Why Cleaning and Washing of a Cedar House Is the First Step Before Any Other Res

Posted by cedardoctor on November 28th, 2014

Cedar homes are an absolute treat to the eye. Anyone having a good aesthetic sense will agree that cedar homes look fresh and unique. Cedar clad homes boast a beautiful exterior that appeals to even the most discerning eyes. But, in order to ensure the longevity of the cedar you need to take proper care of it. Cedar maintenance is of utmost importance to protect the wood from foreign particles and to ensure that the beauty and freshness of it stay intact.

Maintaining a cedar home is not an easy task and requires professional help. But, you don’t need to lose your sleep thinking about the maintenance of such. Cleaning and washing your home at regular intervals will take care of your maintenance bit. Here are a few reasons why giving your home a ‘bath’ is the first thing you should do before any further restoration process.

• Increase longevity of cedar: Without proper maintenance, the cedar will gradually lose its brownish colour. It will wear out slowly giving your home a dull look. Washing your home keeps the wood fresh. Of course, after the washing is done, you need to ensure that there’s no moisture left on the wood by drying it up. Moisture can cause substantial damage to your property as it is the prime source of mold and algae formation.
• Avoid uncalled mishaps: Always clean the deck at regular intervals. An unclean deck may lead to algae and mold formation. While mold wears away the wood, algae add an unpleasantly green tinge to it. The presence of algae can also make the deck slippery, which may prove to be hazardous for your family members.
• Clears dirt: Dust particles can damage the wood. Cleaning your home allows you to get rid of foreign elements, which would have affected the cedar.
• Retains the warmth and colour of the wood: Cedar looks and feels brilliant. However, with negligence the brilliance will gradually wear out. Clean your home to make sure the cedar looks as fresh as when it was first installed.

Cedar cleaning and washing is what you should do first before taking care of other restoration processes. If you are not sure on how to carry out such tasks, don’t hesitate to consult experts. Such service providers will clean your cedar clad home and ensure the wood lasts long.

So, have you cleaned your home in the recent past? Do your home looks as fresh as before?

About The Author:

John and Ana Skellon established Cedar Doctor in 2005. They have extensive experience of wood restoration. They now work in partnership with an experienced team of tradesmen to provide cedar home restoration services in New Zealand. Cedar Doctor offers services like external cedar cladding refurbishment, timber deck cleaning and staining, garages and entrance door maintenance, roof painting and house washing to add value to your home.