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Patios and decking will also benefit from a tidy-up after the winter months as the wet weather can encourage algae and moss growth, which can be slippery if left untreated.

Put all your furniture and pots to one side to make sure you cover the whole area properly. If you’re working with a large surface area you might want to consider using a pressure washer.

If your patio has suddenly started sprouting lots of weeds and moss between the gaps and joints, but you don’t want to use a pressure washer (as this can disrupt the sand underneath the paving slabs),

A patio cleaner is a great alternative to a pressure washer as it won’t cause damage to the mortar or lift paving slabs.

Patios and decking

you may benefit from a less heavy-duty tool such as a patio cleaner.

Ryobi patio cleaner, the RY18PCA-0, has a wire brush that spins to remove any unsightly weeds and moss within the crevices.

Weeds can also be removed from cracks by pulling them up from the root. Make sure you wear proper gloves as some weeds, such as stinging nettles, can irritate the hands.

Once you’ve pulled up all your weeds and washed down your surfaces, put your furniture and pots back to their original position, or try a new layout for a fresh look!