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Lauren Bradbury

Should you pressure wash decking? Experts warn it could be a costly mistake

Wooden decking with white railings, potted plants and bistro table and chairs.

Your decking area experiences the full brunt of the English weather, from torrential downpours to violent winter storms. But if you’re looking to clean your decking this summer summer, you might wonder: Can you pressure wash decking?

Yes, you could have the best garden decking idea out there, but nothing will protect your deck from the build-up of algae, lichen, moss - and even the odd tomato sauce stain. That’s why you should keep on top of cleaning your decking and add this task to your to-do list at least once a year.

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