Apply Pressure Washing to the Fence
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Pressure Washing Wood Fences. How To FAST and Correct!
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Once the pressure washer is primed and safety gear is on, start the pressure washer engine. Begin applying the high-pressure water stream to the fence. The crucial technique is to move the rotating nozzle up and down the pickets, following the wood grain, rather than stripping across horizontally. This vertical motion prevents visible cross-hatching marks, which are particularly noticeable if a semi-transparent stain is applied later. Work systematically, cleaning one side of the fence pickets first. If there are gaps between pickets, ensure to clean any wood fibers or debris that might be pushed through to the opposite side of the fence. Also, when working close to a structure like a house, aim the stream at an angle away from the building to avoid spraying wood fibers and dirt onto the siding. If any debris does get on the house, it can be cleaned off after completing the fence.
Goal: Strip the old finish and thoroughly clean the fence using the pressure washer.
Tools and materials
- Gloves — To protect hands during pressure washing
- Pressure washer — To generate high-pressure water for cleaning and stripping the fence
- Pressure washer wand — To direct the high-pressure water stream to the fence surface
- Rotating nozzle — To effectively strip old finishes and loose wood fibers from the fence
- Safety glasses — To protect eyes from debris and high-pressure water spray
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