How to clean your patio

Here at Mone Bros DIY, our patio paving will need a certain level of maintenance to keep it looking at its very best. Our step-by-step guides on how to clean them can be found in this article.

Here at Mone Bros DIY, our patio paving will need a certain level of maintenance to keep it looking at its very best. Now, to remove any general dirt, we recommend that you regularly brush it, and if the colour starts to deteriorate, it can be saved by scrubbing with soap and warm water or using our PAVETUF A range of specialist cleaners, each designed to tackle different types of stains for a range of different landscaping materials (call us for advise on these) or a power washer. in the first instance the basic soap and water an power washing methods below can be of great help.

Soap and warm water

Tools & materials needed: Bucket, hard-bristle brush, hose pipe, warm water and washing up liquid.

1.       Clear the patio of any furniture

2.       Get some washing up liquid and warm water, and mix it together in a bucket.

3.       Pour the bucket over the area where the colour is starting to fade.

4.       Using a hard-bristled brush, scrub the area.

5.       Then rinse the scrubbed area with clean water.

6.       Leave it for at least 24 hours.

7.       Repeat the cleaning process again if needed.

8.       Put all furniture back

Power washer

Tools & materials needed: Power washer and water

           1.       Clear the patio of any furniture

           2.       Sweep the area clean.

           3.       Connect your water supply to the power washer hose.

           4.       Turn on the tap.

           5.       Power wash down the patio from side to side, making sure you cover all areas be careful not to blow the joints out.

           6.       Turn the tap off and disconnect the hose

           7.       Put all furniture back

If you need some advice on our paving stone products or want to hear more about our garden products such as topsoil and gravel, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our Leeds based team on 0113 267 4386.

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