You have set up your dream deck. All it needs now is routine care and upkeep to look appealing and last for decades.
Pergola Pro, your decking experts, have some tips to keep your deck in top shape:
Essential Maintenance Tips for Your Deck
- Inspect the deck regularly: Trees, plants and foliage can rot your deck due to moisture. Watch for it to catch the rot early. Sweep out leaves and dirt to ensure dampness or moisture doesn’t stay.
With regular checks, you can catch any structural damage early and notice any out-of-place screws or rusted nuts and bolts. Summer is the best time for inspection as the weather is warm and dry. - Clean, clean and clean again: Along with periodically removing debris, wash your deck with a cleanser to remove stains and, most importantly, mold or mildew. Follow the instructions on the cleanser to ensure your deck is not damaged.
- Rearrange and reorder: Swap around your outdoor furniture—this way, undue moisture is not retained, and you can ensure the deck’s colouring is uniform and unaffected by sunlight, dirt, or any other exposure.
- Use a deck stain: Wooden decks lose their sheen and colour over time and require a protective coating for maintenance. An oil- or water based stain or a seal can enhance your deck’s look as well as guard it.
- Fix any damage immediately: Sometimes, you may have to replace a broken or weather-beaten board on your deck. To ensure a uniform appearance, pick a replacement board of the same type.
Meanwhile, besides wooden decks, you have composite decks that require less maintenance. You do not have to stain or seal them; they are water, mold, and mite resistant. Though easier to clean, be wary of using a high-pressure water cleaner, as it can permanently damage the composite deck.
Choosing the Right Deck for Your Needs
Are you looking for a sprawling hardwood deck for hosting summer barbecues? Or a cozy composite deck for morning coffee? Check out what Pergola Pro, decking experts in Tauranga, have to offer.
You also get PVC vinyl decks that are so easy to clean that all you need to keep them in top condition is a soap-water mixture and a brush.
If you can follow these basic maintenance standards, your deck will look great and stand the test of time.
For more information about custom decks in Tauranga, get in touch with us today! Dial +64 27 392 8106.
