Sometimes, my go-to method of deck cleaning ([ Ссылка ]) isn't the best choice. For example, when cleaning in cold weather, oxygen bleach doesn't work so well.
In this video, I show a quick and cheap method of making a solution of sodium hydroxide for use in cleaning grimy wooden decks in cold weather.
Do your homework and unstained the chemical well BEFORE you use it. Sodium hydroxide can be very dangerous!
Yes, after cleaning a wooden deck with sodium hydroxide, it's a fine idea to treat it all with oxalic acid to brighten the wood. I illustrate that here: [ Ссылка ]
This video here is a basic HOW TO... sort of like "Deck Cleaning 102." As any professional exterior cleaner or deck restorer knows, *much* more can be said and done about cleaning a wood deck, but I hope this video answers the most basic questions.
For those wondering where to buy the chemical used in this video, you can click the link below. Note that I earn a small commission if you purchase products from these links:
Sodium hydroxide:
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Links to some equipment I use:
Respirator Mask: [ Ссылка ]
Respirator Cartridges: [ Ссылка ]
Safety Gloves: [ Ссылка ]
Pressure Washer Nozzle: [ Ссылка ]
Grundens Waterproof Bib Pants: [ Ссылка ]
Grunden Jacket [ Ссылка ]
Safety Glasses: [ Ссылка ]
Neoprene Boots: [ Ссылка ]
Gel Boot Inserts: [ Ссылка ]
I clean exterior surfaces for a living here on beautiful Cape Cod. If you want to learn more about my services, please check out more here:
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Thanks for watching!
