I've about to pressure-wash my deck, its a bit gray and dull, but not
too bad. My question is: Do people use deck cleaners, or is this a
waste of money? I don't mind buying a couple of galons of cleaner if
it actually does something (for example, clean!)

On Apr 24, 3:16 am, dean wrote:
I've about to pressure-wash my deck, its a bit gray and dull, but not
too bad. My question is: Do people use deck cleaners, or is this a
waste of money? I don't mind buying a couple of galons of cleaner if
it actually does something (for example, clean!)

Most are just bleach and lye, they remove mildew and discoloration.
If it's under 10 bucks a gallon then no real sense in mixing your own.
Over 10 then one packet of pool shock and one can of lye added to 5
gallons of water will clean things nicely.
Home made or store bought you need to cover the shrubs, protect skin
lungs and eyes.

On 24 Apr 2007 00:16:29 -0700, dean wrote:

I've about to pressure-wash my deck, its a bit gray and dull, but not
too bad. My question is: Do people use deck cleaners, or is this a
waste of money? I don't mind buying a couple of galons of cleaner if
it actually does something (for example, clean!)


Here's a homebrew:

Dissolve 3/4 cup TSP in 1/2 gallon very warm water. Stir 5 minutes.
Stir in 3/4 cup household bleach
Add water to make 1 gallon in a pressurized garden sprayer.

You can use Jomax instead of the TSP. Wet 4x4 foot sections, wait 5
minutes, scrub, rinse. Wear protective clothing and eye protection.
This solution is harsh on bare skin.