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How to Refinish Your Deck


By Eric Liskey; Photography by Pete Krumhardt

Tools to scrub deck by hand
 

Scrubbing

Scrubbing by hand or with a stiff-bristle push broom can be an effective way to prep a deck. It may not scour tight corners or deep cracks the way a pressure washer can, but if you use trisodium phosphate (TSP) or a commercial cleaner, scrubbing can be adequate for small jobs. Some professionals actually prefer brush-scrubbing as a less-harsh alternative to power washing.



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