Whiteriver Composite Decking

DIRT & GRIME

Whiteriver recommend cleaning your deck on a regular basis in order to remove debris, pollen, and dirt. Normally all you need is a deck brush, warm water and a mild household cleaner such as liquid soap or Woca Exterior Cleaner. Scrubbing in the direction of the grain is best. Thoroughly rinse off with a garden hose. If there is heavier dirt, you can use a low pressure washer with wide fan tips at a safe distance using a maximum pressure of 1500psi at a minimum distance of 25cm (10”)

OIL & GREASE

A quick clean-up is best in order to clean grease or oil stains. If this does not work, there are several commercial cleaners available for oil and grease. It is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions, try it first in an inconspicuous place and ensure you are happy before proceeding. After cleaning the deck the colour may have lightened, it will take 8-10 weeks for the sun to match the remaining deck.

MOULD & MILDEW

Mould and mildew are very common and will thrive and grow where there is water, dirt, leaves, grass, wood and any decaying debris. By regular washing with Woca Exterior Cleaner, it helps to minimise the growth of mould and mildew and also helps to avoid staining.

PROTECTION

We suggest a mat under your BBQ to protect from grease stains, and plastic protectors under metal furniture or planters to prevent gouging and potential rust stains.

WEATHERING

As Composite Decking is a wood based product it can experience a natural process which is called Extractive Bleeding, this can cause a temporary discolouration of the deck which will weather away. It can take 10-12 weeks for this to happen depending on the location etc.

SCRATCHES & HEAVIER STAINS

Scratches or difficult stains can be removed by using a wire brush or sanding with 80-100 grit sandpaper. When brushing always run with grain. It will take 8-10 weeks for the repaired area to blend in with the rest of the deck.

TANNINS (STAINS)

As with all products containing wood, tannin stains can occur. Tannins can form when organic material such as leaves, seeds and other debris get stuck between the gaps in the boards of the deck and water starts to pool under it. You can use a garden hose or a spatula to keep the gaps clean. Keeping the gaps clean will help to keep your deck looking good.

SNOW & ICE

As with any outdoor surface, Whiteriver decks can become slippery in winter weather. Take extra care when walking on wet, icy and snowy conditions. You can use a shovel or brush to remove snow or ice. Calcium chloride or rock salt will melt ice on decking. Rinse off when first practical.

McMahons Builders Providers are proud to be the preferred supplier of Whiteriver Composite Decking.