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Your fence is the greatest element
of privacy your home can have. Using a pressure washer is a time
effective way a maintaining a beautiful fence for years to come.
A pressure washing company can also profit greatly from pressure
cleaning fences. Think of how many homes you know of with a fence,
and all of them will need to be cleaned at some point in time. Not
everyone will want to do this themselves, for those that do a pressure
washer is still the only way to go. A light to medium commercial
pressure washer will get this job done.
Over time your fence will begin to show age from the sun and rain,
and even algae and mold will make themselves at home on your fence.
All of these elements can make your fence look old in a hurry. Depending
on the type of scum you are trying to remove from your fence you
will want to pick the appropriate chemicals. Our 513
general house wash will general handle most all fence applications.
Bleach is never recommended for any wood surface, it will cause
the wood to swell and loose color, the swelling will keep sealers
from penetrating into the wood. The recommended pressure for your
fence will be between 1500-2000 psi, too much pressure can gouge
or splinter your wood. You may want to take aim at a few old boards
to test how the deck will respond to pressure washing before beginning
your deck restoration.
Start by connecting you pressure washer to the appropriate water
supply, then turn your machine on. Using the black spray tip apply
your chemical to the area you are working on being sure to follow
all the directions. For larger fences you may want to work in sections.
After you have allowed you chemical to work start cleaning by holding
your wand at a 90° angle to the fence keeping your tip constantly
moving. Once you have finished washing your fence you will need
to give it 24-48 hours to dry before adding a sealer. When washing
around corners you will want to use added caution to not damage
the wood.
Pressure Washing Tips Overview
- 0° Spray Tip – RED - This tip is
not recommended for wood applications, its
stream of water is to narrow and concentrated. This tip would
be ideal for concrete, and metal.
- 15° Spray Tip – YELLOW - This tip
is a heavy duty cleaning or stripping tip. You
can use this tip for cleaning concrete, loose paint, and driveways.
- 25° Spray Tip – GREEN - This tip
is for general washing purposes. You will find yourself using
this tip for your deck, siding, and your car.
- 40° Spray Tip – WHITE - This tip
has the least amount of impact. The white tip is great for rinsing,
cleaning out your gutters, and other sensitive jobs.
NOTICE: Amazing Machinery and/or the author of
any listed instructions on this website are in no way and/or can
not be held responsible for any damage and/or injury to any person,
pressure washer, or property being pressure washed by anyone attempting
to perform the recommendations contained herein. Always read the
product manual and use your pressure washer in a safe manner.
If you were not able to find the answer
you were looking for in this section call Amazing Machinery at 1-800-504-7435
to speak with one of our experienced pressure washing staff members.
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