There are lots of deck cleaning solutions on the market, but which deck wash will work well without damaging your wood? We’ve done extensive research to find the best deck cleaners and put together a comparison of the positives and negatives of each type of cleaning product. However, if you’re still not sure which deck cleaner is best for you, our experts are here for you: Just post a comment or question below and we’ll reply as soon as we can.
Deck Cleaner Reviews 2021
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Deck Stripper vs a Deck Cleaner We appreciate your input here at Deckstainhelp.com as we continue to be your go-to source for the latest in deck restoration news and trending topics through 2022. See below for an article about When to use a Deck Stripper vs a Deck Cleaner. Feel free to leave a comment or ask questions below. Why use a Deck Stripper vs a Deck Cleaner One of the biggest rookie mistakes that we often see, is someone applying a stain to a deck that has not been properly prepped. When you’ve stained a deck a few times before, you come to learn that dirt, mildew, mold or graying should not be present when you apply the stain…
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Prepping Your Wood Deck Deck Cleaning Update 2022 We have updated our DeckStainhelp.com site with numerous new reviews and articles for 2022 for deck cleaning products and how-to tips. We strive to remain your number one deck stain information source. Please ask any questions below that you may have in our comment area. Exterior wood decking when left neglected oxidizes from the Ultra Violet rays from the sun. This will patina the exposed layer of wood cells turning the deck gray. Cleaning the deck first will a deck cleaner will remove this layer of graying wood cells while removing accumulated dirt, grime, mold, mildew, and algae. Prepping your wood deck is the singular most important step when it comes to…
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Best Deck Cleaner to Remove Mold on Decks Since we’ve published this article, we have received some input on the best deck cleaner for mold on decks. Here at DeckStainHelp.com, we take pride in the fact that we have become the Internet’s go-to source for all things exterior wood and deck restoration-related. Like before, we appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your deck stain projects. Wood decks are not naturally resistant to mold. When speaking of “mold” on decks, mold is a general term people commonly use to describe what might be moss, lichen, green algae, mildew, or other types of fungal growth. Mold is like the universal word to cover anything…
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Removing Mold and Algae From Decks Deckstainhelp.com is your number one source for deck staining tips and trends on the internet in 2022. Mold and mildew can be problematic for your wood decks, see below for why this happens and what you can do to prevent it. Leave us a comment if you’ve encountered mold and mildew on wood decks. Learning your deck has attracted unwanted mold and algae can be disheartening but it is not the end of the world. These contaminants can be removed to reveal a beautiful surface once again. How to remove mold and algae from decks is a common question asked by homeowners. But with the right knowledge, it can be done over a weekend…
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How Dry Does the Deck Need to be After Cleaning it to Apply the Stain? Since we published this article, the Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain was introduced, allowing for this stain to be applied to a damp deck. For all other brands of stain, we still recommend you wait until the surface has completely dried before applying. We always appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below with pictures of your deck stain projects. The first step in deck restoration and/or maintenance is to clean and prep the wood. This is the key to a long-lasting finish. Properly prepped wood will allow the deck stain to penetrate and perform to its full potential. So how dry does the…
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Bleach to Clean Decks Here at DeckStainHelp.com, we take pride in the fact that we have become the Internet’s go-to source for all things exterior wood and deck restoration-related. Since we’ve published this article, we have received some input on the best deck cleaner to use on wood decks. Like before, we do not recommend cleaners with bleach. Instead, opt for a high-quality cleaner without bleach. We always appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below with pictures of your deck stain projects. Bleach and Wood Decks. Is it a good idea? There is a lot of debate as to whether or not bleach or bleach-based products can be used to clean a wood deck. After all,…
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Restore-A-Deck Cleaner System Review
Restore-A-Deck Cleaner Kit Update 2022 The Restore-A-Deck Cleaner Kit continues to be our top performer for the 2022 deck season. Easy to work with, very cost-effective, and great results! Please read this article and post any questions you have in the comment area below. Our newly enhanced website now offers the ability to upload and post pictures of your exterior wood or deck. This will help us determine the proper prep for your deck using the Restore-A-Deck Cleaner and Wood Brightener Kits. Below you will see a YouTube Video Review of the Restore A Deck Prepping kit. This is from an actual consumer and is very informative and helpful. Restore-A-Deck Cleaner Review Below Restore-A-Deck is the only product on the…
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Update Gemini Restore A Deck Kit 2022 Gemini’s Restore Cleaner and Brightener system is a powerful “eco-friendly” two-part restoration system. 100% Biodegradable Concentrated powder formula. Prep wood surfaces for re-coating with a wood or deck stain and restores weathered gray wood to natural color. Note: We tested Gemini’s Restore-A-Deck Kit on a heavily gray and dirty fence that was neglected for 8 years. Gemini Restore-A-Deck Kit Scores (1-10) Removal of Graying, Dirt, Grime: 9 – Gemini’s Restore-A-Deck Kit worked very efficiently to remove the graying from the fence. Even though the fence was severely neglected, the cleaner and brightener restored the wood to 90% of its original look. Cost Per Square Foot: 10 – Excellent! Gemini’s Restore-A-Deck Kit is a powdered…
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Update: Defy Wood Deck Cleaner Review for 2022 We would love to hear from you if you have used the Defy Wood Deck Cleaner on your wood or deck. Please post a rating in the Consumer Star Ratings below. If you have any pictures of your experience with Defy Wood Deck Cleaner, you can add them in the comment area with a detailed description. Defy Wood Deck Cleaner is a safe alternative to chlorine bleach-based cleaners. Defy Wood Cleaner is highly effective at removing general dirt, grime, and UV graying while restoring the wood’s natural color tones. Environmentally safe, powdered, oxygen-based concentrate that makes 5 liquid gallons per container. Defy Wood Cleaner should be used with the Defy Wood Brightener…
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30 Seconds Deck Cleaner Review 2022 30 Seconds outdoor cleaner cleans algae, mold, and mildew from anything outdoors. 30 Seconds Outdoor Deck Cleaner can be used on a variety of surfaces; wood decks, concrete driveways, sidewalks, stucco, vinyl siding, brick walls, plastic outdoor furniture, you name it. If it’s outdoors and dirty from humidity and wet weather, 30 Seconds can clean it all. Simply spray on and hose off. It’s clean when you want it clean. Note: We used the 30 Second Cleaner for prepping a wood deck in our test results. 30 Seconds Deck Cleaner Rating (1-10) Removal of Graying, Dirt, Grime: 5 – The 30 Seconds Outdoor Deck Cleaner did a poor job of cleaning and removing the…
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EFC-38’s unique formulation provides the strength necessary to clean gray wood, mold, mildew and heavy accumulations of grime. EFC-38 contains sodium percarbonate and additional surfactants that boost the overall effectiveness. EFC-38 was designed to clean and prep all exterior wood. EFC-38 is safe to use and makes an excellent tool for wood preparation prior to applying a wood coating. EFC-38 Wood Deck Cleaner Scores (1-10) Removal of Graying, Dirt, Grime: 7 – EFC-38 is very effective at removing graying wood cells and algae. The wood surface looked 90% or better when done with the cleaning. All algae and mold were removed from the fence. Cost Per Square Foot: 8 – The cost to clean the 1000 square foot fence was…