You agonized over getting a pergola built in your yard for so long, and on the day you got one, you probably couldn’t have been happier. But what do you do after you get your pergola? You want it to always look its best but your pergola probably didn’t come with any cleaning instructions. So how do you maintain your pergola and keep it clean? Here is the pergola maintenance guide below.
Hose Down Your Pergola
No matter the size of your pergola, even if it’s a 12 x 12 pergola, hosing it down on a regular basis is important to keep it looking clean. This will keep the dirt and grime away which can cause mold and mildew to start growing. This can also remove any unsightly bird poop that might have gotten onto the top of your pergola.
Apply Fresh Stain
If your pergola is made of wood, it would be essential to reapply the stain when it’s worn out. Stain prevents wood from rotting and flaking apart, which can compromise the pergola’s structure. You can choose to go with the original colour or you can try out other shades to spice things up a bit in your garden.
Using Warm Soapy Water
Any type of pergola can be refreshed with a healthy dosing of warm soapy water, no matter what it’s made of. It’s an easy way to remove a lot of dust and grime, and can remove any stains that may have formed on those hard-to-reach areas.
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Fix Any Damages
Pergolas can become more damaged than you realize, and even more so if you don’t take care of the small wear and tear. Once you notice anything awry, fix it as soon as possible. Touch up any dings or scratches, take care of any fabric tears, and use a repair kit if there are bigger problems that need fixing.
Trimming Foliage
Do you have trees or bushes growing near your pergola? Do you have a natural one that has climbing vines on them? It would be a good idea to keep this greenery trimmed to a reasonable size and length to prevent your pergola from becoming damaged. Tree limbs can break during a windstorm and cause damage to your pergolas, and any growing vines can become too heavy for the pergola’s structure.
Removing Mildew And Stains
Since your pergola will be exposed to the elements, it could end up being damp throughout most of the year. This makes it easy for mildew to grow, which can make the surface of it a little unsightly. Mix one cup of bleach with a gallon of water and start scrubbing the surface with a soft brush to get rid of mildew and stains.
A pergola isn’t something you should ignore, since it’s not going to take care of itself. It should be adding value to our home, not taking it away, and if it’s not maintained, then it’s definitely going to detract some value. If you’re looking to add a pergola to your yard, then feel free to contact the nearest landscaping contractor to help you out.
