One of my house goals for this year is to amp up our curb appeal something we admittedly haven t paid much attention to since moving in 2 1 2 years ago.
How to wash wood tile siding.
While it s possible to wash wood siding correctly there s also a good chance that water will find its way up and under the exterior surface if you use high pressure.
Give it an occasional cleaning to brighten up its appearance get rid of mildew and prevent discoloration.
And as discussed above it s not suitable for painted surfaces.
Spray your home s wood siding with a garden hose.
A high powered pressure washer can also dent aluminum and vinyl siding.
The jet of a pressure washer can actually damage the wood.
We cleaned this wood siding without a pressure washer.
Clean wood siding your home s exterior really takes a beating.
How to safely clean wood siding on a house.
Use a cement underlayment board.
From there water can damage insulation electrical wiring and can spur mold growth.
If you placed one 12 by 12 inch tile on sheet vinyl it probably would break when weight was applied.
The grit can cause damage as the wood moves with the wind and the changes in temperature.
Avoid cleaning with tsp in the bathroom.
Although cleaning siding and sidewalks isn t the most glamorous of house projects a little water and the right tools can go a long way toward improving your curb appeal.
If you are going to all the expense of installing tiles then do it right.
Master the proper technique and you can use a pressure washer to clean the wood siding on your home safely without incurring damage to the material.
Pressure washing can also remove many stains but care must be taken.
The underlayment is easy to work with and can be cut with a utility knife or a saw.
This will prevent water from going up and getting stuck in siding panels which could damage it.
Wood siding can benefit from a pressure wash as the grit that accumulates can be totally removed.
Damage to certain surfaces.
Usually water is sufficient for cleaning wood siding.
Work your way from the bottom of the wall to the top.