Is Your Deck or Fence Weathered, Gray, and Slippery?
Don't replace it—restore it. Our professional wood restoration and cleaning process safely removes years of damage and brings back the natural beauty of your outdoor living spaces.
Get My Free Wood Restoration QuoteThe Hidden Damage to Your Wood Surfaces
In Middle Tennessee, your decks, fences, and porches take a constant beating from UV rays, high humidity, and rain. That faded, gray appearance isn't just a cosmetic issue; it's a sign that the wood's natural defenses are breaking down.
UV & Sun Damage
The sun's UV rays break down lignin, the natural glue that holds wood fibers together. This leads to the gray, faded look and causes the wood to become brittle and prone to splintering.
Algae & Mildew Growth
Green and black algae thrive on damp, porous wood, creating a dangerous slip hazard on decks and stairs and accelerating rot and decay.
Failed Sealants & Stains
Old, peeling sealants trap moisture against the wood, which is worse than no protection at all. This leads to soft spots, rot, and eventual structural failure.
Our Proven 3-Step Wood Restoration Process
We don't just "pressure wash" your wood—that can cause irreparable damage. We use a professional, multi-step process designed to safely clean, restore, and prepare your wood for a beautiful, long-lasting finish.
Step 1: Deep Cleaning & Stripping
We begin by applying a professional-grade wood cleaner and stripper. This solution is specifically formulated to break down old, failed sealants, remove dead gray wood fibers (lignin), and kill all organic growth like algae and mildew deep within the wood's pores. We gently agitate the surface to ensure the cleaner penetrates evenly.
Step 2: Low-Pressure Power Rinse
Once the cleaner has done its work, we use a carefully controlled low-pressure rinse to wash away all the grime, dead fibers, and old sealant. We use fan-tipped nozzles and maintain a precise distance to avoid furring or "fuzzing" up the wood grain, ensuring the surface is perfectly clean without causing damage.
Step 3: Wood Brightening & Neutralizing
This is the critical step that amateurs skip. We apply a wood brightener, which is a mild acidic solution (typically containing Oxalic Acid). This neutralizes the pH of the wood after cleaning, opens up the pores to accept a new coat of stain, and restores the wood's beautiful, natural warm tones, making it look like new again.
Solutions for All Your Outdoor Living Spaces
Our restoration expertise extends to all types of wood and composite surfaces around your home.
Wood Deck & Patio Restoration
Your deck is an extension of your home, and it deserves the best care. Our professional cleaning is essential before any staining or sealing project. Applying a new stain over a dirty, weathered deck is like painting over rust—it's guaranteed to fail. Our process ensures that the new sealant can penetrate properly into the wood pores, giving you a beautiful finish that will last for years. We handle all common deck types in the Nashville area:
- Pressure-Treated Pine
- Cedar & Redwood
- Exotic Hardwoods like Ipe
Fence Cleaning & Brightening
A weathered, gray fence can drag down the curb appeal of your entire property. Our fence cleaning service safely removes the years of built-up grime and organic growth from your wood or vinyl fence. For wood fences, our brightening process restores the natural color of the wood, making it look years younger. For vinyl fences, our soft wash technique removes green algae and black mildew stains, making the fence look crisp and new again. It's a cost-effective way to dramatically improve your property line.
Trex & Composite Deck Cleaning
Composite decking materials like Trex are low-maintenance, but not zero-maintenance. They are still susceptible to algae, mold, and mildew growth, which can create ugly stains and slippery surfaces. High pressure can permanently scar these materials. We use specialized, composite-safe detergents and controlled pressure as recommended by manufacturers like Trex® to safely clean your composite deck without causing damage, restoring its beauty and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
It absolutely can if done improperly. Using too much pressure or the wrong nozzle can permanently scar the wood, leaving "wand marks" and a fuzzy, splintered surface. That's why we use a chemical-based approach with a low-pressure rinse. Our priority is to protect the integrity of the wood while achieving a deep clean.
Due to the high humidity and sun exposure in Middle Tennessee, we recommend having your wood surfaces professionally cleaned and sealed every 2-3 years. This regular maintenance prevents the wood from weathering, protects it from moisture and UV damage, and keeps it looking beautiful for years to come, saving you from a costly replacement.
In most cases, a simple "maintenance wash" is not effective if there is an existing, failing sealant on the wood. Applying a new coat of stain over old, peeling sealant is guaranteed to fail quickly. Our "strip and brighten" process is designed to create the perfect canvas for a new sealant to properly adhere to and protect the wood, ensuring a long-lasting, professional finish.
Restore the Natural Beauty of Your Outdoor Spaces.
Don't let a weathered deck or fence detract from your home's value. Contact us for a free, no-obligation quote on our professional wood restoration services.
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