Hardwood Deck Cleaning

What This Service Involves

Tropical hardwoods such as ipe are dense and oil-rich, and Washington's damp climate still leaves them greyed and filmed with mildew. We clean hardwood decks with specialized cleaners that lift the surface layer without raising the tight grain. A brightener follows to restore the deep natural color that these premium woods are known for. The finished deck shows off rich, even hardwood tones ready for a penetrating oil finish.

Benefits

Restores rich hardwood color and depth; Preserves the tight, oil-rich grain; Removes mildew film and surface greying; Prepares dense boards for penetrating oil

Our Process

1) Clear the deck and test a small area; 2) Apply a hardwood-specific cleaner; 3) Rinse and follow with a wood brightener; 4) Final-rinse to reveal even, deep color

What Affects the Cost

Hardwood deck square footage; Density and species of the wood; Degree of greying and mildew; Specialty cleaner and brightener; Detail work on rails and steps

Best Time of Year

Clean hardwood decks in dry summer weather so the dense boards fully dry before oiling.