A vinyl fence is a low-maintenance, durable option for your property. It doesn’t require staining and painting, and its nonporous surface allows you to clean it with water. Here are a few ways you can clean it if the posts accumulate dirt. 

How to Clean a Vinyl Fence

1. Vinegar

Vinegar is a natural cleaning agent. Mix one cup with two gallons of water, and soak a clean cloth with the mixture.

Wipe down the fence first, and if there are tough spots, soak a bristled brush and scrub. When you’re done, grab your garden hose and rinse everything off with clean water.

2. Dish Soap

Dish detergent is another effective, gentle product that can tackle the grime on your fence. Add several tablespoons to two gallons of clean water.

Just like with the vinegar solution, soak a clean rag and wipe down the surface to get the top layer of dirt off. For tough stains, use a bristled brush, and rinse the suds with clean water.

3. Bleach

For white vinyl fences with stubborn marks, bleach may be the answer. Mix a third of a cup of detergent, one quart of bleach, and one gallon of water. Another option is one part bleach to five parts water. Add this to a spray bottle and soak the dirty area. Make sure to thoroughly rinse afterward to prevent staining.

Bleach is also effective for removing mold or mildew. If these are issues you often experience, considering applying a mold-proof sealant to prevent future growth.

4. Pressure-Washing

A pressure-washer removes debris, stains, and caked-on grime from vinyl fences.

Begin with clean water and see how much is removed. If your fence still has marks, add a cleaning agent designed for pressure washers to the machine. Be sure to rinse with clean water when you’re done.

If you notice damage to your gate when you clean your fence, call Wood Link Fence. Serving the Columbia, MO, area since 1969, they’ve provided top-notch fence repair services for homes and businesses. Their professional team also installs new fences so your property is secure. Call (573) 474-5115 to discuss your needs or visit them online to learn more about what they do.