As summer nears, sprucing up outdoor spaces becomes a top priority. While manicured lawns and vibrant flowerbeds often steal the show, patios, driveways, and decking also deserve care.
Concrete, brick, and tile surfaces can quickly succumb to stubborn mould, algae, and lichen, dulling their appearance. Traditionally, heavy-duty pressure washers have been the go-to solution, but Amazon shoppers are raving about a more affordable and equally effective alternative.
Wet and Forget Outdoor Cleaning Solution is hailed by users as a true “game changer.” With over 25,000 reviews and currently discounted by 25%, this 5-litre bottle costs just £25.89 and can treat up to 300m² of outdoor surface.
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Customers praise Wet and Forget for its effortless application and versatility—working wonders on patios, decking, fences, walls, and garden ornaments alike. The method is simple: spray the solution on, then leave it to work without scrubbing. After a day or more, rinse with a hose or let the rain do the rest.
This product offers a budget-friendly alternative to pricey jet washers and saves time since no manual scrubbing is needed. It’s diluted at a ratio of one part solution to five parts water, yielding 30 litres to cover large areas. Importantly, it contains no bleach, making it safe for all surfaces and environmentally gentle.
For those seeking options, Amazon also offers the Spear and Jackson Spray and Leave patio cleaner for £15.99 per five litres. It has garnered glowing reviews as an effective and affordable solution. Another powerful contender is Amazon’s Sodium Hypochlorite Patio Cleaner, celebrated for its potency—users advise that a little goes a long way.
Gardeners preferring a physical method can consider the Electric Weed Sweeper from Wowcher, now reduced to £34.99. Its 140W motor efficiently removes weeds, moss, and grime with a simple rolling motion.
For tougher cleaning jobs, the Yard Force LW CPC1 Cordless Patio Cleaner, available at Argos for £135, combines hose connectivity with high performance and earns solid customer ratings.
Customer feedback for Wet and Forget is overwhelmingly positive. One user shared: “Our shaded concrete driveway was a green Petri dish for algae. After using Wet and Forget, it’s a miracle—no green even after 10 months! Highly recommend.”
Another commented: “It truly does what it claims—dilute and apply to patio slabs, leave for 24 hours, and all black spots and lichen vanish. No repeat applications needed for months—so much easier than pressure washing.”
A third buyer emphatically advised: “If you’re thinking of blasting your pavers clean, don’t bother—just buy this product.”
Though a few users reported only mild success on heavily soiled surfaces, the consensus is one of clear satisfaction. Another top reviewer noted: “Our patio slabs were covered in lichen and black spots until this product. Power washing failed, but Wet and Forget changed everything. Our patio, steps, and walls look fantastic.”