Outdoor wpc flooring, with its advantages of strong durability and low maintenance costs, has become a popular choice for creating outdoor spaces such as courtyards and terraces.However, long-term exposure to the natural environment, the floor will inevitably appear fading, dirty and other problems, affecting the appearance and service life.This article will analyze the reasons of wood plastic floor fading in detail, and provide scientific prevention, cleaning and repair methods.
I. Four core Reasons for the Fading of WPC Flooring
The fading of wpc flooring is not caused by a single factor. It is often related to cleaning methods, maintenance habits, environmental impacts and material quality.
Improper cleaning
Using non-specialized cleaning agents (such as chlorine bleach), hard brushing with steel wool balls, or strong pressure flushing with a high-pressure cleaner will damage the anti-ultraviolet coating and color layer on the floor surface, directly leading to fading.
Lack of daily maintenance
Although wpc flooring is durable, it is not maintenance-free.Leaves, dust and dirt accumulate for a long time, which will breed mold and penetrate the surface, accelerating the color darkening;The wet season water is not cleaned in time, will also exacerbate the local fade.
Natural environmental erosion
Long-term exposure to sunlight (ultraviolet rays destroy pigment molecules) and wind and rain erosion (acid rain or dust wear surfaces) are the main natural factors for fading of outdoor floors. Even though wpc flooring is more weather-resistant than traditional wooden flooring, long-term harsh environments will still cause color fading.
Insufficient material quality
Inferior wpc flooring has a much lower anti-fading ability than high-quality products due to unreasonable raw material ratios (such as insufficient addition of UV stabilizers and color masterbatches) and simple production processes.
Ⅱ. prevention in advance: the key measures to reduce fading
Prevention is the most economical way to avoid fading. Just do two things well in daily life
Regular cleaning, say no to “dirt accumulation”
Sweep the fallen leaves and dust on the surface with a broom every week. Rinse with clean water once a month to prevent dirt from adhering for a long time.
Choose the right cleaning plan
Strictly use the dedicated cleaning agents recommended by the manufacturer. Do not use bleach, strong acid or strong alkali products.If you use a high pressure washer, the pressure should be adjusted to less than 1500PSI, no more than 2 times a year, and the spray head and the floor should be kept at least 30cm away.
Ⅲ. Fade Repair: 3 steps to “Refresh” the floor
If the floor has already faded, there is no need to replace it. Its appearance can be restored through “thorough cleaning and maintenance”. The specific steps are as follows: Pretreatment: empty field, preliminary dust removal Remove outdoor furniture, flower POTS and other things. Sweep away large particles and fallen leaves on the surface with a hard broom. Then, wash the floor with a regular water hose (no need for high pressure) to wash away the floating dust. Deep cleaning: Specifically removes stains and dullness Spray the floor evenly with warm soapy water or a special cleaner for wpc products, and let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes (avoid the cleaner drying up).Then use soft brush (or low pressure high pressure cleaning machine) along the floor texture gently scrub, focus on cleaning discoloring serious, stain accumulation. Finishing: Rinse thoroughly to avoid residue Wash the floor thoroughly with clean water to ensure that no detergent foam remains;After washing, clean up the standing water in time (open the outdoor drainage or use a rag to blot) to prevent mold growth. Summary The fading problem of outdoor wpc flooring can be prevented and repaired: Regular cleaning and proper maintenance on a daily basis can effectively delay color fading.Even if discoloring occurs, the floor can be restored to its original texture through the simple process of “dusting – deep cleaning – washing”. Choosing high-quality materials and scientific maintenance can keep outdoor wpc flooring beautiful for a long time, accompanying you to enjoy a comfortable outdoor life.
Post time: Aug-28-2025
