This post was most recently updated on March 9th, 2021

The Best Shiny Brick Paver Sealers

In 2021, we at Concrete Sealer Review continue to remain your number one source for concrete and brick paver sealer professional tips and advice. Below is an updated article for 2021 that discusses the pros and cons of shiny brick paver sealers. If you have questions or have used a shiny brick paver sealer, we want to hear your input! Feel free to leave us a comment with any pictures below.

Paver sealers come in several different types of finishes. Sealer finishes can range from a matte or semi-gloss to a high gloss or wet look appearance. In this article, we want to address shiny paver sealers and how they differ from other finishes such as a wet look sealer, and yes there is a difference.

All paver sealers are used to help solidify sand joints between pavers, lockout unwanted moisture, reduce weed growth, reduce freeze and thaw damage, and of course to create a beautiful long-lasting finish. In terms of the final finish of a sealer, a matte finish will not alter the appearance of the pavers while a shiny paver sealer will leave a glossy appearance. A wet look sealer will leave the pavers looking wet even after the sealer has dried but is not designed to add shine.

High Gloss Brick Paver Sealers

Most shiny paver sealers are solvent-based but contain a high percentage of solids. Normally these solids are of an acrylic nature. The higher the percentage of solids, the shinier the overall finish. As an example a paver sealer containing 25% solids would be considered a semi-gloss, meaning it will give a slightly shiny appearance. Moreover, a higher percentage like 30% solids will result in a high gloss finish. This shiny finish is not for everyone but many people do prefer the shiny look.

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One downside to a shiny paver sealer is that it can be slightly slippery at first. We have found however that after several weeks of curing and weathering the slippery condition does diminish quite significantly. Shiny paver sealers are very thick and are normally best applied with a large brush, stain pad, or roller. Most are too thick to apply using a pump-up or airless sprayer. Also, they do not cover as much square footage per gallon as a thinner sealer might. But as long as you know what to expect, shiny paver sealers can be an excellent choice. They can enhance the natural beauty of your pavers while providing a long-lasting shiny appearance.