KÄRCHER’S MUST-KNOW CLEANING HACKS TO KEEP THE GARDEN SPARKLING THIS SUMMER

• Kärcher shares clever cleaning tips for getting out (or putting away) paddling pools and outdoor toys – 
• How to transform your garden furniture like Stacey Solomon – 

Whether you’re dusting off the paddling pool for the heatwave, keeping outdoor toys free from germs and grime or revamping your outdoor furniture to get it looking sparkling à la Stacey Solomon, Kärcher is here to help with its clever cleaning tips for the summer.

1: Garden furniture revamp

Cleaning garden furniture is one of those jobs that’s easy to put off but using a pressure washer can easily give furniture a new lease of life and end up saving you money in the long run. Stacey Solomon often shows us how on her Instagram stories, most recently having transformed her garden bench using a Kärcher pressure washer. Using a pressure washer also saves water compared to using a scrubbing brush and garden hose, as well as being virtually effortless.

Kärcher’s new Power Control and Smart Control pressure washers have a trigger gun that makes it easy to adjust the pressure, from gentle cleaning for delicate wooden furniture, to a more powerful spray for plastic and metal pieces. Be sure to start a few meters away from your furniture at first, then move closer until you find the sweet spot for removing that built-up grime.

2: Keep the paddling pool clean 

 Doing a thorough clean of the paddling pool when you first get it out and when you’re ready to pack it away is an essential step to keeping germs at bay. 

Paddling pools provide ideal conditions for algae and bacteria to grow which can be harmful. Use a pressure washer to hose down the paddling pool, particularly focusing on any ridges in the plastic to remove dirt and grime before and after each use. 

If your padding pool is made of sturdy hard plastic, for a more intense deep clean, you could also use a steam cleaner on the pool, which has the added benefit of getting rid of 99.99% of bacteria and enveloped viruses, with no chemicals or scrubbing*.

Other tips for keeping the paddling pool clean include using a paddling pool cover (or a sheet if you don’t have one) to keep insects and leaves from falling into the pool and keep the water fresher for longer. A net can be used to fish out any debris that may land in the pool when uncovered. 

Finally, draining and drying your paddling pool after each use will help stop bacteria from forming. 

3: Spruce up the outdoor toys 

 Toys such as swingball sets, slides and swings that are left outside can quickly get covered in mud and dust. Cleaning outdoor toys regularly will help to keep them in good condition and can make them last longer.

For the best results Kärcher recommend giving them a blast with a pressure washer to remove grime, using these simple tips:

1. Ensure you place the toy in an upright, stable position, for example, up against a wall.
2. Use your Vario lance on a medium setting.
3. Clean from the top downwards, to ensure you don’t wash mud over already cleaned areas.
4. If the toy should be stored away, allow to dry before storing away.

4: Transform patios and driveways 

Pressure washers are also the perfect tool to get patios and decking clean and ready for summer. A quick clean will ensure that hard surfaces are free of any grime and dirt that has built up over the winter months and also help them stand the test of time. With Kärcher’s range of pressure washers, you can quickly and easily select the right setting for every cleaning task – from the gentle cleaning of wooden decking to blasting built-up mould and grime from your patio. This satisfying video from TikTok user @rebeccacappleman show just how transformative a Kärcher pressure washer can be: 

Kärcher, who are renowned for their pressure washers launched an entirely new range, introducing Smart Control technology and Power Control models earlier this year. The versatile machines put the user in complete control as they can twist and click the Vario lance to select the optimum power for the job at hand, and easily switch between surfaces at the touch of a button. Kärcher also has a range of Compact pressure washers which comes with all the cleaning power and efficiency customers would expect, in a smaller machine to conveniently store. Prices start from just £79.99 on the Kärcher website.