Important Tips on Keeping Your Patio Paving Looking New

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Important Tips on Keeping Your Patio Paving
Looking New
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Proper Cleaning

• Even the highest quality paving stones will need
  care to keep them looking good.
• Good thing  routine paving maintenance requires
  little effort, only that it has to be done
  properly.  
• Proper cleaning depends on the type of paving.
• Some will need more attention than the rest but
  overtime, you'll get the hang of it and know just
  how to handle all kinds of situation.

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• To help get you started, let's talk about the
  different floor materials and how you can keep
  them clean.

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Natural Stone

• To clean natural stone, bleach solution can be
  applied to the stained spot and then scrubbed
  using a strong brush.
• Bleach can kill plants though so pay attention
  when rinsing.
• As a green alternative, you can also use white
  vinegar solution and simply follow the same
  process.

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Poured Concrete

• A concrete floor is prone to stains and
  discoloring.
• Hence, proper maintenance is necessary. This can
  be accomplished easily.
• Simply sweep away leaves or debris and this
  should be enough when done regularly.
• Or you can also use soapy water and then scrub
  the patio using synthetic bristle brush.
• Never use a wire brush. Otherwise, it will leave
  scratches on the concrete surface.

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Remove Stains

• Should you encounter stubborn stains, meanwhile,
  you can use an oven cleaner. Leave it for four
  hours and then rinse it off with water.
• You can also try a sprinkle laundry detergent
  solution and scrub it with a brush until the
  stain is removed.
• For oil-based stains, you can use cat litter to
  absorb the oil.
• Yes, cat litter can be very useful too. Just
  grind it using a block of wood and then let it
  sit on the stain for a few minutes.
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Stamped Concrete

• The advantage with stamped concrete is that it's
  stain resistant and waterproof.  
• Be sure to sweep the concrete regularly and your
  patio will look just fine. Pay attention to this
  though as decaying leaves can stain the concrete
  when left too long.
• Should you need to deal with tough stains, use a
  dishwashing liquid solution. Pour it on the
  affected area and then brush the surface using
  nylon bristle brush. Rinse it off, let it dry,
  and that should get rid of the stains.
• Also, remember to have your stamped concrete
  resealed every 2-3 years so it stays protected
  for long.

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Paver Stones

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• Paving stones requires minimal upkeep that's why
  they fit busy homeowners.
• Chemicals are also unnecessary as a dish soap
  solution should be enough to handle tough stains.
  
• Simply scrub the floor afterward using a deck
  brush.
• And then, pay attention to the joints. Be careful
  not to wash away the sand when rinsing as this
  compacted sand keeps the pavers locked together.

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The Best Patio Paving

•  Weeds can also pose challenges to homeowners.
  And the best way to handle this is to avoid the
  problem before it even starts.
• You can keep weeds at bay by regular cleaning and
  using weed killers, but check with your
  manufacturer first what they recommend.
• Keeping your patio paving looking their best is
  simple, but maintenance has to be done regularly.
  
• Your patio is where you entertain your guests and
  you want it in good condition for years to come.
  These tips should help you achieve just that.

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Check these Out!

• Check out this article on how you can keep your
  patio paving looking new.
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  family-owned business based in Sun Valley,
  California that has been installing paving stone
  driveways, patios, and pool decks since 1999.
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