Furniture winterising in Exeter
Professional furniture winterising services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Full garden furniture winterising - cleaned, checked, treated, and either covered properly or moved into storage. Your patio set protected and ready to come back out looking good next spring.
Why Winterise Garden Furniture?
Because one Devon winter can age furniture five years. The constant wet, the moss, the mould - it all takes a serious toll if furniture isn't protected properly.
💡 Pro tip: Quality garden furniture costs £500-£2000. Spending £100 on proper winterising once a year is a no-brainer compared to replacing it.
What Happens If You Don't
| ✅ Properly Winterised | ❌ Left Out Unprotected |
|---|---|
| Clean and ready for spring | Green with algae and mould |
| Wood oiled, metal rust-free | Wood grey/split, metal rusted |
| Cushions dry and fresh | Cushions rotted or mildewed |
| Lasts 15+ years | Replace every 3-4 years |
What's Included
🔧 Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Clean | Brush down, wash, remove algae/dirt |
| Check | Look for damage, loose fixings, rot |
| Treat | Oil wood or treat metal as needed |
| Protect | Covers fitted properly OR moved to storage |
📦 You're Left With
- Furniture properly protected for winter
- Any issues flagged before they get worse
- Peace of mind until spring
Pricing Guide
| Setup | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small set (table + 2 chairs) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-85 |
| Standard patio set (table + 4-6 chairs) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-110 |
| Large set or moving to storage | 2+ hrs | £110+ |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Materials (oil, cleaner) extra if needed.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Quality furniture - you've invested in decent garden furniture worth protecting
✅ Exposed location - your garden gets hit by Devon's weather
✅ Busy life - you know you should do it but it keeps getting put off
✅ Getting it right - you want it done properly, not just thrown under a tarp
Why Choose Us for Furniture winterising in Exeter?
Professionally cleaned before storage
Protective treatment applied
Covers fitted properly
Spring-ready furniture
What to Expect
Step 1: Clean & Check
Everything gets brushed down and washed. While I'm doing that, I'm checking for any damage, loose bolts, or rot that needs sorting.
Step 2: Treat & Protect
Wood gets oiled (if it needs it), metal checked for rust and treated. Cushions removed and dried if needed.
Step 3: Cover or Store
Either covers go on properly (all straps used, tensioned right), or we move everything into your shed/garage - whichever you prefer.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to winterise your own furniture? Here's the proper method:
🔧 Tools & materials you'll need
- Stiff brush and bucket
- Garden furniture cleaner (or mild detergent)
- Teak oil or wood treatment (for wooden furniture)
- Metal treatment spray (for metal furniture)
- Covers (if not storing inside)
- Clean cloths
📐 The process
- Clean first - brush off loose dirt, then wash with cleaner
- Let it dry completely - crucial before treating or covering
- Check everything - tighten loose bolts, spot damage early
- Treat wood - 2 coats of oil, let each dry properly
- Check metal - any rust? Wire brush and treat it now
- Cover or store - only when 100% dry
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Covering furniture while still damp (mould city)
- Skipping the clean (dirt holds moisture against material)
- Not oiling wood annually (it dries out and splits)
- Loose covers that flap and rub paint off
💡 Pro trick: Before oiling wooden furniture, wipe it down with white spirit - removes the grey weathered layer so the oil actually soaks into fresh wood. Makes a massive difference to how it looks.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple garden areas? If you've got furniture in the front and back, or a separate dining set and loungers, book them all together - more efficient than separate visits.
Autumn special - October and November are my busiest months for this. Book early if you want a specific date.
Storage tip - If moving furniture into a shed or garage, stack carefully with something between pieces to let air circulate. Stops condensation issues.
Spring reversal - Need help getting it all back out, cleaned up and ready for summer? Same service works in reverse around March/April.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can't I just leave my garden furniture out all winter?
You can, but Devon winters are wet and windy. Wood goes green, metal rusts, cushions rot, and you'll be buying new furniture in a couple of years instead of enjoying the set you've got. Proper winterising adds years to its life.
What does winterising actually involve?
Clean it properly, check for any damage that needs fixing, treat/oil wood or check metal for rust spots, fit covers properly (or move to storage if you prefer), and make sure it'll survive winter without deteriorating.
Do I need to provide covers and treatment products?
Either way works. If you've already got them, great. If not, I can advise what you need and pick it up from the local merchant - just the cost of materials on top.
What if I want furniture moved into a shed or garage?
No problem - part of the service. As long as we can physically get it there, I'll move it for you. Much easier with two people for big table sets.
When should I get this done?
Late October or early November is ideal - after you've stopped using it but before the really wet weather sets in. That said, I do this right through autumn and early winter.
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