The Truth About Shrink Wrapping

Summer has ended and the New Jersey snow is coming. So let me ask you…did you shrink wrap?

People often clean their gutters, cover their shrubs and cover the grill. I left out the most common and expensive part of outdoor living, furniture. The vast majority of people I speak with, store their patio furniture in a shed, garage or basement. Personally, that sounds like a lot of work. However, something has to be done to protect that expensive investment. This is where shrink wrap comes in. Shrink wrapping can protect every single from furniture and grills to swing sets and gazebos.

Why Shrink Wrap?

You may have heard that shrink wrapping is the perfect way to protect your exterior items. But what exactly is shrink wrapping?

Shrink wrapping is a vinyl (plastic) film. This film is used to cover the item and then heat is applied to shrink it to a tight fit. This fit is airtight and watertight making it the perfect material for protection.

Shrink wrapping is used to protect against water, ice, snow, uv rays, insects, rodents and animals, literally everything. The best part of this vinyl wrap, is how easy it is to remove. Just cut it with a knife and recycle it. This is hands down the perfect solution to protect your valuable outdoor investments.

Benefits of Shrink Wrapping

Where should we start. I just have you the readers digest version but in case you want more information, I’m going to go more in depth.

There are many benefits to shrink wrapping outdoor items. Here are some of the reasons you should use shrink wrapping to protect your items throughout the harsh Monmouth County, NJ winter

Protection

When shrink wrap is properly heated and sealed, your items are no longer susceptible  to the damage caused by dust, dirt, or moisture. That means no mould or mildew!

More so, shrink wrapping can even protect against harmful UV rays. This will protect your items from fading and sunlight damage.

Durability

Shrink wrap is extremely durable and will last through the harshest of cold weather. Once your outdoor furniture is wrapped it will not loosen or decay from extreme cold or even heat. The vinyl wrap stays tightly sealed over your belongings and keeps them safe, no question asked.

Just remember, vinyl shrink wrap is made from durable plastic that is very difficult to puncture or tear.

Affordability

Shrink wrapping is a very affordable option. You have to understand the full benefits and what exactly you are receiving for your money. Yes, it is more expensive than moving the furniture into storage. However, it’s affordable due to the extremely worry free benefits that come along with it.

Convenience of Shrink Wrapping

This is one of the best benefits of shrink wrapping. It is very easy to manage all of your furniture. It is wrapped all together nice and tight. Once the winter is over, you quickly and easily cut the film and your furniture is exactly how you left it!

Some shrink wrapping systems provide a zipper which allows access to items while providing an easy way to re-wrap them afterwards. However, this option can become expensive.

Why Shrink Wrap instead of a Tarp?

First and foremost, tarps stink! They require either rope or weighted objects to hold them down. They are prone to decaying and even blowing away in the wind. Even worse, they can actually destroy your furniture by chafing away the finish.

Shrink wrapping fits snug and perfectly shapes to your items providing no room for error. Unlike tarps, no animals, birds or bugs can get into the shrink wrapping. Here’s a nice list form to compare the two;

Disadvantage of Tarp

• Leaves, snow, and animals will get under a tarp which can destroy your items.
• Water can pool actually pool on top of a tarp and cause damage.
• Wind can loosen the tarp and leave the items in the weather.
• Ropes or weights can become loose and end up causing damage.

Disadvantages of Shrink Wrap

• None

DIY vs Hiring a Professional

Shrink wrapping is not a very difficult task to complete. But that is depending on what you are trying to wrap. It takes experience and knowledge to be able to safely and effectively wrap many items. I have received calls from homeowners who attempted to wrap their own furniture and then need us to fix their mistakes. If you choose to complete this task on your own, I suggest watching from YouTube videos first.

Hiring the professionals here at All Clean Exteriors to shrink wrap your outdoor furniture is an effective and efficient way to protect your patio furniture all winter long.

Final Thoughts

Shrink wrap is made of quality vinyl plastic designed to protect and allow for easy removal in the Spring. When done properly, shrink wrapping is the perfect solution to protect your valuable outdoor furniture.

Shrink wrap will create a waterproof, weatherproof and tamper-proof environment. It can protect your furniture from the harmful UV rays of the sun and more. By using our shrink wrap in Monmouth County, NJ, you will protect your items against fading and other weather wear and tear. Shrink wrapping is recyclable and environmentally friendly when disposed of properly. Look no further, give us a call now for your free INSTANT estimate. 732-570-4923.