Cleaning A SLIMY Decking! | Are The Boards The Wrong Way Round...?

[@huntakilla1234]

Don't be too hard on yourself. The result is amazing considering it was only a light wash and some chemicals. The before & after is night and day, honestly. Thanks for the video 👍

[@geofffikar3417]

I have told him that before. I know he wants perfection, but damn, his customers are always happy with his work. He needs to relax.

[@joanlubetkin9617]

Amazing 😻

[@charmanedurham9561]

What chemicals did you use on it?

[@jmmt1968]

My question is, who spends the money to put in a large deck and DOESN’T seal the wood?! Especially in such an extremely rainy environment? Such a shame. Well done you for having got it looking THIS good.

[@richardhills235]

Plenty of idiots put bourds on the wrong way.doing decking all surfaces of roofs.i love what i do.

[@pete6790]

I don't understand why they put it down the wrong way .

[@wildthing65]

@@pete6790 Looks right to me, water to flow away from the house and not sit trapped. It's the type of wood pattern that irks me, more place for water to be trapped when dust/dirt/leaves gets in those grooves which means more maintenance required. As for why people do not seal it to begin with, I think is because they think "Pressure Treated" specifically "Treated" means no maintenance required.

[@jordangough6692]

Lazy people like me. Don’t judge.

[@tysonbrowning8975]

Best chemical to put down on decking??

[@Dan.Chaytor]

Good job Sid. In answer to your question about the boards potentially being the wrong way round. The grooves were originally intended to stop water pooling on the joists, but people installed them upside down with the grooves up for tread. Now occasionally seeing decking with grooves on both sides. Personally I think grooves up is a bad idea as it allows more areas for dirt to gather and mould to grow.

[@darkknight145]

Exactly! as they are laid they will hold water and allow the algae to grow more readily. Grooves down gives the underside more surface area allowing the decking to dry quicker and reducing algae. But, the decking does look better with the grooves up.

[@IlSqueak]

Is that true? I mean it makes sense, as you describe it for grooves down, but surely grooves up is for traction with bare feet and sandals etc.? Maybe there is a market for boards a quarter inch thicker and grooves on both sides? Also you've got a new subscriber.

[@losttheplot26]

Decking is smooth except in UK. An oiled deck wouldn't be slippy. Only untreated weathed wood.

[@gallahant]

Or just install a WPC decking and be done with it. I really like wood grain but if you live in a place with lots of rain and humidity, outdoor wood decking is a bad idea, unless you are willing to spend a lot of hours maintaining it regularly.

[@losttheplot26]

@@gallahant osmo. 2thin coats. Apply thin. Professional use only. The surface must be clean and dry before application.

[@mishkawp8200]

Gosh, that’s a huge improvement! Must be some wicked chemical considering how low the water pressure had to be. Looks so much better and I bet the client is thrilled. Well done you!!

[@sallyh4591]

What I love most about your videos is your honesty. You always seem upfront about what you do and don't know. It's nice to see a positive reminder that we don't have to have all of the answers all of the time!

[@philtucker1224]

This is the perfect opportunity for the owner to stain and seal the decking. It should look brand new after that!

[@justayoutuber1906]

paint, not stain

[@patriciaviant3745]

Cuprinol garden shades is good , have two steps coming out of my house , I used this and the patio step is not at all slippery

[@genep.1005]

Nice job, congrats on 80,00. my deck looked like that one, it doesn't get a lot of sun and the green was bad. I used sodium bicarbonate, oxi clean basically and it worked awesome. I made a strong solution, used a deck brush and scrubbed the deck, waited 15 minutes and did ti again and it came out awesome.

[@ILoveMyCity24-7]

You totally transformed the look of the deck from the way that it was before. Fantastic job!!

[@PartridgeExteriorCleaning]

Thank you so much!

[@jamesalinio5277]

The decking looks marvelous Sid and Kev, don't be too hard on yourself, every day is a learning experience and have faith in yourself, you will only get better as you do more and more often

[@smylyface]

You will definitely reach 100,000 subscribers this year. In fact I will not be surprised if you find yourself approaching a million before year's end. There's something really comforting about watching you work. You have a sincerity and kindness about you that comes through in your videos. The world has become a crazy place these past few years and stress and anxiety are wreaking havoc in many of our lives. There's something therapeutic about watching your videos. You bring a little order back to the chaos and a lot of hope back from the doom and gloom. Thank you and congratulations!

[@shotgunbettygaming]

Ah yeah, I totally remember this house! That's some CRAZY grooved out decking they chose to go with, eh? Looks like what they need to do now it's clean is sand it down (get rid of the grooves) and refinish it. I imagine the grooves lend the thinking that it creates better grip in such scenarios, but it does NOT, it just becomes a nightmare to tend. It REALLY did come out lovely though, Sid. I know to your trained moss hound eyes it's not that great, but that's also the beauty of wood. The ageing. Well done fellers!

[@pnewe9428]

U can just unscrew the decking on turn it over, it has a a lot smaller groves on the other side and will still look like new.

[@floatinglotuswomenswellness]

The owner would be well advised to have the deck sanded down and then sealed. Then you would only be faced with removing the surface green gunk next time.

[@Maximusrex4575]

I think it came out great. It wasn't treated and was let go too long. I think some follow-up with chemicals will get the rest of the green out eventually, especially if you were able to do it on a warm sunny day.

[@JamesTombs]

Wet and forget does wonders. Spray on and leave for a few days. Had similar growth in my garden and was surprised by how effective it was.

[@SandrA-hr5zk]

I would suggest getting a flow regulator for the wand. That way you can reduce the pressure but still get in close to the grooves. I find holding the wand at a distance or trying to use a wider tip isn’t the same as using a lower pressure.

[@Sir-Bane]

Pretty sure he can adjust that on his actual pressure washer manually :)!

[@SandrA-hr5zk]

@@Sir-Bane You can, to an extent. A flow regulator though is much more easily controlled and can be adjusted as he's cleaning. Plus it's about $25 USD, so not a huge investment to try it out.

[@samanthabaines3578]

I remember this! Congratulations on 80k, you really deserve every success

[@haydenuk02]

Congratulations on 80k you deserve them and much more . Can’t wait to see you hit the next one. Keep up the hard and quality work and thanks for sharing this with us take care

[@cianfleetwood8099]

I'm impressed with your cleaning of this deck. I have done many in the past, but have discovered algae can get ingrained in the wood and will never come out. Wait until it drys before applying a deck protector with anti algae treatment.

[@beamercer2265]

Brilliant job cleaning that decking, it’s lethal when wet and so green. You must be pleased 😀. Enjoy your weekend x

[@ParagonPaul]

Love your vids man, Congrats on 80k.

[@megandunell399]

The decking has been put on upside down, the ridges should be underneath as the ridges hold water and moss grows on it. Good job though.

[@jenni8982]

I was wondering why there were ridges on it. I was thinking, I've never seen a deck like that.

[@jonesy6dnine]

They fit it like that in the UK everywhere it's stupid 😂

[@carpii]

The grooves are for airflow on the underneath, but some installers think its meant for grip. But some decking is grooved on both sides. Its only upside down if its flat on the other side

[@guerradan1958]

Just to let you know that I reside in the US. I have enjoyed your video. Been watching other folks who pressure wash but I enjoy your videos more. I find that you work with tires of roofs and the driveways especially. Most driveways are concrete and not brick. Every time that you work on just increases your knowledge and what your pressure washer can clean. So your growing. Many thanks! Dan

[@pauln7422]

The "little things in the wood" are called knots, it's where a branch in the tree would have been. Nice job.

[@hydraexteriorcleaningsolut2707]

Timber Decking cleans always come up different Sid, depends on type of timber, original treatment,post treatments over time etc. The last one I done had been laid in 3 big sections over the years and all 3 areas came up differently. Your one came up amazing considering it's clearly not been maintained over time.

[@bevm1938]

Before and after pics, the difference is huge. Another great job sid, cheered up an otherwise miserable day as I'm not well so thanks

[@PartridgeExteriorCleaning]

ah bev, i hope tomorrow is a better one for you x

[@KittyClaudia]

I love it that you are honest to us to say: "I never have done this, so this will be a learning experience for me too" because it shows that even you don´t know everything but are willing to learn more. I saw other KZbinr who often are lying like "Yeah... I´ve done this so often" and then they make it wrong or even worse 💀 And it shows you made a pretty great job 😊👍

[@deborahgeorge3238]

Hi, I remember this job. I’m the one who said the boards are upside down. Shocked at how bad it is after just 12 months. If that were my place, I’d rip them out and put something better down. Great job by the way. 👍🏻

[@kaseym4033]

Yup I remember this deck! I'm so excited to see you revisit it 😊😊 The improvement is just incredible. Great video

[@tatiannazutania7751]

I think you did a great job. Now, the homeowner needs to clear coat, stain, or paint it to prevent that from happening again. I have decking and that what I did. Cleans off beautifully. Home owners need to do their part too. Congrats on the 80k!!! Your deserve it for all your hard and wonderful work. I think 100k is definitely doable this year!!

[@smudgeitbaby]

You’ve done a fantastic job. Well done

[@elainewhitmore787]

Congrats on 80k, great job on the decking. I’m watching from Australia and love watching the country side as you drive to jobs

[@mattthornton1074]

Looks great there bud, I always go 1-2 on the hypo and water mix which I find work. Also when I think its going to still be discoloured I will inform the customer and offer a dark stain application afterwards to hide it

[@gail8494]

Congrats Sid on 80k subs! 100k will be quick! And given the pre condition of that deck, I say you did an awesome job! Thanks

[@wlento58]

It looks 100x better than when you started, You da man Sid

[@bobcooke6346]

You are definitely your biggest critic Sid, in my opinion you did a cracking job, and I’m sure the look of it improved even more when it dried out fully.👍

[@schallb6766]

Wow that deck turned out awesome.

[@Treadstone2006]

So glad to see that deck cleaned since i just recently rewatched the original. Well done sir

[@rayh4112]

Great job mate. Amazing results and another big congratulations on your 80k subs 👏

[@PartridgeExteriorCleaning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@robertking9508]

@@PartridgeExteriorCleaning hi Sid do you mind telling us what chemical you used to clean the decking thanks

[@gayleharris2957]

Great job. With my own decking. I've always used a bucket of bleach and hot water. Scrubbing with the lines with a wire head broom. Then blast it off with a high pressure hose. It works a treat.

[@Shyan42]

You did a great job on the deck! It looks sooooo much better now and once it dries, it should look even better. Plus, the residue of the treatment may take away a bit more of the green as it dries. If I were the client, I would be more than satisfied with the result.

[@gailpalmer1926]

Congratulations on the 80k love your videos.

[@shirleyspeirs6992]

I love the super chill music you use.

[@adamcran9859]

That silver play button is round the corner mate

[@jackww839]

Looks great!! Really appreciate your professionalism👍

[@pamlongwhite4747]

Amazing ! I bet the customer was thrilled at the results ! ☺️

[@wayneosullivan1549]

Like the green tint look. a perfect result 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@jcfromsandiego7089]

WOW! Great Job! 👏

[@mandystory4275]

Wow what a diffrence a claeaning makes. Its so much better than it was before.

[@nicola2621]

You’ve done an amazing job considering praise yourself instead of putting yourself down you did a fantastic job well done 👏

[@miyaclubine6917]

I'm not in a very rainy climate but the only way I was able to get my deck clean to re-seal it was to scrub it with a bleach and water on my hands and knees! Was a tough job cause we let it go to long but the scrub brush got the green out! You did an amazing job!

[@solitairesmith3553]

Um I'm from USA. Here we put down the chemical and then brush it with a broom going with the grain of the wood. Wait the alloted time and then pressure wash it off. Basically the same thing that you did. This deck is beautiful. And I think you should be proud of the work you did. LOVE THE VIDEOS!!

[@usflin]

I just noticed the thumbnail AFTER watching the video. Too funny! 😆

[@shirleyspeirs6992]

My own house needs a good cleaning,but here I am sitting on the sofa watching you clean😁

[@stevejones23]

That looks AMAZING from what it was before you started! Well done 😀😀

[@FlawlessCleaningServices]

Came up a treat Sid 👍🏻

[@cheriecade2333]

Congratulations on 80k subscribers! Well deserved!

[@yvethemetriccrafter688]

Wow that colour difference was crazy , great job

[@mvicioso100]

Congratulations!! And, that deck looks amazing. Hopefully the homeowner decides to stain and seal the wood now. I enjoy your work, take care 😊

[@sbhomeimprovements8133]

Great results, you and AE makintosh give me good inspiration for my business!

[@emmapartridge1244]

Looks fabulous 👌😊 xx

[@PartridgeExteriorCleaning]

thanks ma :D xx

[@bmaldonado41]

Great job I ran into a similar job about a year ago and was told to use a gallon of pool shock and so Dawn dish washing liquid t works the charm.

[@kevinguitar1224]

The deck turned out amazing, Kev brings you lots of good luck! Lol...Cheers!

[@wendykurrin724]

It looks amazing!

[@richardharding5320]

Hello what chemical did you use for the decking any pointers on environmental friendly solutions… good job 👍🏽

[@audreysenghas4138]

Well done you. I like doing this type of jobs while cleaning the house. It is so satisfying to be able to see such a difference.

[@pbelle1971]

Your thumb nail picture is hilarious! 😂😂 The deck turned out so great!!

[@janesynnot7446]

Awesome job Sid. It looks so good.

[@PartridgeExteriorCleaning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Gee67]

Fantastic work, i honestly didnt think you would get that so clean, well done

[@mycb1993]

Part of your viewing success has got to be that in the US nobody cleans their roofs!!! I mean I’ve never seen such a site😳🤣 Fasinating ❣️❣️❣️❣️and you are so calm and easygoing. Congrats 🎉🎊🍾 you earned it!

[@lorimyhre9262]

Looks so much better, good job!

[@joeandjudygreen5398]

Congratulations on 80k subscribers. I’m sure you’ll reach 100k easily. Love your videos.

[@adriennerocco8907]

80k!!! Congrats, Sid 🎉🎉🎉

[@bevnelson3678]

Much better. Well done.

[@cynthiahappel3697]

It looks great.

[@ButacuPpucatuB]

Excellent job!!! I hope the owner will consider using a sealant. Any future cleaning will be easier because the sealant worked. I don’t see any Green anymore. You worked a miracle!

[@Emma-AnneHarmer-Collin70]

Wow you did really good job there Sid xx

[@tonicorona5277]

Looks a lot better. You did great!

[@shammahelola2585]

The result is always awesome! Congratulations on hitting 80k subs!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Stoo_73]

What is the Chemical you use on the decking?

[@denises9426]

I knew you’d make it look 100% better! You’re the best Sid. 🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@40yogibear]

Omg what a difference 🥰

[@cfc6754]

Well done nice finish when i do decking i give it a good brush then rinse down then apply about a 2% soft wash mix and give it agood srub then a good rinse then apply a biocide which keeps it lean for a lot longer always comes up well👍👍

[@wcsd9577]

That looks way better than it did before

[@robylove9190]

You're getting close to 100,000 subscribers. You'll be there by the end of the year!

[@michaelh7630]

Spectacular job! I'm sure the homeowner appreciates the diligence with which you and Kev tackled this job. They should probably have it professionally sanded and then sealed (more than one coat) to keep it looking good! Enjoyed the video!

[@ambercasey541]

With decking you can actually do a hard jet on it and it won't damage the wood it just takes the paint off. But that looks amazing!!

[@arty1799]

You do good work sir. At home I've used 3% hydrogen peroxide with a scrub brush to clean algae from our deck. The woodwork ends up looking lumber yard fresh with no worries about chemical residues, though it does cost a little more. The algea will grow back, but orders of magnitude less if a sealant is applied after the wood dries. Your videos are a treat to watch. Cheers.

[@kieranryan6148]

Thanks for some clue about what ‚chemicals‘ refers to 👍🏼

[@eduardosanta5844]

Congratulations 🎊🎉 on 80k subscribers. Well deserved!!!

[@gregsettle9725]

Grooved decking boards! All things considered, you did a good job.

[@JHJOwen]

Wow!! Incredible job Sid 🔥

[@Jan-100]

Yay for 80,000🎉 you deserve it!

[@Morelloxo]

For an untreated decking, you did a spectacular job! Don't be so hard on yourself with this job Sid, it looks lovely 👍

[@codesigma]

Amazing results! I hope the homeowners get a chance to do a gentle sand and stain to keep the results!

[@caitlinwhite1955]

Well bloody done Sid!

[@Mat_500]

Well done on the 80k. It’s well deserved👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@drain-unblocker]

Great job what a difference

[@Plushybear09]

That came up amazing

[@quonjohnson1371]

The glasses are a nice look Sid

[@maryz7977]

OMG! As soon as I saw the opening shot on that decking, I thought it was time to rip it out and replace it in it’s entirety!!!!!

[@conniemaniaci3612]

You gained a lot of experience from this job and I think it turned out great.