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Maintain and clean wooden tiles
Outdoor wooden tiles turn gray over time. To counteract graying and to protect against algae and fungi, see Betterwood various wood care and cleaning products. In order to choose the best product and use it correctly, the desired goal should be defined in advance:
Objective | Product recommendation |
Preserve and intensify wood color for longer | BioMaderas Terrace oil with UV protection |
Cleaning older wooden tiles | BioMaderas patio cleaner |
BioMaderas Terrace oil with UV protection
Typically, this decking oil In addition to an oil that penetrates deep into the wood and protects the material, has added UV protection that intensifies the color of the wooden tiles and keeps them longer. In addition, a fine, water-repellent layer forms, which counteracts the washing out of the natural color pigments of the wood. It should be applied thinly with a lint-free cotton cloth immediately after laying the wooden tiles, without leaving large areas with standing oil. You will achieve the best effect if you repeat the treatment once a year on your dry and clean wooden tiles.
BioMaderas patio cleaner
The patio cleaner effectively removes dirt and black spots on the wooden tiles. It is applied to the swept surface with a watering can or a spray bottle. Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. Then the wood tiles are scrubbed with a root brush and rinsed with a garden hose and clean water. This application should be repeated if necessary. The cleaning effect usually lasts two years.
Our wooden tiles
6,50 €
Cumaru wood tiles, FSC 100%
Price: €72 per m2, resistance class: 1
Advantages: ✓ best durability ✓ particularly robust and scratch-resistant
Disadvantages: ✗ partly rough surface
Tip:Sand tiles after initial exposure to weather.
6,50 €
Garapa wood tiles, FSC 100%
Price: €72 per m2, resistance class: 1-2
Advantages: ✓ smooth surface ✓ homogeneous, light color
Disadvantages: ✗ Ferrous substances lead to discolouration
Tip: Patio cleaning removes discoloration
6,50 €
Jatoba wood tiles, FSC 100%
Price from: €72 per m2, resistance class: 1-2
Advantages: ✓ smooth surface ✓ strong color and grain
Disadvantages:✗ unoiled tendency to crack ✗ colored ingredients wash out
Tip:Clean and oil tiles after installation.
7,50 €
Teak wood tiles, FSC 100%
Price: €83 per m2, resistance class: 1
Advantages:✓ Best durability and dimensional stability ✓ Lowest risk of cracks and splinters
Disadvantages: ✗ slightly more expensive
Tip: Terrace oil is not necessary if silvering is desired.