Expert hack to banish green algae off wooden garden fence and make it look 'brand new'

Anyone with a wooden fence in their garden will know how easily they can collect dirt and algae if not properly maintained. Many homeowners opt to using a pressure washer or expensive chemicals to clean the stains, but there's an easier and cheaper way to make your fence look brand new again.

Algae often grows on fences during the cold winter months, and while it might seem harmless at first, it can actually cause the wood to become soft and start to break down.

Michael, an expert from Advantage patio cleaning services, has shared a cheap and quick hack to tackle the unsightly problem and keep the algae away. He suggests using a homemade mix of vinegar and baking soda, reports the Daily Record.

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The method involves mixing white vinegar, baking soda and hot water together in a container. Michael told the Express: “Vinegar and baking soda are a natural answer to the question of how to clean a wooden fence without pressure washing. Vinegar is a mild acid, so it’s good for removing mildew and mould, and baking soda is abrasive, so it helps to scrub off dirt."

You should apply the mixture onto the wooden fence using a paint brush or spray the mixture on with an empty spray bottle. You'll then need to leave it for a while and it should then start to remove the green algae stains.

Next, scrub the fence using a scrubbing brush or a coarse-bristled outdoor broom and then hose it down to ensure all of the algae is completely gone from the wood.

Michael also recommends sanding down a wooden fence if it is badly affected by the algae. He said: “If it’s been a while since you’ve done any cleaning and maintenance on your fence, there might be a