Pressure washing wood decks-- The EASY Way

In this video we show you some techniques on cleaning wood decks using a pressure washer. We also show you how the x-jet can save time applying chemicals.

[@attsopal]

RIP headphone users..

[@catcha3841]

OMG I should have read this comment before playing

[@andrelima944]

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[@chexterkat]

Just woke up my damn kids at 5am thanks to your horrible foresight and audio quality. Can’t even watch the video. What a shame.

[@robeddy9381]

Thanks to those who warned about potential hearing loss from this video!

[@sixpence9880]

Lol

[@preston7263]

First time I've heard that vitally important instruction to raise up the wand when changing direction with the pressurized spray. I learned by making mistakes early in doing pressure washing about those start/stop lines. One tip for decks / patios is to start on the outside rails before cleaning the inner floor. If cleaning the inner floor first, then proceeding to clean from the outside of the deck pushes / sprays new dirt and stuff onto the newly cleaned floor surface. It would be easier, I think in most cases perhaps, to spray anything off clean rails after cleaning the floor last...than otherwise.

[@CreamCobblerFiend]

Do you believe 2700 psi enough for a project like this?

[@preston7263]

@@CreamCobblerFiend Yeah, possibly too much depending on the type of wood. One way to check is spray a small area from approximately 6 inches off the surface. The area can be where it is not easily seen, such as underneath if it's a raised deck high enough off the ground, or under one of the railing top panels (what you lean on while standing on the deck). If it doesn't clean it enough, then try moving up to a couple/few inches closer. But when starting, use detergent before going closer to the surface. I don't suggest using any type of bleach solution, as it can not only whiten (or discolor) the actual wood beneath the dirty surface stuff, it can also get absorbed into the wood fibers and potentially cause problems. Sodium percarbonate is one alternative, and look up a correct mix ratio to use it. Another one I've used and didn't have problems on a wood deck is called Krud Kutter, either the Fence & Deck one or the Multi-Purpose solution. Test it on a small area before using it on the entire deck, to be certain it works well. Be careful when applying detergent not to let it sit too long or it could absorb into the wood enough to where it is difficult to rinse, also making the cleaning possibly less effective. 5-10 minutes is usually suggested for various chemicals.

[@werestoredecks1100]

Yes, you are exactly right. The outside rails first, then inside rails, then floor last. Lots of water at the end for rinsing too helps.

[@kozynorthoutdoors5155]

Good informative video thanks!

[@larrylarry3549]

Is there a product to use on fences to remove old paint ? And not ruin the lawn? Want to pressure wash as well but was looking for a product to help first

[@awlthatwoodcrafts8911]

Not only do you need to watch out for the start/stop lines, you also need to take care not to fuzzy up the wood. Too much pressure, tip too close, moving too slow, can all contribute to a fuzzy surface, which is not good for the wood.

[@annapolislawncare]

That's right fuzzy wood means more work later on. Thanks for your comment.

[@shadeaux5351]

What is the issue with fuzzy wood?

[@sixpence9880]

Thank you

[@EstuningMarahmay]

Good job

[@majwhiplash358]

I got that fuzzy serface because with the wand high the stain laughed at the washer. I basically did the deck four times. used yellow tip on real tough areas but mostly green tip. I 7sed a quality paint scrapper to remove the fuzzy stuff and then a hand sander to smooth it out. All because I put Behr Stain on which was more like a nasty paint then stain. PS only put one coat. never two or it gets too thick to remove.

[@annapolislawncare]

We usually will sand lightly after the cleaning to remove these fibers.

[@kimberlyel82]

I have 1600 but my decks stain is already peeling on its own.. will I be good?

[@jameslund221]

Will my greenworks 1800 psi work on an old wooden deck?

[@alfinchum6408]

What chemicals did you use and what tip ?

[@jonathanhayes5351]

I'm sure they saw the Questions.

[@aliengranpa]

I want to do this on hardwood floors inside my house. Can it be done safely and without a complete mess?

[@StrawMillionaires]

Share this video with your enemies to destroy their ears.

[@glennalan]

So what did it look like after it was done and dry? Is that what's on the other video?

[@brentfaulkner1980]

So are you just using soap to clean the mildew and crud or are you using a stripper to remove old stain and paint?

[@werestoredecks1100]

We use deck stripper mixed with water for cleaning. It will also strip old really aged semi-transparent finishes but the mixture needs to be strong… less water. The x-jet ads 50 percent water to whatever you have in the bottle.

[@brentfaulkner1980]

Thanks!

[@justingrant4860]

What would you charge for this size deck?

[@mikethemagicdj]

Decks that are stained already that you just want to clean some light alge and restain whats your process? I don't want to remove old stain> Thanks

[@plinkertoshooter5164]

Do you do the same thing for a dirty painted deck? I don't want to ruin the paint. I want to brighten it up.

[@werestoredecks1100]

Sorry for the late reply… yes and no on painted wood surfaces. We use strong detergent mixed with bleach for that. The bleach really brightens things up.

[@user-jj6eb3yx1g]

Is there any material that removes flood solid stain paint from a mahogany floor?

[@adinbok]

THAT is mahOGANY -effie trinket

[@stainingsteve5098]

I'm very interested in the chemical mixture my man

[@theshireman5642]

What kind of soap do you use

[@jelly5239]

Should you use turbo nozzle on deck?

[@werestoredecks1100]

No. I do not recommend a turbo nozzle. It will leave swirls.

[@zingodingo2816]

Maybe add a quick tutorial on using safety gear such as face/eye protection and hearing protection.

[@blane9906]

Really? Now I know why companies put dumb, common sense label warnings on products

[@jarsin4480]

@@blane9906 LMAO

[@ronniebaker7782]

Wow, you must work for some bullshit organization like OSHA . Fookn Biden voters just pathetic

[@jeffreydriver1203]

Karen?

[@kgoutdoorsolutions430]

I think he was being a dick because we all needed ear protection prior to watching this video.

[@elaprendis7426]

How can i remove ash from my floors

[@Lem819]

Would you recommend an x jet over a downstream chem injector? Also what chemical/soap do you use?

[@orozco53204]

The chem won't be as strong

[@ROTTINGDEAD]

Hell Yes, X jet is awesome!

[@jpip361]

what chemical do you use?

[@alfinchum6408]

What Chemicals are you using

[@andreiaalves7833]

Will 1800 PSI do the trick???

[@luislozano5423]

What is the name of the chemical you are using?

[@annapolislawncare]

Hi Luis, sorry for the late reply, Were using a mixture of deck stripper chemical, water and dish soap.

[@poppinthatcootchie6796]

Put your safety glasses on brah.

[@seesaw7289]

What kind of soap or chemicals are you using?That is key to cleaning the deck, is it not?

[@remyt1614]

I can't wait to know the name of the soap he's using.

[@blane9906]

Sodium Hypochlorite, aka bleach. Usually 10-12.5%, stronger than household bleach. Usually mixed with an ounce or 2 of gain dish soap

[@kingsglobal6219]

Do you use SH? Second, can I reduce the pressure in my machine? It's very high. I use SH only without soap, then I use the 25 degree nozzle but the pressure from my machine is very high and dangerous

[@annapolislawncare]

We have experimented with straight sodium hydroxide, but we have found that its not as good as diluting deck stripper chemical. A good mixture would be 50% deck stripper 50% water and then a big squirt of dawn dish soap (this helps it cling to the surface). A good use for sodium hydroxide pellets is to have in the van as a backup, or to use it to "amp up" your mixture. Don't worry about turning down pressure on a machine, instead keep the tip further from the wood and avoid pointing it with angles to the surface. Also, if your able, experiment with different types of pressure washer tips. The green nozzles are our favorite, but a pressure tip will have a 4 digit number on the side. This second pair of numbers indicate the size of the orifice (hole size) A larger orifice will lower the pressure. Keep in mind that a pressure washer pumps a certain amount of water and therefore is designed with a certain size pressure tip. We use the 1540 which means 15 degrees with 4 GPM.

[@kingsglobal6219]

@@annapolislawncare thank you so so much. You've really helped me. My other question, my pressure doesn't spray chemicals. What could be the prob? I don't use downstream injector. The chemical pipe is connected directly to the pump

[@preston7263]

@@annapolislawncare thanks for that tip about those 4-digit numbers on nozzles. Is it the case for electric pressure washers too?

[@stephenfox1328]

@@annapolislawncare so the deck stripper over spray doesn't cause issues with plants or the house if you splash it up on the house??

[@Rick-kp6wf]

@@stephenfox1328 It definitely will and you don't need to use stripper unless you're trying to remove old stain.

[@skatakafali7937]

Help!! I've been phisically abused about the ears!

[@MrTube7776]

Music to loud

[@kgoutdoorsolutions430]

Couldn’t you just surface clean it?

[@angelone1839]

Thats what I'm wondering

[@cinnamongmc5430]

Now learn how to record on landscape mode.

[@Mostviews111]

Or just get a .50 cent piece of syphon hose

[@AmosAllen]

The easy way?

[@omarmohsini8806]

4000psi is way to strong for a deck wood. Redwood, cedar, composite, IPE. Will damage

[@davefish4763]

What nuclear chemicals should i use to get dog shit and cat piss off my deck , . Cat and dog for sale also

[@geneglusica2744]

Shoot the offenders

[@geneglusica2744]

If you're not capable of the simple task of training your pets to not do their business on the deck or worse yet allowing them to do that because you're lazy,you don't deserve pets,furthermore who would take pets from a pitiful owner that wasn't capable of training them,i expect those aren't the only problems the poor animals have because of you.

[@davefish4763]

I just been giving them less food now , problem solved and ive saved money which is great

[@Mj-fo5on]

😂😂😂😂

[@lakedog3616]

What kind of soap-chemical? What angle spray tip ? Pretty useless video really. Thumbs down.