wooden garden furniture is protected over autumn and winter? Beth James, Cardiff
A Becky Rackstraw, Managing Director at Protek, says…
After a hot and humid summer, garden wood will need some attention to prepare it for the winter months. Wood's numberone enemy is water, which can cause swelling that will damage furniture and reduce its lifespan. Mould can also take hold of wood quickly and frost will attack any exposed areas. You can protect wood by waterproofing it, and perhaps add a splash