How to Keep Your Deck Looking Brand New

It’s important to clean your deck every six months or so, otherwise algae, mold, and stains can set in and become much more difficult to remove as time goes by.

Using a power washer is an excellent piece of equipment to use for cleaning or stripping old paint from a deck. They offer an assortment of tips that apply to different jobs and are very effective; however, if you choose a tip that is too powerful for the job, you can cause damage to the surface. Use the machine to blast away old paint, dirt, debris, algae, and more. This will leave your deck looking clean and new again, and is essential for prepping the deck for paint or stain.

You should apply a good coat of premium quality stain every two years or so, depending on the type of stain you use, and the deck’s exposure to the weather and sun. It may be necessary to sand or strip the deck down with a power washer prior to applying the stain. Applying a high quality stain as needed will protect the wood and add years to the life of your deck.

As with deck staining, you want to be assured that all the prep work is completed prior to painting. If you power wash the deck, be sure that you allow enough time for the wood to completely dry before painting. You can rent a paint spray gun from the local hardware store so you don’t have to us the paint brush method, but either method works well.

Keep an eye on the condition of your deck every few months and take action as needed. This will keep it looking new for years, and nobody will know when it was originally installed.

When you are ready for a new deck, find a qualified deck installer like Outdoor-FX in Columbus, Ohio.