Keep your wood deck looking great with these spring cleaning tips!
Wood decks are resilient to harsh weather. They weather the changing temperatures, the rain, the hot sun, and the strong winds. Over time, wood decks will wear out, but you can keep them in great condition and add a few more years to their life just by keeping them clean. Follow these wood deck cleaning tips to help you enjoy your deck for longer.
Wood Deck Cleaning Tips for Spring
Sweep the Deck
The first step is to sweep away large, loose debris from your wood deck. Sweep away the old fall leaves, dirt, etc., from the surface. Dispose of any and all trash properly. Now all that’s left will be the dirty, dull deck that will soon be fresh and sparkling new once you’re done with it.
Cover Nearby Plants
Before you begin, cover any nearby plants with a tarp to protect them from detergents you’ll use to wash the deck. Make sure that your wood deck detergent is as environmentally safe as possible.
Scrub the Deck with an Appropriate Detergent
Next, find a wood deck detergent that will address your deck’s stains and ingrained dirt. The simplest solution is white vinegar and water, but you can also find affordable commercial deck cleaning products that will help remove dirt and stains.
Apply the detergent onto your wood deck, following instructions if it is a commercial cleaning product. Use a scrubbing brush with a long handle to activate the cleaner into the wood. Allow it to sit long enough to remove all the dirt and rinse off.
Pressure Wash the Deck Carefully
When you rinse off the deck, you can use a hose or a pressure washer. If you use a pressure washer, do not set it to above 600 psi. 500 to 600 psi should be enough pressure to clean the wood without boring holes into it. After the deck is thoroughly clean, allow it to dry completely.
Seal the Deck
Sealing your deck rehydrates and protects the wood from rain, ultraviolet light, dirt, and spills. It is the final step in making your wood deck look good as new and stay looking great.
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