Irvine, AyrshireMon–Sat · 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM · Sun · 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM info@rootsandlawns.co.uk01294 286739 AboutServices Service Areas Our WorkReviewsContact01294 286739Request Estimate - Home - Services - Decking Cleaning Decking Cleaning in Ayrshire # Decking Restored fromSlippery & Grey toWarm-Toned & Safe Wood-safe oxygen-bleach cleaning, low-pressure rotary, optional sanding and re-oiling. Your deck looking like the day it was laid — and safe to walk on barefoot. Request Free Quote Call 01294 286739 Wood-safe method · Optional re-oil or re-stain · Slip-resistance restored - Wood-safe Low pressure, oxygen bleach — no scoring - Re-oil Optional refresh in the same visit - Slip-safe Algae removed, traction restored - Same day Most decks done in one visit The Service ## Decking Doesn't Have to Be a Maintenance Nightmare Timber decking gets a bad reputation because so much of it is laid and forgotten. Within two seasons it's grey, the boards are velvety with algae, and after a shower it's like walking on ice. Most of that is fixable — and once treated properly, decking needs only a light annual wash to stay great. Our decking cleaning uses oxygen-bleach-based timber cleaner (not chlorine, which damages timber fibres) and a wood-safe rotary head at low pressure. The grey UV-damaged surface layer lifts, the original colour comes back, and the slip risk goes. Optional add-ons include light sanding for boards that have splintered, full strip-back of failing oil or stain, and a fresh re-oil or re-stain in the same visit. Composite decking gets a gentler treatment — neutral cleaner and a soft brush, no rotary. Why It Matters ## Why Neglected Decking Is a Real Hazard Slippery decking is one of the most common home-injury claims in the UK. It's also one of the easiest to fix. ### Genuine slip risk Algae-coated decking in wet weather has less grip than wet ice. A&E sees these injuries every winter — and home insurance can argue you knew about the hazard. ### Boards rot from the top down Algae and damp held against timber accelerates rot. A deck that could last 25 years can fail in 8 if never maintained. ### Splintering and screw lift UV-damaged surface fibres split. Bare feet and dogs find every splinter. Screws lift as boards cup, becoming a trip hazard. ### Costly full replacement Replacing a deck costs 8-15× the cost of an annual clean and re-oil. Maintain the surface and the substructure outlasts you. Our Process ## How We Deliver Decking Cleaning in Ayrshire - 01 ### Site Visit or Photo Quote Fixed price by m² after a quick look or a photo. We identify the timber type and current finish so we use the right system. - 02 ### Oxygen-Bleach Treatment Wood-safe cleaner applied and given dwell time to lift algae, biofilm and grey UV layer. - 03 ### Low-Pressure Rotary Clean Wood-safe rotary head with hot water — even, no banding, no scoring. Boards rinsed clean with the grain. - 04 ### Optional Sand & Strip Light belt-sanding for splintered or rough boards. Full strip if existing finish is failing. - 05 ### Optional Re-Oil or Stain Premium decking oil (Osmo, Ronseal) or solid-colour deck stain applied in the right weather window. Why Choose Us ## The Difference, In Plain English ### Slip risk eliminated Algae removed, surface traction restored. ### Wood-safe method Oxygen bleach, not chlorine. Low pressure, not lance work. ### Original colour back Grey UV layer lifts to reveal warm timber underneath. ### Optional re-oil same visit Refresh the finish without booking a second job. ### Composite-safe option Gentle cleaner and soft brush for composite boards. ### Fixed per-m² pricing Quoted in writing. Add-ons (sanding, oiling) priced separately and up front. In Detail ## Decking Cleaning — Materials & Treatments Decking varies hugely. Softwood, hardwood, composite — each one needs a different system. Here's what we use. ### Softwood (treated pine, spruce) Oxygen-bleach cleaner + wood-safe rotary at 80-100 bar. Sanding optional if boards are splintering. Re-oil with Osmo Decking Oil or Ronseal — typically 2 coats, brushed in the grain. ### Hardwood (oak, iroko, cumaru) Same gentle method but with hardwood-specific oil for re-finishing. Hardwood deck often goes a beautiful silver-grey naturally and can be left unoiled if that's the look you want — we'll discuss preference. ### Composite decking (Trex, Millboard, Saige) Soft brush and neutral pH composite cleaner — never rotary, never bleach. Composite that's gone mossy in shaded corners cleans up easily with the right approach. No oil or stain needed. ### Sanding & restoration Belt sander for badly splintered or rough boards. Edges and grooves done by hand. Sanding lifts maybe 1mm of surface and reveals fresh timber underneath — adds years to a deck. ### Stripping failing finish Old solid-colour deck stains or paint that's peeling: we strip with a chemical stripper, scrape, sand and refinish. Doubles the job but the result is far better than just cleaning over the failing finish. ### Oiling vs staining vs decking paint Oil soaks into the timber and replenishes natural protection — looks the most natural, easiest to maintain. Stain adds colour and UV protection. Decking paint gives a solid colour but peels and chips with foot traffic. We almost always recommend oil. ### Substructure inspection While we're there, we check the joists and posts for rot. Often a £100-£200 substructure repair now saves a £2,000+ deck replacement in 5 years' time. ### Residential vs commercial Pub gardens, hotel terraces and holiday-let decks on annual maintenance programmes. Slip-resistance important for public liability — we provide before/after photos for the file. Where We Work ## Decking Cleaning Across Ayrshire Same trusted local team in every town we cover. - Irvine - Kilwinning - Saltcoats - Stevenston - Ardrossan - Largs - Dalry - West Kilbride - Beith - Kilbirnie - Dreghorn - Fairlie - Kilmarnock - Stewarton - Dundonald - Troon - Ayr - Prestwick - View all areas Frequently Asked ## Honest Answers, Up Front How much does decking cleaning cost in Ayrshire?Cleaning alone is typically £4-£7 per m². A standard 20m² deck is £100-£160. Sanding is +£3-£5/m². Re-oiling is +£4-£8/m² including paint. All quoted in writing up front. Will pressure washing damage my decking? How long does it take? Can you do composite decking? Do I need to re-oil after cleaning? Will the algae come back? Can you replace damaged boards? Is the cleaner safe for plants and pets? Related Services ## Often Booked Alongside Decking Cleaning Pressure & Surface Cleaning ### Pressure Washing See the service Pressure & Surface Cleaning ### Patio Cleaning See the service Landscaping & Construction ### Painting See the service Looking for something else? View all services or back to home. ## Bring Your Deck Back to Life Photo quote in under an hour, most decks cleaned in a single visit, optional same-visit re-oiling for years of protection. 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