How to Clean a Patio
Cleaning your patio is important for keeping its appearance and maintaining cleanliness. Patios are susceptible to dirt and grime, but the most common build up on outdoor patios comes from biological contaminants such as algae, mould, lichen and other growth.
This means that although many cleaning options may result in your patio looking better for a while, this can be short lived as the biological growth can come back.
In order to keep your patio looking pristine for longer, you require a cleaning product that not only tackles this stubborn growth, but protects your patio from its reappearance.
That is where GK Path and Patio Cleaner comes into its own.
How to Clean a Patio: GK Path & Patio Cleaner
GK Path and Patio Cleaner is a high-performance, long-lasting, multi-purpose cleaner that has been specially designed to eradicate organic and microbiological soiling such as algae, lichen, mould and bacteria.
GK Path and Patio Cleaner is suitable for all external hard surfaces. Unlike other outdoor patio cleaners, the formula is free from damaging solvents, bleach and acids, making it the safer choice for both users and the environment.
GK Path and Patio Cleaner will not alter the colour or finish of the surface, preserving the natural look of stone, concrete and paving materials, including more delicate surfaces such as sandstone.
It is a natural surfactant cleaner, meaning it will foam vigorously during application by brush or spray which is a great indicator that all areas have been treated.
How to Apply GK Path & Patio Cleaner
Before application, remove any bulky growth with a broom or mechanical scraper. We recommend carrying out an initial test to check compatibility and consumption.
Apply the formula in dry conditions using a brush or garden sprayer, ensuring the surface is saturated using the following dilutions:
For Heavy Soiling: Mix 1 part product with up to 2 parts water.
For Light - Medium Soiling: Mix 1 part product with up to 4 parts water depending on the severity of the staining.
Allow time for the product to work (ideally overnight), allowing for longer in cold weather (>10℃).
Clean tools and equipment immediately after use with clean water.
For the best results, after 7 days rinse the surface well with a low power pressure washer to ensure you do not damage the underlying substrate.
Key Features of GK Path & Patio Cleaner
Advanced Disinfection and Cleaning: Path and Patio Cleaner is a powerful solution that eliminates 99.9% of bacterial growth, effectively removing algae, moulds, lichen and fungi, ensuring a thorough and efficient cleaning process.
Fast Acting: The formula acts swiftly, eradicating biological contaminants within minutes of application and continues breaking them down naturally over time.
Easy to Use: This user-friendly solution is easy to apply with no specialised equipment required - simply use a brush or garden sprayer.
Bleach Free: The formula is free from bleach, caustic and acidic chemicals, making it safe for use and environmentally friendly. It poses no long-term risks to children or pets, with a virtually neutral pH of 6. It also will not damage the substrate.
Shortened Maintenance Cycles: After the initial application, maintenance cycles become significantly shorter, making it convenient for regular cleaning and upkeep.
Versatile Application: It can be used on almost any hard substrate without negatively impacting surfaces or components, including lead works, UPVC windows and seals, fixtures or fittings.
Can I Use Bleach to Clean a Patio?
Bleach is extremely damaging, especially for more delicate surfaces such as sandstone or Indian stone. Though it will kill off any biological growth, it is harmful to the integrity of your patio and could result in obvious wear or even cracking.
Can I Use a Pressure Washer to Clean a Patio?
High pressure washers are also harmful to more delicate substrates and could crack the patio if not used with care. It will also not provide any ongoing protection against the build up of biological contaminants in the future.
Summary
GK Path and Patio Cleaner effectively removes 99.9% of biological contaminants while preserving the integrity of your patio’s surface. Our ethos is to provide professional strength cleaning, at home, giving you the expert results you want.
