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From walkways and patios to driveways and exterior décor elements, pavers have come a long way. Pavers are a beautiful way to enhance your property’s value and general curb appeal. Whether you had your pavers installed professionally or bought property with them already onsite, you have made an investment in the beautification of your landscape. Paver sealing is your best means of protecting that investment and ensuring it lasts for years to come.
Enhanced Beauty
One of the perks of sealing your pavers is enhanced beauty. Sealers come in three finishing options that can help bring out the natural beauty of your pavers. Natural sealers go on clear and simply protect your pavers, leaving the color and finish exactly as it was before applying. A satin sealant, by comparison, helps make the color of your pavers pop just a bit more while still keeping them protected. For those who like the glossy and sleek finish, a wet look, or enhanced, sealant may be your ideal option. Depending on the type of pavers you have, there are also different stain finishes that could be applied to ensure your pavers are as custom as your landscaping goals desire.
Enhanced Protection
Sealant does more than just enhance the beauty of your pavers however. Paver sealant is a waterproof barrier that protects your investment from several different things. Because of its waterproof properties, paver sealant helps to prevent stains and repel the things that cause them. By filling in the tiny pores on both the surface of your pavers and the joint filler, liquids, foods, and organic stain-makers have little to seep into. This makes clean up quick and easy. Additionally, the rain, sun, and air all take a toll on unprotected pavers. Rain can be particularly harsh. As it beats down upon and sits on your pavers and the joint filler sand, it erodes them. If water is allowed to permeate the surface of your paves and sand, it can lead to more expensive damages down the road. For example, when water seeps into and beneath your pavers, it can cause frost heaves as it freezes. Frost heaves create uneven foundation layers that can cause your pavers to crack or loosen.
Sealer Maintenance
Depending on the type of sealant used (water or acrylic-based), you likely need to reseal your pavers every two to five years. As a rule of thumb, if you spray water on your pavers and it is quickly absorbed, you should reseal. If the water beads up, your sealant is still strong. Sealing can keep your pavers beautiful while still protecting them from the wear and tear of everyday life. Speak with a professional or contact your paver manufacturer to make sure you pick the right type of sealant for your pavers.
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