CARING FOR YOUR PAVERS
Prevention is better than cure
- Sweep regularly with a stiff bristled broom to keep pavers free from debris.
- For maximum protection we suggest pavers are sealed after installation
with a penetrating sealer. (Please check with a reputable sealing company
for advice)
- Re-seal pavers as required taking special care in heavy wear areas and
salt-water locations.
- During construction, cover the paved areas to protect against damage.
- Protect your pavers against possible staining from mortar, oxides, cement
and rust.
- Do not use acid to clean pavers.
- Do not use high pressure cleaning apparatus to clean pavers.
- Attempt to clean stain before it hardens or dries up in all cases.
- If a stain occurs, follow these simple steps:
1. Assess type of stain carefully before taking action (incorrect assessment
of stain can cause the stainto be more difficult to remove)
2. If stain cannot be accurately assessed, conduct a trial process on a small
portion of stained area to determine most appropriate action
3. Utilise the guide below on some stain removal solutions
   
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Cleaning your Pavers
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PROBLEM
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SUGGESTED
CLEANING METHOD
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Efflorescence*
(White powdery deposit)
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Brush
first with a stiff bristled broom. Then hoseˆ with clean water.
Weathering will eventually stop this process from occurring.
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Leaves,
Bark, Algae, Food and Wine Stains
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Use
bleach diluted with water, then wash ˆ down.
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Chewing
Gum
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Freeze
with dry ice and remove with a spatula.
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Ivy
suckers
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Apply
a heat gun to the suckers until they go hard. Allow them to cool and
dry, then scrub them off with a stiff brush.
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