A DIY expert has revealed how you can make your patio summer-ready without splashing out or harming the environment, using an “eco-friendly” method that delivers “spotless” results
Getting your patio ready for the summer needn’t be costly or harmful to the environment (stock)(Image: Getty Images)
You can make your home patio look “spotless” if you use a simple method with just two household ingredients, it has been claimed. Although it’s potentially a tough and time-consuming job, getting your patio ready for the summer needn’t be costly or harmful to the environment, according to DIY expert Fix it with Fowler.
He claimed that his “eco-friendly” method will offer “spotless” results without the use of “harsh chemicals” that could be hazardous for your pets or even require a power washer.
Indeed, his approach requires two items that you quite possibly find “under your kitchen sink”, one of which is available from Aldi for just 62p. He explained the process in a video for his YouTube channel.
The expert said: “Have you got a dirty patio like this? Well, today on Fix It With Fowler, I’m going to show you how to clean it without using any harmful chemicals, especially for the environment, and even for your pets. And the best thing is you don’t even need a jet wash.
You won’t need a power washer, just a garden hose (stock)(Image: Getty Images)
“There are loads of different chemical-based cleaning products that you can use to clean your patio. And although these are really good at cleaning your patio, they can be quite bad for the environment, wildlife, and even your pets.
“And in most cases, you need to keep your pets away until the area is dry or, in some worst cases, for up to two days. And that just is not possible for us, so I’ve come up with a nice eco-friendly alternative that I’m going to try and clean the patio with.”
Step 1 – Remove any weeds
He explained that the method isn’t “damaging” to plants, so weeds will have to be removed before you start. For the job, the expert used a trowel to scrape them from the tiles.
Step 2 – Sweep and hose down the patio
Afterwards, use a stiff brush to sweep the yard and remove any “loose debris”. You can then wet the yard using a “quick and convenient” garden hose.
A DIY expert claimed his “eco-friendly” method will offer “spotless” results (stock)
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Step 3 – Apply your ingredients
He said: “So the next stage is to apply some sodium carbonate, and I’ve got this soda crystals, which is sodium carbonate, readily available. And if you’re lucky, you might have some under your kitchen sink.”
The expert explained that you simply need to give the patio a “light sprinkle”, ensuring you cover the entire area. And then add a “little bit of washing up liquid”.
For his patio, the expert used Dri-Pak Soda Crystals, which are available online for £3.29 (1kg), but there are other varieties out there.
Step 4 – Scrub the area
Next, you should scrub the patio using a stiff brush, beginning at one end of the tiles and working “your way around”. He described this step as the “hardest part” and advised paying particular attention to any “bad” sections.
Once complete, simply leave it for 48 hours to do the rest.
Step 5 – Rinse
After 48 hours had elapsed, the expert returned to the patio, where there had been a visible improvement. He explained that rain had washed some of the residue away already, but he would finish the rest off with a hose and then let it dry.
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