Garden Statue Maintenance

Garden statues are part of a tradition that goes back over 2,000 years. You likely don't need your own garden statue to survive that long, but prolonging the life of your favorite garden statues is a task that requires only a little time and attention. A bit of common sense garden statue maintenance will preserve the unique personality of your garden for years to come. A Matter of Time If you have natural concrete garden statues at your home, you will have a choice between allowing them to age or protecting them from the elements. Both options have their appeals. Natural aging and weathering will enhance the character and distinctiveness of your garden statues, though they'll likely acquire a white lime residue as well as some nicks and scratches. Regular application of a household lime remover is recommended. Extra protection against weather and time can be provided by applying a clear concrete sealer to your garden statue. Quarterly application of a sealer spray will also provide continuous protection, as would refinishing your garden statue every few years.

Bumps and Bruises

All garden statues are going to acquire some damage. Scratches can often be covered up using paint, depending of course on the color of your buddha garden statue.

More significant damage such as cracks or broken off pieces can be dealt with using a standard hardware epoxy. Just make sure to clean and dry the damaged area of your buddha garden statue before application.

Preventative Maintenance

A lot of the damage and weathering that affects garden statues can be avoided by proper preventative maintenance. A simple rinsing with mild soap and water on a monthly or bi-monthly basis will keep any fairy garden statue looking its best, whether it's plastic, concrete, or natural stone.

Weather is the real culprit to be avoided. Garden statues exposed to cold or icy conditions will weather much faster. Lengthen the life of your religious garden statues by putting them in storage during the winter months.

If you choose to keep your garden statues outside during the winter, try to keep them free from water buildup to prevent freezing and cracking. Consider creating protective covers using burlap sacks or blankets made from weather-resistant materials and binding these around your garden statues with some rope.