Formulating a homemade deck cleaner or patio scrub is not only simple, but it's often more economically and ecologically friendly than what you find in the aisle of your grocery store. Next time ...

For a refreshed deck in a matter of hours, mix up a batch of homemade deck cleaner, apply it with a deck brush and a little elbow grease, and then rinse away all manner of dirt and grime. Why ...

‘Homemade solution’ removes algae from decking while ‘lifting any stain’ for just 65p Decking can be prone to stains, moss, algae and debris, especially as the weather gets cooler.

Everything we have read online recommends using only soap and water for cleaning and discourages pressure-washing Trex decking of this vintage.

Compared to painting or staining your wooden porch floor every year or two, the composite decking is relatively maintenance-free. But nothing is entirely so.