Tips on Paver Care

Regular Maintenance

• Regularly maintain your paver surface by sweeping to remove leaves, dirt and other debris. Pull out any grass and weeds that may be growing between pavers. Pressure washing is not recommended as the force of the water may be damaging to pavers.

Paver Inspection

• Check for chips, crack or breaks and replace any damaged pavers. If the pavers were set with adhesive, you may need to use a hammer and chisel to remove the damaged paver.

Oil-based Stains

• Soak up oil-based stains on a paver driveway by covering it with kitty litter. You can substitute sawdust or cornstarch if you don't have kitty litter. Allow the kitty litter to sit on the stain for at least 6 hours and then sweep it up. Scrub stain with a brush and a degreasing product. You may have to replace the paver if the stain is too deep.

Paint Stains

• Paint thinner may be effective in removing paint stains from your pavers. Blot the stain with a rag dipped in the thinner. Scrape the paint away and wash well with soap and water after the stain has been completely removed.

Rust

• Grills and metal patio furniture can leave rust stains on pavers. Try scrubbing with a brush, hot water and dish washing detergent. If this does not work, you may need to purchase a cleaning product made specifically for removing rust stains on pavers. To prevent this from happening in the future, seal any metal furniture and the feet of your grill with a rust-inhibiting product.

Other Stains

• Dish washing detergent, a dash of salt and hot water removes most other stains. Scrub with a stiff brush to give pavers a good wash and then rinse thoroughly.

Sealant

• Once a year, or at least once every two years, apply a sealer made specifically for your type of pavers. First, sweep and clean your pavers with soap and water. Allow to dry completely before applying sealant. Do not allow anyone to use the paver surface until the sealant is completely dry.

Fall Cleaning

• Clean your pavers every fall to remove fallen leaves that could stain them. Scrub away any mold, mildew, sap from trees or any other stains you may find.

Winter Care

• Do not use ice melters on paver surfaces as they cause spalling and stain pavers. Use a rubber-bottomed plow and plastic shovel to remove snow from paver surfaces to prevent scratching and damage.