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Effortless Wooden Deck Cleaning: The Hose-and-Broom Trick That Works

Effortless Wooden Deck Cleaning: The Hose-and-Broom Trick That Works

Got a grimy wooden deck? Skip the backbreaking scrubbing or endless sweeping. As deck maintenance experts know, there's a smarter, proven way to restore it quickly and effectively.

Attach your garden hose to a push broom for a powerful, hands-free cleaning combo that rivals a pressure washer—minus the hassle.

Effortless Wooden Deck Cleaning: The Hose-and-Broom Trick That Works

Contents
  • How to
  • Result

How to

1. Lay a garden hose alongside a push broom, positioning the hose end level with the broom bristles.

2. Secure the hose to the broom handle with tape.

3. Connect the hose to your water supply.

4. Turn on the water.

5. Sweep across the deck—the water blasts dirt away as you go.

Result

Your deck will gleam like new. This method is highly efficient, mimicking professional pressure washing. For tougher grime, dip the broom in soapy water occasionally.