In this second part of the Decking Cleaning Series, we'll use Barrettine Wood Reviver to restore our decking to a lovely golden hue.
In the first part of the Decking Clean mini-series, we cleaned our decking with a jet washer, a stiff-bristled brush, and Driveway, Patio and Decking Cleaner. It's now free of algae, dirt and debris. We are on to the next stage, and I must say it's looking a little grey, so I'm curious to see how well this product works.
Our deck before and after cleaning with a pressure washer and decking cleaner.
Following the manufacturer's instructions, I wet the decking with a hose before applying the Wood Reviver. I found it pretty easy to apply using a broom and a paint roller tray. I waited 15 minutes, then used a wet broom to agitate the Wood Reviver. I left it for another 15 minutes, then rinsed it off with a hose.
Following the manufacturer's instructions, I wet the decking with a hose before applying the Wood Reviver. I found it pretty easy to apply using a broom and a paint roller tray. I waited 15 minutes, then used a wet broom to agitate the Wood Reviver. I left it for another 15 minutes, then rinsed it off with a hose.
Decking boards after treating with Wood Reviver.
After it dried, I could see the difference, and the golden colour had started to return, but I repeated the process, and the second coat changed the colour dramatically.
After the 2nd Coat of Wood Reviver.
As you can see in the photos, there is a big difference between the original decking, the washed and cleaned deck, and the reviver coats 1 & 2. The process has brightened the decking and restored it to near its original golden colour.
Do you have light green stains on your decking?
These green stains are just the wood preservative treatment. The green comes from the copper in the treatment. Next, we will tackle retreating with Decking Oil, which requires your decking to be very dry! Decking oil will repel water, protect the timber from UV colour fading, and help prevent mould and algae from returning.
