A well-maintained patio is the heart of any beautiful outdoor space. Whether it’s for entertaining guests, relaxing with family, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the outdoors, regular maintenance and care is crucial to keeping your patio looking its best.
In this blog post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about patio maintenance, including cleaning tips, seasonal care and repair advice.
Keeping your patio clean is an essential step in not only maintaining its appearance, but also improving it’s longevity.
Regularly sweeping your patio with a hard brush will help to remove leaves, dirt and other debris. Keeping on top of this, will also help to prevent staining.
If your patio requires deeper cleaning, you may consider a pressure wash or jet wash. These are great at removing stubborn areas of dirt and grime, however they should be used with caution as to not damage the surface of your patio.
Best practice when pressure washing, is to use a medium pressure of water to avoid being too vigorous. It also recommended to maintain a distance of approximately 50cm from the tiles, and always jet wash at a 45 degree angle.
To tackle any areas of staining or grime, you can use cleaning projects to restore your patio to its former glory. This could include a mild detergent or cleaning project combined with water, or for harder stains (such as oil) consider a more specialised patio cleaning product.
Our top tip is to use ‘The Pink Stuff’ as a great, low cost option for porcelain slabs. Simply apply with a cloth, and watch the stains disappear.
Weeds can quickly overrun your patio if not maintained. Not only do they spoil the aesthetics and look of your patio, but they can also cause long term damage.
Making a habit of regularly removing any weeds that may appear, is a great way of maintaining your patio. Ensuring you remove the roots, will also prevent regrowth.
There are a range of options when it comes to weed killers. Using specialised products or home remedies (such as boiling water or baking soda) can prevent new growth between pavers.
The best way to tackle weeds is with prevention. By making sure any cracks, gaps or joints in your patio are sealed you can reduce the chance of weeds growing.
It’s inevitable that over time, your patio will develop issues and repairs that need to be addressed.
You can replace any cracked or broken pavers in your patio to prevent further damage. Alternatively, you can fill any small cracks with a patching compound material, for smaller repairs.
Over time, with wear and tear, your patio pavers may loosen and become wobbly. You can re-secure them by replacing the sand or gravel material underneath, and simply replacing them.
Whilst not directly related to your patio, it’s important to also your garden furniture when maintaining your patio space.
Wiping down furniture regularly with a damp cloth can help to remove dust and dirt. You can also using a mild soap and cleaning products to remove tougher grime and stains.
In the UK, there is no predicting the weather. Using weatherproof covers for your patio furniture can help to protect it from the sun, rain and snow. It’s also best to store any cushions or more delicate items indoors during extreme weather and depending on the seasons.
There are a few extra steps and tips to keep your patio looking it’s best for years to come
Periodically inspecting your patio for signs of wear and tear, can help you to spot any potential issues before they worsen. This includes loose slabs, pavers or potential drainage issues.
Ensuring proper and effective drainage is critical to your patios longevity. Common patio drainage issues include pooling and flooding, which if left unresolved can lead to damage and erosion.
With some regular maintenance and care, you can keep your patio looking it’s best for years to come.
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