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Restaurant Outdoor Terrace Decking Algae Scrubber

Scrub slippery green algae off timber dining decking using stiff bristle brushes and biodegradable wash.

Startup Cost: £30 Location: Local/Outdoors Difficulty: Medium Potential repeatable business Regular weekly commitment

Earning and time figures are our broad estimates, not guarantees — actual results depend on your area, your effort and demand.

Why it's left-field

Pub managers pay you to scrub green algae off garden dining decks so customers do not slip.

How it works

  1. 1Pitch seasonal outdoor terrace deck cleaning to local pub and restaurant managers.
  2. 2Apply biodegradable deck cleaner and scrub timber boards using stiff bristle brooms.
  3. 3Rinse decking with low-pressure water and verify slip-free surface finish.

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