Is it possible that we’re finally getting a real spring in Northern Virginia? Fair 60 degree days call for pleasant afternoons outdoors with some iced tea and your favorite book. As you start to venture outdoors, you naturally take stock of what you need to repair before you can start successfully entertaining on your porch or deck. If your outdoor areas look a bit worn down from the harsh winter conditions, here are some quick things you can do a few things to make them spring-ready.
1. Pressure Wash Your Deck or Patio
After the majority of pollen has subsided, it’s a great opportunity to wash off all the grime that has accumulated over the cold months. Early spring pollen and dirt from storms and other outdoor debris can make your deck’s surface and rails look dull and worn down, but a quick clean up can make it look like new again!
2. Stain & Finish Dull Wood
If it’s been a few years and your deck’s outdoor protection has worn off, it may be due for a routine spruce-up. Take some time on a dry afternoon to stain and finish your deck once more to give it the bold color and shine it once had when you installed it.
P.s. You should only stain, paint, or finish a clean deck, so pressure washing the day before is a must!
2. Get New Deck Furniture & Accessories
New seasons call for an update and improvement in your outdoor furniture selection. If you already have a decent outdoor set, doing something cost-effective like updating its cushions can make the whole set look new. Stores like At Home have a massive section that sell outdoor cushion sets for under $35 per piece, which makes a full cushion refresh cost under $150 if you shop smart.
Pro Tip: One way to update your outdoor furniture set for a bargain is to wait until the end of fall for outdoor furniture clearance sales. At this time, many stores are trying to get rid of their summer inventory. Their loss is your gain! (And better yet, you can even use this furniture into the end of November, as Virginian falls are still pretty warm!)
3. Get a New Deck Membrane
If your deck’s surface itself looks a bit rough, Continental has many membranes that can seal its surface to make your outdoor walking area slip-resistant, durable, and attractive. Dec-Tec has membranes to suit your unique outdoor deck and patio surface needs.
These membranes are guaranteed for 15 years and are a valuable investment to reduce the amount of maintenance you need to do for traditional wooden decks.
Deck Replacement & Repair in Northern Virginia
Whether you’re looking for better form or function, or simply feel that a new deck is in order, trust Noble Roofing, the preferred choice for all home improvement projects in Centreville VA and its surrounding cities. Give us call at (703) 404-0505 to speak with our experts. You can also request a free estimate through our online request form today.