Paver Restoration
If you've ever seen some pavers that have turned white after being sealed, the white haze or film you see is actually trapped moisture. "Whiting" as it is called in our industry, is not to be confused with concrete efflorescence, which can cause white looking pavers to happen at any time, due to natural causes.
Whiting happens when your pavers have been sealed with a xylene or acrylic (solvent-based) sealer. The trapped moisture is caused by hydrostatic pressure, which brings the moisture up through the pores of the pavers and trapping it under the sealer. Once your pavers have "turned white", there is only one way to rectify the problem. The sealer must be completely stripped off and re-sealed with the correct type of sealer; also known as paver restoration.
Whiting happens when your pavers have been sealed with a xylene or acrylic (solvent-based) sealer. The trapped moisture is caused by hydrostatic pressure, which brings the moisture up through the pores of the pavers and trapping it under the sealer. Once your pavers have "turned white", there is only one way to rectify the problem. The sealer must be completely stripped off and re-sealed with the correct type of sealer; also known as paver restoration.
What's the best paver sealer for Southwest Florida then?
Before I tell you what the best sealer is, it's really important that you understand the dangers of using xylene or acrylic based sealers. These types are extremely inexpensive which is why a lot of homeowners and contractors are willing to use them. But these sealers have extremely high levels of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) and have a negative effect on both the installer and the environment.
In fact, back in 2005 NY, PA, VA, DE, NJ, MD, and DC lowered the maximum levels of VOC's to 400 g/l. Los Angeles and Orange counties in CA have lowered the allowable levels to 100 g/l. This essentially prohibits the the use of solvent-based sealers in these areas.
If you still choose to use them here in Southwest Florida, know this...they will turn white. In addition, most paver restoration companies charge $2.50 or more per square foot to strip off the old sealer. Avoid this costly mistake by choosing the right sealer and a contractor who is certified, licensed, and insured.
In fact, back in 2005 NY, PA, VA, DE, NJ, MD, and DC lowered the maximum levels of VOC's to 400 g/l. Los Angeles and Orange counties in CA have lowered the allowable levels to 100 g/l. This essentially prohibits the the use of solvent-based sealers in these areas.
If you still choose to use them here in Southwest Florida, know this...they will turn white. In addition, most paver restoration companies charge $2.50 or more per square foot to strip off the old sealer. Avoid this costly mistake by choosing the right sealer and a contractor who is certified, licensed, and insured.
How to restore color to brick pavers in the Naples, Fort Myers, Punta Gorda, Tampa, Brandon & Riverdale (Hillsborough County) area
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If you want colorful, vibrant pavers again, choose a wise contractor who only uses water based sealers!
At Paver Protectors, we educate our prospective clients about this when we do our on site evaluation and estimate. Our sealers are breathable and our process enables us to clean and seal WITHOUT the risk of whiting and WE GUARANTEE IT ! If you have whiting from old sealant, we have a solution! Our paver restoration process can eliminate the whiting, remove the old sealant, and re-seal to bring back the beauty and color of your pavers. Click below for a free estimate or keep scrolling to learn more about our process. |
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IdentifyFirst thing we do is consult with you and identify the problem and educate you on how we can fix it. We will discuss details such as the process and pricing. This is done during our onsite evaluation/consultation.
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Begin Restoration ProcessThe day of the appointment we will begin by stripping off the old sealer. This takes a lot of time and attention to detail. We get every nook & cranny in order to restore your pavers correctly.
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Clean Up and Re-SealOnce the old sealer is removed, we rinse everything down and prep the area to be sealed. We then re-seal the entire area with our high quality, breathable sealer. With the whiting gone, the beauty and color of the brick can now be seen
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What does "Whiting" or Trapped Moisture Look Like?
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If your pavers have trapped moisture and are whiting due to a solvent or high-solids sealer, we would like the opportunity to restore your pavers to their original colors.
