Do you know how to clean and waterproof your deck? If the answer is no, we are here to tell you how! If you are tired of seeing your deck dirty, you have a variety of options to choose from to clean it properly. Rent a pressure washer, use a scrub brush and add some detergent or hire a deck cleaner. Read below for some great deck cleaning tips!
Clear your Deck
The first thing you should do to clean your deck is to remove everything from the deck. Once you remove everything from the deck, sweep your deck to remove dust and debris from it.
Apply the Cleaning Solution
You will need to apply a cleaning solution to the deck. To use it on your deck, mix the cleaning solution with water. Make sure you use a pump sprayer to apply your cleaning solution to the deck.
Scrub and Rinse the Deck
When you see the solution begin to foam on your deck, start to scrub the deck with a stiff-bristle deck scrub brush. The stiff-bristle deck scrub brush will remove challenging stains and grease. Once you are done scrubbing the deck, rinse off the deck with a garden hose. After the deck is dry, apply clear or tinted water repellent to protect the wood of your deck.
Rent a Pressure Washer
If you have brick steps leading up to your deck, you will need a pressure washer. On average, you can rent a pressure washer for $50 a day. Before you start to pressure wash your deck, test the pressure to see how far you will have to hold the wand. If you need to remove stubborn stains, hold the wand closer to the stains. Wear eye protection gear while dealing with the pressure washing.
For more information on deck cleaning, read this article from DiyNetwork.com.
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