Professional deck & fence cleaning and staining services

Your deck and fence are constantly exposed to the elements, and over time, they can lose their vibrancy due to dirt, grime, mould, and weather damage. Even the most durable materials need proper care to maintain their look and longevity. At Deck&FencePro, we specialise in professional deck and fence cleaning and staining, ensuring your outdoor spaces are restored to their best condition.

Our expert team uses industry-leading products and techniques to clean, restore, and protect your timber safely without damaging the wood. Whether your deck needs a deep clean, a fresh stain, or a full restoration, we’ve got you covered.

Deck and fence cleaning process

We use the latest professional cleaning products to clean your decks and fences. Our designated Deck and Fence Pro specialists carry out all of our deck and fence cleaning services. They are trained and experienced to ensure that your decks are professionally and efficiently cleaned without damaging the timber and restoring your timber decks to their former glory!

Once our cleaning experts remove all of the dirt and unwanted organic material and the cleaning products are fully washed off the deck, the timber deck is ready for the final step of cleaning and restoration by restaining it with the proper wood treatment.

Deck staining / painting

Once your deck is cleaned and prepped, the final step in the restoration process is staining the timber. Unlike many off-the-shelf DIY stains, we use premium linseed oil-based stains that penetrate deeply into the wood, providing long-lasting protection and superior durability.

Our stains are manufactured right here in New Zealand and are specifically formulated for the country’s unique climate conditions. Whether you choose an oil-based or water-based stain, our products are designed for easy maintenance and reapplication, unlike many DIY stains that degrade unevenly and are difficult to remove.

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The deck & fence cleaning and staining experts

When it comes to deck and fence restoration, experience matters. At Deck&FencePro, we’ve been revitalising outdoor spaces across New Zealand for years, bringing decks and fences back to their best condition. Our specialists are fully trained and certified, ensuring safe, effective, and professional cleaning and staining every time.

Deck cleaning is a specialised process; when done wrong, it can damage the timber. Too much pressure can strip the wood, while the wrong cleaning agents can cause long-term deterioration. That’s why we use a careful combination of eco-friendly cleaning solutions and controlled pressure washing to ensure a deep clean without compromising the integrity of the timber.

Contact us today to get your deck and fence looking as good as new!

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FAQ

  • Can you apply oil stain to a deck that has been previously painted (or stained with waterbased stain)?

    In order to answer this it is important to understand the differences between paint, waterbased stain, and oil stain. Paint and waterbased stains are effectively the same thing - topical coatings that seal the surface of the timber. Waterbased stains are just thinned down acrylic paint that allow the grain of the timber to show through but they block up the pores of the timber the same as paint. Oil stain is a penetrating product that needs to soak into the surface of the timber to provide nourishment.

    It is not possible to apply oil stain over paint (or water based stain) unless all of the exiting coating is fully removed. This is because the oil will not be able to penetrate through the coating. The only way to remove the paint or waterbased stain is to use paint stripper (or mechanical sanding if the deck allows that). Both of these processes are time consuming and expensive, and may not remove all of the existing coating.

    The result of this is that the new oil stain may be patchy, and may not last as long as on bare timber. Our recommendation is usually to recoat the deck with the same product that was previously applied. In the case of water based stain, this can also result in a patchy finish as the fully stripped timber will soak up more product than those areas that still have some residual product on it.

    We can only do our best in this situation. The only other option is to replace the deck boards with new.

  • Should I stain or paint my new deck?

    We strongly recommend staining over painting when it comes to protecting your deck. Decks are exposed to harsh conditions year-round, from intense summer sun to long periods of standing water in winter. They also endure constant wear from foot traffic, furniture movement, and general use. Paint simply isn’t designed to withstand these factors and will start peeling or chipping quickly.

    Once a deck is painted, it’s nearly impossible to switch to stain later. Paint prevents stains from properly penetrating the timber, meaning your only option for maintenance is continuous repainting. Instead, we recommend using a high-quality linseed oil-based stain with UV protection to safeguard your deck from the elements. Without this protection, timber will turn grey within six months and become prone to mould growth.

     

  • Can I stain or paint my new deck straight away?

    New outdoor timber generally has a high moisture content, so it is recommend not to coat it with stain or paint for a few months to allow it to dry out. If it is coated too early the product may not penetrate or bond very well. Typically we say leave it 3-6 months.

  • Should I use oil or water-based deck stains?

    Water based deck stain is effectively very thin acrylic paint, so thin you can see though it. The problem with it is that it clogs up the pores of the timber making it extremely difficult to maintain because the old residue is virtually impossible to remove. We use superior quality oil based wood stain that nourishes the timber and can be recoated time and time again.

  • Do you use a waterblaster to pre-clean the timber?

    We use a specialist eco-friendly solution to loosen dirt, contaminants, and dead timber cells followed by a controlled pressure wash to sluice this residue away. Our team are very skilled at this process.

    Over the years we have seen many DIY deck cleans, where the homeowner has used a waterblaster on its own without any specialist cleaning solution, and with poor technique. The result can vary from stop/start marks in the timber that cannot be removed, to chunks of timber being blasted away.

    There are products available that claim you simply apply them and then brush the deck clean. We know that there is a lot of elbow grease required, and many of our customers come to use having given up on these products. Like most things in life, there is no easy way to get a professional result.

  • How do I maintain my restored deck, fence, door, or furniture?

    A wood stain generally requires a top-up coat every 12-18 months to replenish the nourishing oils and UV blockers. We can arrange an ongoing maintenance schedule with you following the restoration process that will include a light clean followed by a recoat of the wood stain.

    In between scheduled maintenance, a mild detergent is all that is needed to remove any bird droppings or spills, and a spray with a moss and lichen inhibitor during winter can also help. It is important not to use harsh deck cleaning agents that may remove the oils contained in the stain. Painted surfaces generally last longer than stained ones but are more susceptible to abrasion.

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