subject: Why Should You Seal Your Block Paving? [print this page] Block Paving is one of the most famous and widely used types of paving. The reason behind its popularity is the look. Home owners spend a lot of money on getting these block paving laid. But only few of them are aware about the care the paving need to retain their look. Block Paving Sealer is a product that will help you retain the look of the paving for a longer duration.
As time passes, block paving is covered with weeds growing from within the small gaps between the blocks. This is due to the abrasion that is caused when vehicles and people move on the block paving. More and more weeds will grow with time, which will eventually loosen the blocks from the grounds and hence the blocks will come out easily. Moss, algae, lichen also develops due to heavy moisture or dampness in the soil. Block paving are also prone to stains. Oil or grease stains do not come off easily.
All these factors contribute to shorten the life of the paving and retards its look in long run. Block Paving Sealer is a protecting cover against all these factors. It forms a layer on the surface and do not allow air to enter in between the gaps.
Following are the few benefits of using a Block Paving Sealer:
It strengthens the adhesive or joining sand between the blocks thus increasing its lifetime.
Makes the paving resistance to abrasion by forming a protective layer.
Protect the Paving Sealer against oil or grease stains as they could not reach the blocks surface.
Reduce the need of maintenance and cleaning.
Prevents weed growth in between the gaps of the block.
Enhance the color and texture of the blocks.
There are a huge variety of Block Paving Sealers available in market. DIY kits are also available with easy to do manual or DVD to make it easy for the customer to follow. Some advanced Block Paving Sealers offers protection against UV rays preventing the color of the block to fade away. These solutions are quick dry. So your paving will be ready for use in just few hours.
Thus, a Block Paving Sealer will protect your driveway from the unwanted weeds, abrasion, stains or moss. It will increase the lifespan of the paving and enhance its appearance at the same time.
