Caring for Your Low Maintenance Green Shield Deck

Never Stain Your Deck Again with Green Shield. A guide to keeping your Green Shield deck looking its best for a lifetime.

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Use the following information to help care for your new deck. Can't find the answer to your questions? Our team is here to help.

These actions can be taken to help your deck look like new for decades.

Keep deck clean and dry.
Sweep debris from the gaps between the boards.
Avoid wet mulch against the deck structure.
Raise flower pots with stands/footers to allow airflow under the pot.
Avoid spraying insect repellent or applying any type of sunscreen products while on the deck.
Place all sources of high heat on a non-rubber/non-vinyl grill mat or splatter guard to minimize stains.
All sources of high heat should be kept a safe distance from the railing.

Green Shield recommends cleaning your deck with soap and water as often as needed.

If soap and water aren't sufficient, an all-purpose cleaner can usually cut through the grease and grime.
Recommended all-purpose cleaner brands include: Dawn®, Fantastik®, Murphy Oil Soap®, Lestoil®, Windex®, and Lysol®.

That’s right—a Green Shield deck never requires staining. High-performance, fully capped EPL resin boards are reliably engineered to last a lifetime without the need for sealing or painting. This premier, moisture-resistant technology ensures a low-maintenance outdoor space that maintains its high-quality finish through every season.
Yes you may use a power washer to clean your Green Shield deck. Carefully follow these instructions:
- Use dish soap detergent with the power wash.
- Use a fan-tip nozzle.
- Wash in the direction of the grain pattern to avoid damage
- Use pressure less than 1,700 PSI
Recommended all-purpose cleaner brands for a Green Shield deck include: Dawn®, Fantastik®, Murphy Oil Soap®, Lestoil®, Windex®, and Lysol®.
To get started on a new Green Shield deck project, you will need to connect with our team. Just fill out the form on our website. Members of our team will be in touch with you shortly so watch for our return calls!
Green Shield Deck Builders offers free Deck Checks because it is important to raise awareness around deck safety. Every year over [var:injuriesPerYear] people are injured on decks. Green Shield wants to make sure you, your family, and friends can enjoy quality time on the deck. Faulty railings, loose deck boards, and hidden moisture are all risks to your family and friends. Don’t hesitate to have a Green Shield Deck Designer check your deck.