How to Refinish a Porch Swing
- Step 1 - Check all Wood Parts. Look at all the parts of the support frame, the seat frame, the arms, the seat, and the...
- Step 2 - Replace Wooden Parts and Refinish as Needed. Use fresh screws, bolts and nuts to attach frames, seat and back...
- Step 3 - Inspect the Support Chains and Other Hardware. Check the porch swing chains, the chain...
How do you make a porch swing out of fabric?
Mark the position of channels and seams as necessary. Cut each piece of your porch swing upholstery from your outdoor fabric. Cut pieces from an inexpensive cotton fabric like muslin if you are using a light-colored outdoor upholstery fabric. Press a hem at the edge of the fabric.
How do you fix a broken swing on a porch swing?
Check the porch swing chains, the chain brackets and the hardware that will fasten it to the ceiling of your porch. Replace any rusty, twisted or corroded hardware and chains. Remove rusted chains by releasing the S hooks. Replace both the chains and hooks. Close the S hooks by squeezing firmly with pliers.
How do you secure a porch swing to a tree limb?
Wimpy tree limbs won't support a porch swing. Choose a strong, sturdy limb when hanging your swing. Protect the limb from abrasion by padding the hanging chains with a rubber hose. Then fasten the chains around the limb with a heavy, rust-resistant bolt, remembering to add an inch or two to the swing length when positioning the chains.
How do you cut a canopy for a porch swing?
Work from the center of one side to the center of the other, pulling the fabric taut and cutting away the excess as needed. Secure each piece of fabric one by one onto your porch swing. Use your traced canopy pattern to cut out a new canopy for your patio swing.
How do you replace the fabric on a porch swing?
2:1435:36How to Replace Sling Fabric on a 2-Person Swing - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThat's next we've removed the old sling fabric from the chair we're gonna use it to measure for theMoreThat's next we've removed the old sling fabric from the chair we're gonna use it to measure for the new one here we're using awls. And hammering them into the table with the fabric pulled taut.
How do you Reweb a swing?
0:061:16#CatholicHandyman Porch Swing Repair. - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI'm going to strap that on here i'm going to do it over the court. Several of them and then weave itMoreI'm going to strap that on here i'm going to do it over the court. Several of them and then weave it up and down it'll look sort of like the lawn chair.
How do you fix a ripped patio swing?
1:302:46How to Repair a Torn Patio Swing Seat Lining - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipApply a thin layer of vinyl adhesive on the underside of the vinyl liner where it touches the patch.MoreApply a thin layer of vinyl adhesive on the underside of the vinyl liner where it touches the patch. Press. And hold the vinyl liner against the patch for one to two minutes to allow the adhesive.
Should I paint or stain my porch swing?
High-quality woods take stain better, which requires less future maintenance because paint has a tendency to chip and fade faster. Paint is less durable than oils, but is still a good option if it helps you achieve the desired look for your swing.
How do you attach a webbing to a metal frame?
0:572:15Steel Tab Clip Vinyl Strap Installtion - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAn alternate method to the installation is to insert the steel tab clip. Into the hole in the vinylMoreAn alternate method to the installation is to insert the steel tab clip. Into the hole in the vinyl strap.
How do you fix a swing canopy?
0:059:05How to Replace an Outdoor Swing Canopy - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe first step is to remove the canopies rails from the frame of the swing. We've already done thisMoreThe first step is to remove the canopies rails from the frame of the swing. We've already done this now we're going to talk about measuring. And fabric selection. This is the old fabric.
How do you fix a ripped canvas chair?
Remove the seams that hold the canvas to the chair with a seam ripper. ... Thread a sewing machine with upholstery thread and set it to sew a wide zigzag stitch with a short stitch length. ... Replace the canvas on the chair and sew the seams together again as described in the first section.
What kind of stain do you use on a porch swing?
1:524:02Weatherproofing Exterior Swings with Olympic Stains and SealantsYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAs you can tell this is a beautiful swing but it's been outside for many years and the weather isMoreAs you can tell this is a beautiful swing but it's been outside for many years and the weather is definitely taken its toll on it. Now I'll be using the Olympic elite stain plus sealant.
What kind of paint do you use on a wooden porch swing?
Krylon® ColorMaster™ Paint + Primer can make any space an inviting place to hang.
Can you spray paint a porch swing?
Pride shines through when you spray paint a swing for your sun porch or sunroom in a bright, bold color like Magenta. Bring a summery look to your space with Rust-Oleum spray paint. Make sure your swing is clean and dry before painting.
How to Refresh a Porch Swing with Teak Oil
"It’s always amazing—and honestly, really surprising—when you can take a bench that’s never been treated (or an old and dirty bench) and totally bring it back to life."
Step 1: Tape Off Metal and Rope
Start by covering everything except the specific material you’ll be cleaning—in this case, wood. Here, we taped off metal and the rope that hangs the swing. We also rinsed off any vegetation that might come into contact with the cleaner.
Step 2: Mix Penofin Cleaner
Penofin comes in three steps. Penofin Step 1 is a stripper, Penofin Step 2 is a cleaner, and Penofin Step 3 is a brightener. Because we’re dealing with a swing that’s only been oiled in the past and hasn’t been painted, we jumped over Penofin Step 1 and straight to Penofin Step 2.
Step 4: Scrub
After you’ve applied Penofin Step 2 to your piece of furniture, scrub the wood lightly. If you scrub too hard, you’ll raise the wood—again, less is more here.
Step 5: Rinse
Once you’ve given the wood a good scrub, it’s time to rinse. Spray it down with a hose, or pour buckets of water on it—it really doesn’t matter how you do it, so long as all the Penofin Step 2 is washed away.
Step 6: Mix Penofin Brightener
Penofin Step 3 is the brightener—it restores the color of the wood and brings it back to life. Wearing gloves, mix Penofin Step 3 with warm water until the crystals have dissolved, like we did earlier. And remember: less is more.
Step 8: Rinse Again!
This is always a fun step for me—as you rinse off the brightener, you can see how it changes the color of the wood.
How to Refinish an Outdoor Wooden Swing
Refinishing an outdoor wooden swing is super simple with the Wagner FLEXiO 4000. Last month, we shared with your our Outdoor Planter Bench project that added not only more seating for our backyard but also a fun pop of color. Today’s project is one that has been on our ‘to-do’ list for quite some time.
PREPARE
One of our first purchases as new homeowners was this A-frame outdoor wooden swing. That was over a decade ago and it was badly in need of refinishing! I am going to tell you how we gave new life to this swing. It is super important to prepare the swing before painting, and that includes sanding it.
SETTING UP THE WAGNER SPRAYTECH FLEXIO 4000
Take the time to set up the FLEXiO 4000 paint sprayer correctly. For best results, I suggest thoroughly reading through the instructions on how to assemble and use it. Be sure to do a test spray and practice with the included spray poster. Set the pressure control on the X-Boost power dial to medium-low.
HOW TO SPRAY
Change the air cap to match the direction you’re going to paint, either horizontal or vertical.
PAINTING WITH WAGNER FLEXIO
Hold the sprayer about 6-8 inches from the surface and move the sprayer in smooth even passes across your surface. Allow the paint to dry before adding another coat or touching up any spots. This guest post was created by the Juggling Act Mama blog. Visit jugglingactmama.com for the full refinishing tutorial!
