After months of wind, rain and grey skies, the first sunny spring weekend is the moment many of us step outside and realise the garden needs some serious attention. The patio has turned green, the decking is slippery, the garden furniture is covered in grime and there are leaves in every corner.<\/p>\n
The mild, damp climate around Weston-super-Mare and North Somerset is ideal for moss and algae, so outdoor surfaces can deteriorate quickly over winter. Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting your garden ready for the warmer months.<\/p>\n
Start by clearing the decks, literally.<\/p>\n
Patios are often the most-used part of the garden and the first to turn green.<\/p>\n
Natural stone such as sandstone and limestone is softer than concrete paving and can be damaged by high pressure. For these surfaces, a soft wash<\/strong> (low pressure with a cleaning solution) is safer.<\/p>\n Decking becomes dangerously slippery when it’s covered in green algae.<\/p>\n Composite decking needs a gentler approach. Check the manufacturer’s care guide.<\/p>\n Green algae and dirt make fences and walls look tired. A gentle wash with a garden-safe cleaner can make a big difference. Rendered and painted walls should be soft washed rather than pressure washed. Once clean and dry, it’s a good time to re-paint or stain fences and sheds.<\/p>\n In coastal areas, salt in the air can corrode metal furniture faster, so regular cleaning helps it last longer.<\/p>\n Once the garden is looking great, dirty windows and a stained driveway really stand out. Spring is the perfect time for a window clean<\/a> to remove winter grime and salt, and a driveway jet wash<\/a> to clear moss and weeds before they really get going.<\/p>\n DIY garden cleaning can be very satisfying, but it’s also hard work and easy to damage surfaces with the wrong pressure or products. Professional cleaners use commercial equipment that cleans evenly, choose the right method for each surface, protect your plants and tidy up properly afterwards.<\/p>\nStep 3: Revive the decking<\/h2>\n
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Step 4: Clean fences, walls and sheds<\/h2>\n
Step 5: Garden furniture<\/h2>\n
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Step 6: Don’t forget windows and driveway<\/h2>\n
How to stop moss and algae coming back<\/h2>\n
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When to call in the professionals<\/h2>\n