Agitation and Debris Removal
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What happens here
Once the surface is thoroughly wet, begin the process of agitation and debris removal. Continuously apply water with the garden hose and spray nozzle to keep the surface lubricated and help suspend dirt. Use a long-handled push broom with stiff bristles to vigorously scrub the entire paved area. This action dislodges stubborn grime, organic matter, and embedded dirt. Immediately following or in conjunction with scrubbing, use a long-handled squeegee to push the dirty water, loosened sediment, and debris across the patio. Direct the waste water towards a designated drainage area, a lawn, or off the edge of the patio where it can run off without causing new stains. This step is iterative; you may need to re-wet, scrub, and squeegee sections multiple times to achieve a thorough clean.
Goal: Scrub and push away dirt and dirty water from the patio
Tools and materials
- Garden Hose — Rinsing and keeping the surface wet during scrubbing and squeegeeing
- Hose Nozzle — Controlling the water flow for targeted rinsing
- Long-handled Push Broom — Scrubbing the paved surface to dislodge dirt and grime
- Long-handled Squeegee — Pushing dirty water and loosened debris off the patio surface