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Concrete Cleaning Tips

by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Concrete Since 1993 January 30, 2023

This post was most recently updated on January 30th, 2023

Top Concrete Cleaning Tips 2023

Thank you for continuing to visit Concrete Sealer Review throughout 2023 and beyond. We remain your trusted source for concrete and brick paver sealer tips and advice. Here we have an updated article about the best way to clean concrete. If you have any suggestions for the best way to clean concrete or have any questions, feel free to leave us a comment below.

Efflorescence On Brick

Before applying a concrete sealer or water repellent it is typically needed to prep the surface first. Prepping consists of cleaning with water and using a chemical cleaner that is specific to the stain you are trying to remove. Cleaners for concrete and brick pavers come in many different formulas.

Let’s look at the main reasons to clean and prep your concrete:

General Dirt and Grime Cleaning Concrete

When cleaning to remove dirt and grime you may just need water and a pressure washer. If the stains are stubborn, then a general all-purpose concrete cleaner or even bleach would help with the washing.

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Stamped Concrete or Paver Sealer Turned White 2023

by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Concrete Since 1993 May 2, 2023

This post was most recently updated on May 2nd, 2023

Stamped Concrete or Paver Sealer Turned White

Thank you for visiting Concrete Sealer Review throughout 2023 and beyond for concrete and brick paver sealer tips and advice. In this article, we explain what causes concrete or brick paver sealer to turn white sometimes, and what you can do to fix it. If you have any suggestions for the best way to fix concrete or brick paver sealer that turned white, or if you have any questions, feel free to leave us a comment below.

Paver Sealer Turned White

Why has my Brick Paver or Stamped Concrete Sealer Turned White?

This is a very common question and a fairly common occurrence. Typically, this happens to filming acrylic-based sealers that leave a shine on the surface. These sealers are typically applied to brick pavers and stamped concrete surfaces to enhance the overall appearance.

There is no one specific reason that your old sealer has blushed by turning white or cloudy, so there is no one remedy to fix it. In this article, we will go over the main reasons that your sealer has failed so you will be able to fix this problem permanently.

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Paver Sealer Turned White! How to Fix?

by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Concrete Since 1993 January 30, 2023

This post was most recently updated on January 30th, 2023

Update 2023 Paver Sealer Turned White!

We often hear about the appearance of Paver Sealer that has turned white. In this updated article, we explain how to fix a Paver Sealer that has turned white. If you have encountered any issues and have any suggestions or have questions, please comment below.

Protecting pavers from the elements is an important part of maintaining their appearance and longevity. This can be done by periodically applying a paver sealer to block out moisture and fading UV rays. A paver sealer will also hinder weed growth, moss, and mildew from growing in the paver joints and on the surface. It can also reduce sand joint erosion as well.

Certain paver sealers are better than others. There have been complaints from homeowners using inferior paver sealers that most commonly say the sealer has turned white. A milky white appearance on the surface of pavers can occur when a low-quality paver sealer is used. This milky or cloudy white appearance is extremely unsightly and can be difficult to fix. The white hue is a sure sign that the sealer has failed and now needs to be dealt with in a way that will completely fix the problem.

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V-Seal Industra-Gloss SB

by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Concrete Since 1993 May 3, 2023

This post was most recently updated on May 3rd, 2023

Update 2023 for V-Seal Industra-Gloss SB Review

If you have any questions or have used the V-Seal Industra-Gloss SB product, please ask below in our Q&A area. We are here to help!

INDUSTRA-GLOSS SB is a high-performance proprietary formulation of pure acrylic resin in a solvent base. Can be used as a cure, sealer and as a stain-resistant surface protector. INDUSTRA-GLOSS SB is excellent for exterior and interior on most horizontal and vertical surfaces.

Tested on Stamped Concrete – 1 coat applied.

V-Seal Industra-Gloss SB Gloss Scores (1-10)

Wet Look: 9

– V-Seal Industra-Gloss SB gave a beautiful wet look to our stamped concrete patio. This sealer enhanced the red and brown colors extremely well. Exactly what you would expect with a high solid, solvent-based acrylic sealer.

Gloss Level: 9

– We applied 1 coat of the V-Seal Industra-Gloss to our stamped concrete. It applied at 150 sq. feet per gallon and the result was a gloss sheen. We did not bother applying a second coat as it did not need it.

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H&C Paver Sealer Gloss Review

by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Concrete Since 1993 January 30, 2023

This post was most recently updated on January 30th, 2023

H&C Paver Sealer

Update 2023 for H&C Paver Sealer Gloss Review

H&C Paver Sealer Gloss has shown poor results in our testing. See the review below for more info. If you have any questions or have used the H&C Paver Sealer Gloss, please ask below in our Q&A area. We are here to help!

H&C Paver Sealer Gloss is a premium quality sealer that protects pavers and prolongs the natural beauty only pavers can bring to an outdoor living area. This product applies milky white and dries clear to ensure complete coverage, and is extremely easy to apply. It provides excellent weather resistance while protecting the investment against water damage. It is solvent-free and VOC compliant, water-based.

Tested on Brick Paver Pool Deck – 2 coats applied.

H&C Paver Sealer Gloss Scores (1-10)

Wet Look: 3

– We applied this sealer to a 6-month-old brick paver patio around a pool. We had hoped to achieve a darkened enhanced look to the pavers. The sealer did very little to change the appearance.

Gloss Level: 6

– For a water-based sealer, the H&C Paver Sealer did fairly well when it came to adding gloss shine. After applying 2 coats, we achieved a decent semi-gloss look.

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Behr Wet Look Sealer Review 2023

by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Concrete Since 1993 January 30, 2023

This post was most recently updated on January 30th, 2023

Behr Wet look Sealer

Update 2023 for Behr Wet Look Sealer Review

As of 2023, we have found that the Behr Wet Look Sealer has shown major issues for Stamped Concrete, Brick Pavers, and other Decorative Concrete Surfaces. If you have any questions on the Behr Wet Look Sealer product, please ask below in our Q&A area. We are here to help!

BEHR PREMIUM® WET-LOOK SEALER is a clear, non-yellowing, high solids, acrylic-based masonry sealer. It is formulated to seal, protect and beautify concrete and masonry surfaces with a high gloss, wet-look finish. BEHR PREMIUM WET-LOOK SEALER is also an excellent topcoat for paints and stains.

Applied to a stamped concrete walkway.

Behr Wet Look Sealer Ratings (1-10)

Wet Look: 3

– Wet look? The Behr wet look sealer barely changed the appearance of the stamped concrete surface even after two coats. It went on milky white and dried milky as well.

Gloss Level: 3

– Behr claims that their sealer will leave a high gloss shine. After the two coats, we barely saw any remnants of any gloss let alone a high gloss. Very misleading marketing from Behr.

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