Clean your decking for spring: a Monty Miracle guide
Key takeaways
- Inspect decking: check for damage and repairs.
- Cleaning solution: choose the right one for your material.
- Gentle cleaning: use soft brushes and avoid high-pressure jets.
- Maintenance: regular upkeep extends decking life.
Introduction
As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, it's time to get your outdoor space ready for spring. Cleaning your decking improves how it looks and keeps it a safe, enjoyable place for spring and summer. A good spring clean can also extend the life of your decking.
Inspect and prepare your decking
Before you start, give your decking a thorough inspection. Look for signs of damage, loose boards, or areas that need repair, so the structure is sound before you apply any cleaning solution.
Choosing the right cleaning solution
The right cleaner depends on your decking material. A mild soap solution may be enough for everyday dirt, but a seasonal deep clean needs something more robust, like Monty Miracle Complete Outdoor Cleaner. It's formulated to deal with algae, mildew and moss without high-pressure washing.
Why not jet wash your decking?
Monty isn't aggressive like a power jet wash, so your decking isn't exposed to potential damage from powerful water pressure, and there's no mess or noise. Following the process, the solution will rapidly degrade leaving no residue.
How to clean your decking: step by step
- Wear old clothes, Monty Approved Gloves, eye protection and protective footwear.
- Keep pets inside until the treated area is completely dry.
- Wet surrounding plants and grass before you start and keep them wet. Don't spray the product directly onto plants.
- Apply Monty Miracle with a pump spray bottle. No need to dilute; it's ready to use.
- Leave it for 6-10 minutes, working it in with a soft brush if needed, then rinse with a garden hose.
- See results in as little as 6 minutes, with continued improvement over the following weeks as the organic growth and staining is eliminated.
Following the process, the solution becomes safe for child and pets after rinsing, or after 10 minutes.
Maintaining your decking through the season
Quick, regular cleans stop dirt and grime building up, so your decking stays inviting all year round. Don't forget your garden furniture too.
A Which? Best Buy
Monty Miracle is a Which? Best Buy and recommended by the Good Housekeeping Institute.
Conclusion
Cleaning and maintaining your decking for spring doesn't have to be a big job. With Monty Miracle, your decking will be clean and ready for all your spring and summer plans.