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Finding the right home renovations is a tricky balancing act between choosing things that look great and picking options that bring value to your home. That’s why adding a pool to a UK home is never a wise renovation – it may look cool and feel practical to you, but it will likely devalue your home as future buyers won’t want a pool in a country that sees so much rainfall per year! 

With that in mind, decking has become one of the biggest and best home improvement ideas out there. It reportedly adds 15% to your home’s total value, making it a wise investment as well as a stunning renovation. The only problem with decks is that they can deteriorate over time, meaning they turn into a burden more than a benefit. 

That’s why today’s blog is all about deck maintenance! The four tips below will help you maintain a gorgeous deck that flourishes for years on end. You’ll keep your deck for longer and will reduce the amount of money spent on running repairs, maximising your investment. 

Clean It As Often As You Can

There’s no such thing as cleaning your deck too often. Brush away debris from the surface as often as you can. You don’t want wet leaves to assemble on your deck as they create moisture spots where mould will grow and eat away at the planks. Sweep your deck whenever it looks messy and use a pressure washer to give it a thorough clean every few months. 

Inspect The Boards For Damage

Get into the habit of checking your deck for signs of damage. It’s much easier to deal with small problems if you spot them early, preventing them from turning into big, costly ones. A common issue to look for is rusted or degraded screws in the planks. This can weaken their structure and cause warping or cracking. Replacing old decking screws is much cheaper and easier than needing to replace entire chunks of your deck. Always keep an eye on your deck, and be sure to deal with any issues you spot. 

Seal Your Deck For Moisture Protection

You must protect your deck from the elements, which means sealing it every 1-3 years. Sealing a deck basically puts a protective barrier over the wood, preventing it from getting damaged by rain or snow. Thankfully, this isn’t something you have to do every week, yet it goes a long way to extend your deck’s life. 

Put Your Outdoor Furniture On Protective Pads

Most of you will have outdoor furniture on your deck. It’s a great place to gather with friends/family and adds to the aesthetic appeal of this part of your home’s exterior. However, outdoor furniture can cause pressure on parts of the deck, ruining the planks. Solve this by putting protective pads under the furniture’s pressure points. It provides a protective barrier between the furniture and the deck, softening the pressure and keeping the wood in the best condition. 

That’s all you need to do for optimal deck maintenance – and most of the tasks aren’t daily or weekly things! You’ll see a remarkable improvement in your decks appearance; it’ll look brand-new for as long as possible! 

ChrissyJ xxx