Oil is also really durable and is easy to maintain, you just need to keep it clean and touch it up every now and then. It’s very resistant to dirt and water so doesn’t require much upkeep at all.

It protects against the rain and sunshine too, so your wood is less likely to weather and grey and will instead look better for longer. Before you start, you should always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for details on how to properly use the restorer. Alternatively, if you don’t want to use chemicals, a pressure washer, stiff wire brush and some elbow grease may be enough for accumulated dirt. However, we don’t recommend this method if you have mould as it can make the problem worse. You absolutely must treat and clean mould first. Stains are also really durable against footfall. They create a tough layer over the top of the wood so they can cope with a lot of footfall. However, this layer can become slippery when wet. If it doesn't bead, you'll be ready to put on the oil. If it does then you'll have to clean it again until the water stops beading.

How to use Ultimate Protection Decking Oil

You might need to keep scrubbing with a wire brush to get rid of the particularly stubborn sections. If it doesn't bead, you'll be ready to put on the stain. If it does then you'll have to clean it again until the water stops beading. However oil can’t be stained or painted over, so if you want to change the finish you will have to strip the oil off first.