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When you’re installing a new patio or walkway, it’s difficult to imagine that the pavers would ever look anything but brand-new. However, weather and usage will take a toll on them. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to ensure that people will admire your paving stones year after year.

4 Maintenance Tips for Your Pavers

1. Sweep & Rinse Regularly

You can clean your patio with a broom and a garden hose. Pressure washing isn’t necessary, but sweeping dirt and debris regularly is good for preventing stains. If the forecast is predicting rain or snow, you should remove any leaves and dirt. Otherwise, the water will make everything stick to the stone, which makes it more difficult to clean.

2. Use Dish Soap for Stains

Even with regular cleanings, you may still notice an occasional stain on your pavers. You can try using a garden hose to clean the pavers first, but most stubborn stains are best addressed with water and dish soap. If soap doesn’t do the trick, you can use vinegar and water.

3. Remove Weeds & Moss

paversIf the ground around your pavers stays moist, it can encourage moss to form. It’s important to address the moisture issue, as it can cause mold and mildew, too. To stop moss and weeds from growing in between your paving stones, you should pull visible weeds out and apply a weed killer during the growing seasons.

4. Seal Your Pavers

Applying a sealant onto your paving stones is probably the best thing you can do for them. A seal coat stops dirt and stains from penetrating your pavers, and it also gives them a nice shine. After you seal your pavers, you should only use water to clean them.

 

If these tips can’t revive your pavers, you may need to replace them. Miller’s Ready Mix Concrete & Block offers high-quality paving stones for your landscaping project. This concrete supplier from Gloversville, NY, has been providing customers in upstate New York with superior concrete products for over 40 years. They are proud to provide you with custom solutions for your project. For more information about the company, visit the website, or call (518) 661-5601 for a free quote.

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