Tips to Keeping your Deck Looking Great At Renew Crew, we pride ourselves on providing the best deck cleaning and protecting services. Our three-step process will revitalize your wood deck, leaving a beautiful space where you are happy to spend time outdoors. 
Wood, like all outdoor surfaces, require regular maintenance. It is exposed to the elements and will wear over time, however, there are tips that will make your deck look great longer. Water can impact any outdoor surface when left pooling on the surface. Try to remove any standing water with an outdoor broom if it puddles on the surface. The longer standing water remains on the surface, the more likely it is to seep into the wood surface or leave harsh stains. Remove any yard debris that lands on your deck. Leaves and sticks are the most common items to fall onto a deck. Sweep them off periodically so the dirt and grime that accompanies it can’t settle into the wood. This is very important in the fall months when leaves are falling for the winter. If left throughout the winter, you may have some harsh stains that will need cleaning. It’s a best practice to rinse your deck with a mild cleaning product to keep it looking great. For some clients, rinsing with the garden hose will be enough, but if you see that it isn’t really doing anything, try mixing a solution of warm water and a mild dishwashing soap. Apply the solution before and after spraying the space with the hose. A lot of homeowners invite birds into their outdoor spaces with beautiful bird feeders. While they are nice to see and hear, their droppings wear away at the deck protectants. Move birdfeeders away from your deck and further into the yard. Even when using these tips, deck cleaning and protecting will be necessary from time to time. When your wood begins to grey and dry out, please reach out to your local Renew Crew office. Our cleaning and sealing process will allow you to enjoy your outdoor living spaces once again. June 06, 2014 · Cleaning Outdoor Surfaces, Deck Cleaning, Deck Sealing, outdoor maintenane, Pressure Cleaning, Renew Crew, and Uncategorized