Did you know it's actually best to clean a deck without a pressure washer? Yes, using one will make the job quicker and so much easier, but the strength of the water pressure can also damage the wood ...

Q: I know you’ve written many times about cleaning decks, but mine is looking kind of dingy and, because it sits on the north side of our house, is coated in mildew. The deck is gray, but the color is ...

Bleach: The household staple across the land. Yet bleach cleaning can get dicey, especially if you think it’s the cleaning cure-all. Yes, it does wonders in the washing machine and will make sure your ...

If you don't clean the underside, mold and mildew can build up and compromise the deck's integrity. You can clean the underside of the deck with a DIY cleaning solution, or a pressure washer. Cleaning ...

Using bleach, a powerful disinfectant, may be part of your cleaning routine. But there are some surfaces and places in the home where using this strong chemical may cause more harm than good. Getting ...

My neighbor is ready to clean his wood deck. He's also about to make a common mistake. "Time for the power wash," he says. "That'll get it good and clean." Contrary to popular opinion, cleaning with a ...

This is an ideal time to clean and seal your wooden deck. Removing accumulated grime and mildew is best done on cooler, cloudy days that allow the deck to stay wetter longer and give the cleaner time ...