Many homes have decks that are wonderful for enjoying the great outdoors, whether you are entertaining friends and family or just relaxing and enjoying the sunshine with a good book. Unfortunately, decks require maintenance to keep them looking fresh, clean and splinter free. If you are thinking about embarking upon a useful spring cleaning project, cleaning your deck is a great place to start.

Proper maintenance is essential to extending the life of your deck. First, look over your deck carefully for any sections that may need repair, replace warped or worn boards. Next, thoroughly sweep it off. After that, you must arm yourself with a power-washer. These can be rented if you do not own one. There are a variety of deck cleaners available, but the best choice is an oxalic acid-based one. These clean your wood nicely, prevent rust, kills mildew and are even plant-friendly. If you have tough mildew stains, you will need to use oxygen bleach to remove the stains. Next you must coat it to keep it looking beautiful.

Spring, summer or fall, just about any time of the year is a great time to clean, seal and enjoy your deck for many years. For more information on visit http://www.doityourself.com/stry/cleandecktips.

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