It’s time to turn your outdoor area into a full-on entertainment balcony for cookouts and deep conversations. At the same time, you don’t want the new Furniture to dent your flooring.

How do I keep my Patio furniture from scratching my deck? There are eight foolproof ways to ensure your Deck will be spic and span.

1. Consider a Different Material for Your Deck

Typically, you’d think the perfect patio is made out of concrete. However, the one problem with this material is that it’s not necessarily scratch-resistant.

If you want an outdoor entertainment space that can resist future scratches, you should opt for a different material. Look through the following for your next home renovation:

Wood

People tend to gravitate towards patios made out of Cedarwood.

Since Cedar doesn’t rot easily, you would think this is a great option for you too. This wood might not be the best for scratches, though. Here are other hardwood options that can improve your decking:

• Teak
• Tigerwood
• Mahogany
• Redwood
• Ipe (very very hard)

Stone

Natural stones for your outdoor living space are aesthetically pleasing and rather scratch-proof. Not to mention how they hold up against something suddenly crashing on the hard surface.

Tile

If you want a material known for its hardness but comes with finesse, then tiles are your best bet. You can even custom-design your tiles or pick from multiple patterns.

If you want a wood-themed motif without using any lumber for your patio, there are also lumber designs on tiles. For the material itself, porcelain is one of the top picks for tiles.

Composite

A composite deck is another type of deck you might want to consider. It’s made up of more than one component, like wood and plastic, unlike the other materials. A deck like this is known for its durability because it combines the properties of both wood and plastic.

In my opinion, composite deck last longer than wood and resists scratches better than anything else.

2. Layer on Some Sealant

Don’t leave your wood deck unprotected. Pressure-treated wood is durable but can still degrade if you leave it as is. That’s where sealant comes in.

This protective seal over your patio is a barrier between the flooring and the elements around it. The sealant keeps away anything that might deteriorate the condition of your deck, including scratching from your patio furniture.

Applying sealant is not a permanent cure-all, however. You still need to reapply it once the first layers fade away. Sealing your wooden decking should be done regularly if you want your deck to look as nice as possible.

3. Darken the Color of Your Deck

Scratches and stains on the floors of a patio are more visible on lighter-colored decking material. You might as well choose a darker shade, then.

Some paints even have their sealer right in the mix. With an option like this, you get a two-for-one whammy of a solution. Dark brown, for instance, will do just fine for a job like this.

However, if you don’t want to use paint, you can pick from many stains available. We recommend walnut stain, as it’s closest to the dark brown color paint.

4. Try Not to Move Your Furniture Around

If you weren’t careful with your patio furniture before, that’s likely when the imperfections on your flooring started. You can nip things in the bud by not moving any deck furniture.

That doesn’t mean your outdoor chairs can’t be moved altogether. You can change their positions, but not by pushing them around too much. Gently lift them, if you can, to the desired place you want your furniture to be.

Get someone to help you with the renovation process, so you don’t accidentally let a piece of furniture go midway.

5. Get Yourself an Outdoor Rug

Ever thought about getting a rug for your patio? It might be what you need right now to shield your patio flooring from further damage. A mat doesn’t just complement your patio furniture. An outdoor rug under your chairs and desks will cushion your deck from any more scratches.

Outdoor mats give off a cozy feeling in this particular outdoor living space. At the same time, they protect the flooring from the bottom of your chairs’ legs. You can further personalize your space with the type of rug you want.

6. Pick Different Furniture

Some patio furniture isn’t built for decks. They can be too heavy or have rather pointy legs that might end up scratching your lovely patio flooring.

Choose pieces with broad or flat legs. The bases of your furniture should be wide and stable so they won’t topple over. Lastly, lighter tables and chairs should be your aim so they won’t leave draglines.

7. Utilize Furniture Feet or Pads for Your Deck Chairs

The furniture itself needs a bit of help from us too from time to time. You can choose between furniture pads or feet or get both for double the protection.

Furniture Feet

These small protectors are here to preserve the flooring of your deck and your outside furniture. Made out of silicone, plastic, epoxy, or rubber, you stick these on the bottom of your table and chairs.

It works best if your patio is quite slippery or if you have heavy furniture made of wrought iron.

Furniture Pads

These pads are made for this reason too. Furniture pads, or glides, are commonly found in local hardware stores.

These glides can be made out of nylon or wood, depending on where you get them. Some outdoor furniture already has these built-in, so no hassle for you. Too much friction can dent your deck, so the pads scale down the pressure.

8. Don’t Let Your Pets Get Rowdy

We love our little animal friends. They make each day better with how playful they can be. Sadly, this occurrence isn’t good for your deck.

When your pets start to playfight with one another, they can scratch the deck with their claws or knock over your patio furniture in the process. Maintain the nails of your pups and kitties as a precaution. Make sure they won’t cause more accidents.

9. Check Your Patio Regularly

Some blemishes on the deck happen over time, even without you noticing it happening. If you spot a scratch starting to form, don’t forget about it. Figure out where it came from and repair it early before it can grow.

Minor repairs, like a nail sticking out of a board, can lead to more damage. It can make your table or chair stuck, forcing you to push too hard. Look for those signs whenever you get the chance.

10. Tidy Up Your Deck

One of the main reasons for the scratches on your deck is debris getting stuck under your furniture. The chair can drag a sharp twig or a jagged stone all over the floor if they’re under its legs.

Don’t let your patio furniture further scratch your flooring by keeping things neat. It’ll promote fewer accidents as well.