Now spring has arrived and summer months approach, gardeners across the UK are beginning to tackle their outdoor to do-lists – and one job that’s often left until last is paving and patio cleaning.

Although many push this chore to the back of the to-do list, patio and paving cleaning is essential to keep the garden in good condition and ensuring slabs last.

The longer dirt and grime are left on paving, the harder it is to remove it – and like most gardening jobs, regular maintenance is key. Cleaning paving three or four times a year is normally enough.

Without regular cleaning, moisture and bacteria can cause moss and algae to build up, which not only make the garden look tired and unkempt, can also make surfaces slippery and hazardous.

Easy patio and paving cleaning tips

If the patio or paved area is in fairly good condition and regularly maintained, a bucket of warm soapy water or a patio cleaner that prevents and kills mould, and a stiff broom are probably enough.

If there is a little more work to be done, then a sharp tool or scrubbing brush will help to remove any weeds, moss and debris and a broom will sweep them away nicely.

Patio Magic!

Patio Magic! does all the hard work without the need for acids, bleach or scrubbing, simply apply and leave to dry – it does the hard work without the need for acids, bleach or scrubbing. Patio Magic! kills green mould and algae quickly, showing visible results in 2 to 4 days and goes on cleaning over the following weeks and it won’t damage treated areas.

Patio Magic! is available to buy from all Stax centres.

Pressure washers

Pressure patio sprayers work by blasting the surface with water and aggravating the dirt that lies on the paving to remove it. They can be very effective and when used correctly can keep paving looking as good as new without the use of chemicals.

The Bosch Aquatak Pressure Washer features a strong 125 bar pump delivering effective cleaning power with a new 3-in-1 nozzle with pencil jet, giving 10% improvement in cleaning performance.

Take a look at the Bosch Aquatak Pressure Washer and more big brand pressure washers in-store at Stax, as well as our extensive wholesale garden range.