Patio Paver Sealing: How & Why to Do It

June 1

Whether you already have a patio that you’d like to spruce up, or you’re designing a new one to add a cozy place to your backyard, it’s important to know about the proper sealing methods that boost its longevity and durability. You can always seek advice from or hire a company that offers paver installation services in San Diego to ensure best results. However, if you’d like to find out more about how and why you should seal your patio pavers, read on.

Do patio pavers need to be sealed?

In short, you don’t need to seal your patio, but you should. The reason is simple and it’s to protect the surface, but also make it look better. The seal will prevent the growth of lichen, algae, and mold, and it will keep the colors from fading in the sun. Sealing should be the final phase of the installation process. However, if you just want to freshen up the surface, all you need to do is clean it and apply the sealer, and you’ll be amazed by the results. Furthermore, a sealed surface is much easier to maintain and therefore more durable.

How do you seal patio pavers?

The best and the easiest way to ensure proper paver sealing is to hire the professionals. They have the tools, the equipment, and the skills necessary for such a task. However, if you have some experience tackling such tasks and you’re an avid lover of the DIY approach, here’s how you can perform patio paver sealing:
  • Ensure that the pavers are completely dry and that there’s no rain in the forecast for at least the following 24 hours.
  • Clean the pavers from any stains and debris. You can use different methods for this, such as a high-quality broom or a leaf blower. However, if you opt for the leaf blower, be careful not to blow out the sand between the joints.
  • Remove weeds that might be growing between pavers.
  • Use a low-pressure sprayer to apply the sealer and make sure to cover the entire surface of the patio.
  • A squeegee is a good tool for directing all the material toward the joints and removing excess from the pavers.
  • Let the pavers dry out for several hours before walking on them, but know that you should ideally give them at least 24 hours to fully dry.

Why should I seal my patio pavers?

Sealing your pavers is in no way mandatory, but it’s an excellent form of maintenance and care for your pavers. However, those are not the only advantages of choosing to perform comprehensive paver sealing:

Protection from fading

Paver sealing is a great way to protect the surface layer from harmful UV rays which will inevitably cause your pavers to fade without a sealant. For example, although concrete pavers are renowned for their durability, UV rays would cause colored pigments to fade over time without sealing.

Color enhancement

Not only will your sealer help your pavers remain vibrant, even under direct sunlight, it will also make the colors pop more. Sealer acts similarly to varnish, drawing out the contrast and the colors, making them a lot more appealing. Also, there are sealers that offer a “wet look” for an even more appealing surface. The choice is yours.

Interlocking joint stabilization

Applying a joint stabilizing sealer will provide an additional benefit of hardening the sand present between all the joints, preventing rain, insect, and wind displacement. Also, this type of sealer helps reduce weed growth.

Stain removal

Finally, paver sealing makes your surface far less porous, limiting the potential for stains, preventing excessive soaking up of dirt, oil, etc. What’s more, you’ll more easily clean up any spills from sealed pavers.

Where can I hire reliable paver installation and sealing services in San Diego?

paver installation and sealing services in San DiegoIf you’d like to make your outdoor area more appealing by designing and building a cozy patio, or you need some help with choosing the right pattern to fit in with the environment, reach out to Pacific Dreamscapes. Thanks to our highly professional specialists and modern approach and methods, we’re able to implement your landscaping ideas the best way possible. We’ll come to your residence in La Jolla or any other San Diego neighborhood, and use our knowledge, skills, and experience to create the yard of your dreams. Our services include installation, repair, sealing, and maintenance. Give us a call today!