If the deck is brand new and there is no greying or dirt on the surface of the wood, the DeckWise [Cleaner](https://www.diyhomecenter.com/deckwise-wood-deck-cleaner-part-1) and [Brightener](https://www.diyhomecenter.com/deckwise-wood-deck-brightener-part-2) are not necessary to use prior to applying [Ipe Oil](https://www.diyhomecenter.com/deckwise-ipe-oil-hardwood-deck-finish-gallon). The general rule of thumb is to thoroughly clean your hardwood yearly, but doing it once in the spring and once in the fall is even better. If you apply Ipe Oil to your deck this summer, it would be a good idea to use the [Cleaner](https://www.diyhomecenter.com/deckwise-wood-deck-cleaner-part-1) and [Brightener](https://www.diyhomecenter.com/deckwise-wood-deck-brightener-part-2) in the spring to restore the wood and keep your deck looking new.