Deck and fence restoration

How our six-step process works

Decks and fences get exactly the same process:

Pre-rinseWe rinse the timber down first.
ApplyThe chemical goes on and breaks down the mould, mildew and grey build-up.
Surface cleanThe surface clean lifts it all off.
RinseEverything is rinsed away.
TreatA second treatment goes on and keeps working to slow the regrowth.
Final rinseWhat's left is timber close to new, ready to oil or seal.

Grey weathered timber steps before cleaning — Before

The same steps restored to warm timber — After

Weathered dark timber fence, gate and deck before cleaning — Before

The same fence, gate and deck after cleaning, back to a warm timber colour — After

Surface cleaner partway across a deck, clean golden boards next to grey ones — Halfway across a deck

Deck half cleaned, with bright clean boards next to dark weathered ones — The difference one pass makes

Surface cleaner on a deck, with warm cleaned timber next to dark boards — Warm timber coming back up

Then oil or seal it

Once the deck is clean we recommend having it oiled or sealed. If it's just left to go weathered again, the clean is wasted. Oil or sealer puts a protective layer on the timber that slows mould and mildew coming back, stops it greying off again, and keeps it looking good all year round. Not sure which? Read should you oil or seal your deck?

Timber fence half cleaned, with the cleaned section much lighter — A fence halfway through, showing the difference

Safer underfoot

Slimy timber is a slip hazard, and slimy steps are worse. Someone can get hurt, and a clean costs very little next to that. Autumn is a good time to deal with it, before winter makes it worse. Green driveways and paths are worth doing at the same time, and decks are often cleaned alongside a house wash.

Common questions

Will my deck look new again?

Our six-step process takes most tired, grey decks back close to how they looked when they were laid. Very weathered or damaged boards can still show their age.

Do you oil or seal the deck too?

We clean and treat the deck so it is ready for oil or sealer, and we recommend having it oiled or sealed afterwards to protect the timber.

Can you clean steps and boardwalks?

Yes. Steps, boardwalks and landings get the same process as the deck.

How do you clean fences?

With the same six-step process as a deck: pre-rinse, chemical, surface clean, rinse, a second treatment and a final rinse.

Bring your deck back to life

We cover Thames to Matarangi and everywhere in between, from our base in Tairua. Call or text Jono, or send us the details for a quote.

Call Jono on 021 898 835 Ask for a quote