Rain, snow, frost, this winter our beautiful wooden deck was not spared, and as we did not protect it, worse still it was completely abandoned, we pay our left went. But all is not lost.

Solution 1: Operation staining

To return to its original color, mix 10 tablespoons of sodium carbonate in 10 liters of water, shake well. The magic potion is applied to the broomstick by rubbing vigorously . Let it work for half an hour and rinse with water. Once dry it should have recovered colors.

Solution 2: I assume the gray effect

Rather than hiding one can also choose to fully assume the greyish reflections. In this case, we give to its terrace a small stroke of brightness. We mix black soap and water 4 tablespoons per 10 L of warm water, be careful dilute the soap, add a little natural insecticide and rub the wood with a broom very hard, always in the direction of the grooves.

Solution 3: I look forward to next year

As for solid wood floors , outdoor terraces require regular maintenance, guaranteeing good health. Ideally, clean it twice a year , before and at the end of the summer. To protect the wood just apply a mixture of 1.5 kg of boron salt 10 L of warm water (materials-naturels.fr). The wood needs to breathe! Leave it alone, and avoid linseed oil that tends to leave black marks on the blades! Finally, last advice, never leave stagnant water, it rotten the wood. Once washed, dry mop on the surface.

And when there is foam?

Go brave, there is only the elbow oil that works , we mix 4 tablespoon of baking soda in 1 L of water and we rub again and again with a broom in the direction of the blades. Then we rinse.