Machine washable furniture covers are convenient, but if your outdoor cushions don't have removable cases, don't worry.

The cushions look like absolute garbage after this step. Scrub it with a brush. For small spot cleaning, I use an old toothbrush, and for bigger stains, I use a 6-inch iron handle scrub brush.

A couch is one of the most important pieces of furniture in the home. It's central to the living room, and its placement is ...