This post was most recently updated on January 30th, 2023
The Best Shiny Brick Paver Sealers
In 2023, 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 2023 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, lock out unwanted moisture, reduce weed growth, reduce freeze and thaw damage, and of course 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.
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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.
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As an article and comment contributor to the site, Scott has been around the pressure washing industry since attending college. In 1993 he started his first company called Oakland Pressure Wash specializing in exterior pressure washing, concrete sealing, and deck staining. That company evolved into OPW L.L.C. shortly thereafter concentrating more on exterior restoration. Scott and his restoration Michigan company have restored over 10,000 projects in the Metro Detroit area since the early years. He has become an authority in the restoration industry and has contributed to numerous restoration forums and informative sites.
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I have a 1500sft. Building and want to seal the concrete but cannot etch because of the galvanized base, does your sealer need to be etched to stick.
Which sealer are you asking about?
hi is the away to remove sealer from my patio sand stone as I have salts trap beneath
No idea what you are asking? We would need a lot more info as to what is being removed and pictures.