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Cleaning Canvas Awnings. Canvas awnings provide protection and shade and will last years if you take the time to clean them. Never use a pressure washer to clean a canvas awning, as the pressure will simply embed dirt into the woven fibers. Instead, gently scrub with soap, water, and a brush. Follow these simple steps to have your canvas awning looking brand new.

Keeping Pool Water Sparkling Clean. Clearing away obvious dirt and debris will help keep your pool water sparkling clean, but you also need to test your water now and then to ensure proper balance. Adding pool chemicals in the right combinations will help clear cloudy water and inhibit algae buildup, as well as residue created by hair products and tanning lotions.

Removing Stains from a Wood Deck. Most mild stains can easily be removed from a wood deck with detergent and water. Simply use a stiff brush to agitate the solution against the stain, allow it to stand, and then rinse thoroughly. More persistent stains may require specialized wood cleaners, depending on the type of wood you have, and the stain you're trying to remove.

Removing Stains from Shingles. Shingles on the top of you house can become stained by mildew, moss, and lichen. Molds can spread and damage the roof of the house. A high-pressure water house can remove most molds. Along with hosing off the roof, it is good to scrub the roof with chemicals such as oxalic acid, chlorine bleach, oxygen bleach, or trisodium phosphate. Always rinse the roof off, and be careful where the chemicals flow.

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