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…
If you’ve been looking at paver sealers, you know that they come in a nearly infinite number of different varieties. Not only are there different finishes to think about, you also have the option of using water-based paver sealer or solvent-based. What’s the difference between the two? And is one or the other better if…
You’ve heard about the tremendous benefits to sealing your paver walkway, patio, or driveway. You know that it can extend the life of your pavers, offering protection against stains, unwanted vegetation, and even undesirable shifting. You’ve gone to your local hardware store and looked through the various sealant options, noting the advantages of film-forming and…
If you’ve gotten your patio, walkway, or driveway pavers laid, you may be wondering just how important a sealer is. Is it really necessary to seal your pavers or can you leave them as-is? Will they crumble and blow away in the wind if you don’t seal them? And how much will they cost to…
If you’ve got a pressure washer that’s not acting quite right, there could be any number of problems. After all, pressure washers are complex machines with a lot of interconnected pieces that need to be functioning well – and together – in order to give you the high-powered water jet you need. Some pressure washer…
Few things are as nice, relaxing, and property-value enhancing as adding a patio to your yard. Patios can provide you with a great place to relax and enjoy nature while still staying close to the comfort of your own home. However, a patio can only truly be effective when it is put in right. Here…
Is anything cozier or more inviting than a backyard fire pit? There’s something about gathering around a crackling, popping fire with friends and family and sharing stories, laughter, and good food (especially s’mores). Those are the kind of moments that we remember all our lives. And they’re something you could experience on a regular basis…
Edging is essential for a professional looking lawn. When well-defined edges aren’t in place, a front or backyard will end up looking unkempt and haphazard. Even if you have beautiful shrubs, flowers, and trees in place, proper edging really can make or break the curb appeal of your home. That’s why we want to spend…
