Pavers are capable of completely transforming the exterior aesthetic appeal of your home. It is, thus, that people planning to put their house on the market ensure their pavers are looking smooth and shiny. Unfortunately, pavers lose their shine and health with age. Do not worry – here a few simple tricks that can keep your pavers looking elegant and beautiful.
Power Wash Every Once in a Long While
Power washing has become increasingly popular in the last few years, primarily because power washing can help get rid of stains and marks that do not go with simple sweeping and washing. However, power washing can be tricky — set the machine at the wrong setting and you will end up damaging your pavers. If you are planning to power wash your pavers on your own, we recommend setting the machine to low pressure. However, if you have never power washed before and are doubtful whether you will be able to pull it off, we recommend hiring an expert.
Give Your Pavers the Attention They Require
While power washing is an excellent and effective technique, it is not recommended that you power wash your pavers very often. A better idea is to give your pavers the proper attention and care they require. Clean the pavers regularly. This simple exercise will protect your pavers against the damaging effect of stubborn stains. If you, by mistake, ended up staining your paver, make sure to clean it immediately with hot water. Lastly, it is typical for the floor material used to degrade with time. To enhance the longevity and health of your pavers, regularly check the flooring material for any signs of damage. If you find the material damaged, make sure to repair it immediately.
Take Care of Weeds
Pavers, especially those around patios and pools, tend to develop weeds. Weeds ruin the aesthetic appeal of any home. Thus, you must find the time to remove weeds from your pavers. This exercise will only not only keep your home looking beautiful but will also extend the life of your pavers. To prevent weed growth, make sure to fill the joint gaps between your pavers with filter sand. This will not only prevent weed growth but will also protect the health of your pavers while you are removing weeds.
Rinse the Pavers Once in Every Short While
Rinsing your pavers is not the same as sweeping and mopping it. Cleaning the pavers with hot water will not only help you get rid of any stains but will also take care of debris stuck in joints. However, it would be best if you did not wash the paver very often — we recommend washing them once every two weeks.
The Final Word
When it comes to maintaining their home, people often neglect the small things that can make a huge difference. Having a beautifully decorated home is useless if your pavers are looking dirty and unclean. We hope the simple suggestions discussed above will help you take care of your pavers in a better way.
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