Decking Care & Cleaning
Recommended Products For General Cleaning
Although AVID products are low-maintenance, we recommend periodic cleaning to help maintain the beauty of the product.
Brushes
Using the correct brush is very important. Using the incorrect brush can make cleaning more difficult or even damage the deck board. We recommend using the Quickie® Bulldozer Deck Scrub Brush or a medium stiffness nylon bristle deck brush. These can be found at most large retail home centers or online. Do not use a stiff, natural fiber deck brush on AVID Decking as they can dull the surface.
Cleaner
Cleaning Products
Dirt, Grime, Tannin, and Mildew Stains
AVID traditional composite products are formulated to inhibit mildew growth and minimize staining. Rinse off your products periodically with a hose. Even if it appears clean, it is important to prevent build-up of pollen/debris. Mildew stains may occur where moisture, pollens, and/or dirt are present. Mildew needs a food source to grow, which can be grass, pollens, dirt, debris, wood, and wood resins.
Maintaining a clean dry surface is the best method for combating mildew. Ensure that water drains effectively from your deck. For Composite Decking, be sure that gaps exist between boards to allow for drainage. Cleaners and brushes that are recommended for mildew removal and/or heavy cleaning are: Like any other wood-based product, Avid’s Wood-PE composite products may experience a naturally occurring process called Extractive Bleeding/Tannins. This process may cause temporary discoloration that will weather away with exposure to flushing rainfall and UV. In most cases, the weathering process takes 8-10 weeks but could vary depending on location and specific product application such as a covered porch.
Maintaining a clean dry surface is the best method for combating mildew. Ensure that water drains effectively from your deck. For Composite Decking, be sure that gaps exist between boards to allow for drainage. Cleaners and brushes that are recommended for mildew removal and/or heavy cleaning are: Like any other wood-based product, Avid’s Wood-PE composite products may experience a naturally occurring process called Extractive Bleeding/Tannins. This process may cause temporary discoloration that will weather away with exposure to flushing rainfall and UV. In most cases, the weathering process takes 8-10 weeks but could vary depending on location and specific product application such as a covered porch.
Other Considerations
To keep your Deck looking its best, here are a few things to consider: