If you’ve recently poured a new concrete driveway (or even if you’ve had one for a while), you may be wondering, “Do I need to add a sealer for my concrete driveway?” You may not think of it this way, but your concrete driveway is one of the most important features of your home. It’s…
Have you ever seen a brick or concrete wall that was covered in a white, chalky substance? That substance is called efflorescence and it can make your home look dilapidated and run down. Fortunately, you can remove it and get your home’s exterior looking as good as new. What is Efflorescence? Efflorescence forms when water…
Retaining walls offer a number of benefits. Not only do they provide a way to hold loose dirt and runoff back, they’re a beautiful way to section off parts of your yard. Few landscaping ideas are more attractive than a patio that’s cordoned off with a colorful paver retaining wall. If you’ve seen these benefits…
If you’re planning on laying concrete in the near future (or if you already have) and you’re wondering about the benefits of water-based concrete sealer or solvent-based, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve spent years using water-based concrete sealer to protect our poured concrete from the elements and to keep it looking new…
If you’re looking at building a retaining wall, one of the first questions you’ll likely ask is, “What is the cost of a retaining wall?” After all, most of us don’t have an unlimited budget for all of our landscaping dreams. We’ve got to make decisions about what is and isn’t necessary based on how…
If you’re thinking about building a retaining wall in your yard, one of the best all-around options is pavers. Retaining wall pavers offer a variety of styles, colors, and textures to create a wall that’s truly unique and fits your style, whatever it may be. And retaining wall pavers are also easier to install when…
There’s long been a debate about which are better: water-based paver sealers or solvent-based paver sealers. And though each of them have their defenders – and pros and cons – we tend to fall on the side of water-based paver sealers. When some people hear this, they wonder why this is the case. That’s why…
When creating an outdoor patio, walkway, or driveway with pavers, you may wonder whether sealing them is a necessity. After all, it just adds to the final cost of your project and – if you’re doing the work – it requires more time. If you’ve been wondering whether sealing pavers are worth it, then you’ve…
If you’ve recently installed a natural stone patio or are considering it, then you may be wondering. “Should I use sealer for my paving stones? Is it necessary?” After all, it is ‘natural stone’, does it really need anything to protect it from the elements like other patio materials. In this article, we’re going to…
If you’re in the planning stages of building an outdoor patio, you likely have a lot of questions. Should you hire someone or attempt to do the work yourself? What kind of patio design will provide the space you need while complementing the look of your home? How much is it going to cost you?…
An Introduction to Concrete Pavers Whether designing a patio or walkway – or adding some edging to your yard – options abound. In fact, hunting at your local hardware store for the right material to use can feel overwhelming because of the sheer number of choices. Poured concrete or stone? Stone or brick? Textured or…
You’ve heard that sealing your paver patio, driveway, or walkway can help keep it in top condition. You’ve read about the benefits of paver sealing, including: reduced stains, easier ability to clean, fewer weeds growing in joints, less movement, and more. And now you’re looking at everything that goes into the paver sealing process more…
“What will paver sealing cost per square foot?” If you’ve gotten your new paver patio, walkway, or driveway installed, that’s probably the question that’s on your mind. After all, sealing your pavers will ensure that they last longer than they otherwise would. Your sealed pavers will be better protected against grease, dirt, and grime. They’ll…
Along with a white picket fence and a playful dog, there’s something about a backyard swimming pool that evokes the American Dream. Swimming pools (and hot tubs) offer a place to relax, exercise, and enjoy the great outdoors. They make a great location for a party… or a simple, lazy afternoon. There’s just something about…
Paver sealers offer many benefits for your newly laid walkway, driveway, or patio. By filling the porous surface of your pavers with an acrylic polymer, paver sealers will protect them from dirt, grease, and grime. Without a sealer, your pavers will be much more susceptible to stains. In fact, stains can move so deeply into…
