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Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Spring Cleaning In 30 Seconds!

 Last week, my friend Martin and I tackled the grungy brick and teak furniture in the back yard with a power washer and a product called 30 Seconds.

This stuff is amazing!

 Right before your eyes, teak goes from gray to brown, literally eliminating all the mildew and mold, restoring the wood to its original color.

 Since we haven't power washed the brick in two years, it was really a mess.
 Martin first power washed it.

What a difference!

For the stubborn areas, we sprayed 30 Seconds.
It took a couple of tries, but eventually the brick came clean.


 My son thought we got a new teak set!

 These stairs were really black.  And slippery.
I'm asking myself why don't we do this every year, because I just love clean brick!

So does Oscar!
And there you have it, spring cleaning in 30 Seconds!

30 Seconds is available at Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Sears, Lowes, Bed Bath and Beyond.
Just about every home improvement store!
Or you can order it from their website here.

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35 comments:

  1. Terri~terrileeauthorMarch 19, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    Hey thanks for the tip. This stuff looks fabulous........well the results are fabulous that's for sure.
    Your patio makes me yearn for Spring. We are expecting SNOW tomorrow. Woe is me. :(
    xo
    Terri

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  2. JenMarch 19, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    Amazing.....where did you purchase the 30 second solution?

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  3. Kris VogelsangMarch 19, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    I have that same teak set (in the before condition). As soon as the snow clears here, I'll be running out to look for this product. Thanks for the tip!
    Kris

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  4. Terri~terrileeauthorMarch 19, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    Oh by the way....like the new header.
    Terri

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  5. vignette designMarch 19, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    30 Seconds is available at every home improvement store like Lowes, Home Depot, OSH and also online.
    Google it for more info.

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  6. MarlisMarch 19, 2013 at 7:24 AM

    Thank you! I will be getting some this weekend. your place just looks so inviting. Have a great week. Xo Marlis

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  7. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 19, 2013 at 7:26 AM

    Wow, it all looks new again. Thanks for sharing the product. I need to clean the stucco on our house.

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  8. Betsy SpeertMarch 19, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Come to my house and do me!
    Does it work on women over 60?

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  9. AnonymousMarch 19, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    WOW that stuff is amazing. Where did you find it?

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  10. LeslieMarch 19, 2013 at 8:20 AM

    Hi Dolores! Love the new header:)
    I'll be getting some of this! We have lots of yard cleaning (moss everywhere) at this time of year. Thanks for the product review! I posted your cosmetic question on my blog.. great discussion going.

    xxleslie

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  11. SisterKitchMarch 19, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Thanks for the information. I need to head out and get this stuff. Can you share the brand of your power washer? Thanks again,
    Sheena from sissiesinthekitchen.com

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  12. La Table De NanaMarch 19, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Great tip..I still have feet of snow..but it will go away one day:)

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  13. vignette designMarch 19, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Hi SisterKitch,
    I rented the power washer. Sorry, don't know the brand. ~Delores

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  14. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    It looks pretty! But anything that says this: 30 SECONDS Outdoor Cleaner is a formulated cleaner and should not be allowed to enter drinking water reservoirs, lakes or streams.
    I wouldn't use. Also noticed they said not to use a power washer because it needs to stay on for 10 minutes for anyone who was going to use one.

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  15. KathysueMarch 19, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    Wow Delores! That stuff is amazing. I don't have any teak furniture but if I ever get any I hope I remember this stuff. We brought out our cushions this weekend too, now it is going to rain tonight so back they come in!! LOL. Springtime, sometimes sunny sometimes rainy. Loving this weather!!
    Your back yard patio looks wonderfully inviting!! xo

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  16. ToniMarch 19, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Perfect timing as I was just lamenting the scrubbing effort ahead of me to get my Arizona flagstone entry free of the green slime that wants to grow in the winter months! Thanks SO much for this tip!

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  17. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Wow, what a transformation! This stuff is amazing...I especially love how it cleaned your teak, and those bricks. What an interesting post! Thank you for sharing; and the information needed to purchase it. Great Job...
    Warm Regards,
    Loretta

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  18. Christine at Little BragsMarch 19, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Super Helpful Post...I am just about ready to start pressure washing..Thanks..PINNED
    christine
    http://littlebrags.blogspot.com

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  19. Sweet WoodruffMarch 19, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    It looks so nice and your brick is such a pretty shade of "brick red". I want to come over and take a nap back there. Gorgeous as always.

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  20. Pinky at Designs by PinkyMarch 19, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    OMGoodness, it DOES look like a new set!! And the brivks look beautiful! Thanks for the recomendation, I will get some of this stuff!!! XO, Pinky

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  21. Cass @ That Old HouseMarch 19, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    Whoa! Amazing.
    Just don't get confused and spray wash the dog.
    I'm afraid that if let loose with a power washer, my husband would drill holes right thru teak furniture!
    Cass

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  22. Just Spiff ItMarch 19, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    Funny - I was just telling my husband we needed to clean our teak furniture! Thanks for sharing this product with us!!

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  23. SueMarch 19, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    It looks amazing Delores. I spent the weekend with the power washer too, and came to the conclusion that I need a new one. I will remember that product ~ thanks.

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  24. Lori EMarch 19, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    Nothing like a personal thumbs up for a product. I love the "clean up" weekend when we pressure wash the deck and furniture. Promise of sunshine to come....in July. ...

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  25. Nita StacyMarch 19, 2013 at 9:09 PM

    I'm going to have to get some of this stuff! Thanks for telling us about it.

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  26. vicki archerMarch 20, 2013 at 5:02 AM

    Amazing results... I need many bottles of this! xv

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  27. La DolfinaMarch 20, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    Wow that stuff is amazing!!!!

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  28. BabsMarch 20, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    Delores, Thanks for the product suggestion. We need to remove the "patina" from our driveway.

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  29. TretsweltMarch 23, 2013 at 3:23 AM

    Hi!Der resultat isi wunderschön...ich muss auch so machen in meine Garten:)Schönes Weekend.Bussi.Lu.

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  30. Carol S.March 24, 2013 at 3:58 AM

    I love when you post about things I've been thinking about. Makes me feel all "with it" and on trend, lol. Right down to do I buy a power washer or rent one. Well if rent is what Delores does, it's what Carol will do. Love your blog!

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  31. UnknownMarch 26, 2013 at 10:28 PM

    Amazing change over, really awesome tips. Want to try this magical cleaning product.

    Cleaning Services Chandler AZ

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  34. UnknownApril 1, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    The transformation of your teak set is definitely amazing! I guess the time for manually scrubbing our brick floors is long gone, eh? That amazing product and power washing made a killer combination. Now, I’m excited to try it on our porch!

    Kylee Groves

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  35. UnknownAugust 23, 2013 at 4:22 PM

    Have you tried Save Sorb after 30 Seconds it's unreal Combo it Absorbs in areas that you can hose off. www.save-sorb.com. I bought some on-line try it...

    Kelley Miller

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