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How to Properly Care for Composite Boards: Essential Tips for Maintenance and Cleaning

Do you already have a composite deck or facade and wonder how to care for it so that it lasts as long as possible? Or are you just considering composite as an option and want to know what to expect? If your answer to either of these questions is “yes,” you’re in the right place.

Whether it’s a terrace, balcony, facade, or swimming pool area made of composite boards, we all want to maintain our surroundings. Composite boards are low-maintenance, requiring minimal time and money. What should you do, and what shouldn’t you do? How should you clean composite boards? Do they need to be sealed? These and other questions will be answered in this post.

Cleaning Composite Boards: What We Should Do Regularly

Just like other surfaces, composite boards need to be kept clean. Along with proper installation, regular cleaning is essential maintenance. Fortunately, maintaining composite boards is not difficult. All composite boards are resistant to moisture and other adverse weather conditions, making their cleaning routine similar to cleaning a living room floor. Start by sweeping with a brush or a soft-bristled broom. For grooved boards, a long-bristled broom works best. Then wash with water and a mild detergent (a mop or cloth can be used) and allow to dry. Cleaning composite boards doesn’t require specialized cleaners. Regular sweeping is advisable, and for tough stains, a pressure washer can be effective.

Additionally, all Premium boards have a polymer coating that protects against stains, dirt, abrasion, and color fading. This coating makes it easy to remove even stubborn stains (such as ketchup or wine) with just a cloth, mild detergent, and water. For tougher stains, use a scrubbing brush and detergent. Any rust stains from furniture, devices, or other items can be removed with a rust remover without risking color loss.

Terrace with Step Made from Premium Redwood Decking Board (photo: Liderwood Client)

Composite Board Treatment

No need for impregnation, oiling, or preservation products – these maintenance tasks are unnecessary for composite boards. Composite boards are made from a carefully balanced blend of components with added UV protectants. This makes the boards resistant to weather and mechanical factors, as well as to decay, rot, and insect damage.

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Tool Shed, Premium Gray Cladding Board (photo: Liderwood Client)

Composite boards can definitely be called low-maintenance – they provide a satisfying look with minimal effort and cost. We recommend reading our other articles on composite boards, which may help you make an informed decision and answer additional questions.

Here are some suggested articles to start with:

  • Why Choose Composite Boards?

  • Everything You Need to Know About Composite Decking Boards (Answers to Frequently Asked Questions)

  • Can You Buy Boards Online?

  • Everything You Need to Know About Composite Cladding Boards

  • How to Install Composite Boards

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    Terrace and Pool Enclosure Made from Amber Premium Decking Board (photo: Liderwood Client)

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