How To Clean Outdoor Painted Wood
Clean Unvarnished Wood.
How to clean outdoor painted wood. Before you reach for the paint you may find using Thomsons Water Seal with Oxy Foaming Action is all that you need. Squeeze out the excess soap and water to avoid drips. Take care to wash in between all the slats under the arms the back seat and on and around the legs and rockers.
Find an all-purpose household cleaner and a sponge. Power washers remove soft wood between grain lines and force water into pores. Make sure you get cleaner on the entire deck including any corners or crevices.
Keep your wood in top condition without ruining the lookSubscribe. Gently scrub away ground-in dirt andor mildew. Wash one painted wood deck board or section at a time.
Be sure that the surface is totally clean and dry before you begin the application process. To clean mildew or mold mix a squirt or two of dishwashing detergent and some warm water. Painted or stained wood is easier to clean as the mold is not able to penetrate the stain or paint.
Use the pressure washer to apply the cleaning solution to the deck wood. Add 13 cup of dish detergent or laundry detergent for a cleaning boost. Mix 14 cup of liquid detergent with 1 gallon of water in a bucket.
For a DIY cleaning solution mix 14-cup ammonia 2 tablespoons white vinegar and 1 quart of warm water. Pour in an ounce of dish soap for a mild cleaner that will remove dirt and grim from interior painted doors and most exterior ones. As the mold spores havent penetrated through to the wood you can use a mild cleanser to remove the surface mold with a high rate of success.