When was the last time you did any maintenance to you Block Paving Driveway or patio? Don’t be surprised if brick pavers look worn out, dirty, or even weedy if you have not done anything to prevent that. Did you know that brick pavers can even start to shift if not properly maintained?
So what do you do? Here are tips of how you can help restore the condition and looks of your brick paver walk, patio or driveway:
Check if there has been any movement or settling of pavers.Fix these zones as indicated by the block paver maker’s determinations. This will require uncovering a territory to affirm that the base was done accurately in any case. If not, you have bigger chore on your hands of redoing the base of that area or possibly the entire brick paver Driveway or Patio.
Power wash brick paver areas using a 3200 psi power washer or greater. You could conceivably need to utilize a paver cleaner during this procedure.
Sweep the zone 2 dry kiln silicon joint sand into all the joints of the brick pavers and compact lightly with a plate compactor, Sweep sand a second time to ensure joints are full of silicon joint sand after water down with a light spray from a garden hose.. Once dry confirm joints are full with joint sand and move on to the next step. Having these joints completely filled and compacted will help maintain paver stability.
Apply a joint stabilizing sealer on all the brick paver areas. The sealer hardens the sand which helps prevent water intrusion in the joints and insects digging through it! Follow the instructions of the manufacturer on how to apply the sealer.
Apply a brick paver sealer if applicable and if desired. There are many options when choosing brick paver sealers. Some will have a glossy wet look which often darkens the colour of you pavers (which you may or may not desire). Some paver sealers have a matte finish while others are completely invisible. The sealer creates a durable barrier against liquid absorption on the brick paver itself (as opposed to the joint stabilizing sealer which hardens the joint sand). Brick paver sealers will help prevent staining and will keep your pavers looking cleaner for a much longer period of time. Some very good quality pavers have a stain safe surface and this progression is pointless. Follow the instructions of the sealer’s manufacturer on how to apply it properly.
By following this tips you will upgrade the look, help keep up the basic trustworthiness, and lower the measure of yearly upkeep on your block pavers. Contact Pathwise Driveways has extensive experience in both brick paver installation, brick paver repairs, and brick paver maintenance.
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