How to Repair Wrought Iron Patio Furniture

Considering the cost of replacing wrought iron patio furniture, it makes sense to repair it. Do this yourself with a little effort and time at minimal expense. Since you are breathing new life into your furniture, this is a good time to consider making changes to the finish. Does the original black still take your breath away, or would you prefer a rich verdigris patina or another color? Your wrought iron patio furniture, properly repaired and maintained, should last a lifetime.

Liquid dish soap
Hose
Bucket
Dish detergent
Sandpaper
Green rust remover
Dust mask or respirator
Cotton towel
Chemical stripper
Heavy-duty chemical-resistant gloves
Safety goggles
Old paint brush
Scrub brush
Rust resistant paint
Decorative finishing glaze (optional)
Paint brushes or foam applicators

Instructions

- 1
  Add 1/4 cup liquid dish soap to a bucket of hot water, and scrub your wrought iron furniture with a scrub brush to remove dirt and debris.
- 2
  Rinse by spraying with a hose, removing all soapy residue.
- 3
  Dry your wrought iron patio furniture with a cotton towel or a hair dryer, then let dry completely in a well-ventilated area, preferably in the sunshine.
- 4
  Sand where necessary to remove rust or chipping paint. Sand all the way through the rust to remove it completely.
- 5
  Paint the area with a green rust remover that turns into a black powder if rust is present. Brush off the black residue to remove final traces of rust.
- 6
  Take your wrought iron piece to a professional welder for repair before proceeding if there are broken or weak sections.
- 7
  Apply a rust resistant primer to all surfaces, and let dry thoroughly.
- 8
  Apply two thin, even coats of rust resistant paint, according to the manufacturer's instructions on the can, to cover repairs and brighten your furniture.
- 9
  Let your wrought iron patio furniture dry, undisturbed, in a sheltered area for 24 hours before use.

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