How To Pressure Wash A Patio

Pressure washing is a great way to clean your patio and remove dirt, grime, and mildew. It's a relatively easy task that can be done in a few hours. Here's how to pressure wash a patio:

1. Gather your materials. You will need a pressure washer, a surface cleaner attachment, a garden hose, and a nozzle. You may also want to wear safety glasses and gloves.

2. Prepare your patio. Remove any furniture or other objects from the patio. Sweep or blow away any loose dirt or debris.

3. Attach the surface cleaner to the pressure washer. The surface cleaner is a flat attachment that helps you clean large areas quickly and evenly.

4. Connect the garden hose to the pressure washer. Turn on the water supply and adjust the pressure to the desired setting. Most patios can be cleaned with a pressure of 2,000 to 3,000 PSI.

5. Start pressure washing. Hold the pressure washer wand at a 45-degree angle to the surface of the patio and move it back and forth in overlapping strokes. Be sure to overlap your strokes by about 50% to ensure that you don't miss any spots.

6. Rinse the patio. Once you have pressure washed the entire patio, rinse it off with clean water. This will remove any remaining soap or dirt.

7. Allow the patio to dry. Once you have rinsed the patio, allow it to dry completely before walking on it or replacing any furniture or objects.