Outdoor areas such as the patios, driveways, walkways, and courtyards are the parts of your home that are most exposed to weather, foot traffic and other forces of nature. Pavers are usually installed in these areas where you always welcome and receive guests. Thus, for most homeowners, its priority to keep these areas protected from external factors that could cause unsightly damage.
Benefits of Paving Sealants
One way to protect your outdoor pavings is to use sealants. But what exactly do sealants offer to home owners who are meticulous of their outdoor areas? Here are the benefits of sealing your pavers:
- Improve. Sealers can improve the look of your pavers by providing a top coat to the surface, thus significantly improving the colors and textures of the paving material.
- Removal of stain. Eliminating stubborn oil, grease, and rubber stains are easier when your pavers have been sealed. These substances won’t have the ability to soak into the surface of the pavers. Therefore cleaning them would be easy as wiping them off with a rag.
- Protection. Applying a sealer can provide a protective layer to your pavers. As a result, maintaining your outdoor areas from harsh weather conditions and heavy traffic will be easier. Sealers will prevent your pavers from wear and tear.
- Prevention. Because your pavers are sealed, weed and grass growth will be prevented or restricted. They can also keep the sand joints from diminishing.
Aside from knowing the benefits of sealants, it’s also important to take note of the types of sealers. They can vary from:
- Acrylic sealers
- Stain prevention sealers
- Glossy sealers
- General sealers
- Color protection sealers
- High gloss sealers
Make sure that you purchase the right type of sealer for your type of paver. It is also important to take into consideration the area where your pavers have been applied.