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SHOP BY FINISH: PAVER Faded driveway, patio and pool deck pavers Welcome to our shop by finish guide for pavers. If you're looking to refresh your faded pavers or change their color completely, you've come to the right place. We understand that the world of staining and sealing can seem daunting with so many products out there. That's why we've put together this guide to simplify your choices and help you select the best products for your project. We'll walk you through each step of the process and recommend our top Direct Colors products. Let's turn your vision into reality together.
Remove any grease, dirt, or stains from your pavers with our ProClean Degreaser™ Step 1: CLEAN Start with a clean slate. Remove any grease, dirt, or stains from your pavers with our ProClean Degreaser™. This product is designed to prepare your concrete for staining by ensuring a clean surface that will allow the stain to adhere properly. Shop Now Left image showing a close-up of a stain being sprayed onto a paver, with mist particles visible. Right image displaying the same stain being evenly applied with a roller onto a similar paver Step 2: STAIN Start with a clean slate. Remove any grease, dirt, or stains from your pavers with our ProClean Degreaser™. This product is designed to prepare your concrete for staining by ensuring a clean surface that will allow the stain to adhere properly. Before and After: Experience the transformation of a walkway from plain to stunning with our Terracotta and Charcoal Portico™ Paver Stains Step 2 Portico™ Paver Stain Our top recommendation is a semi-transparent, highly pigmented outdoor stain. This product will need to be sealed after application. Shop Now Before and After: Witness the dramatic upgrade of a driveway stained with our Rust ColorWave® for a bold, captivating look Step 2 ColorWave® Water-based Stain This is an eco-friendly choice for those who prioritize environmental sustainability. Note, this stain also needs to be sealed after application. Shop Now Before and After: Discover the remarkable change of a paver driveway enhanced with Milano Red EasyTint™ Tinted Sealer for a vibrant touch Step 2 EasyTint™ Tinted Sealer A convenient two-in-one product that stains and seals at the same time. It's semi-transparent and perfect for those who want a streamlined process. Shop Now Image showing the process of sealing a textured, stamped concrete floor with a product labeled 'EasySeal', evident in the wet sheen on the surface and the EasySeal container in the background Step 3: SEAL The final step is to seal your pavers. This protects them from damage and enhances the color of your stain. Here are our top recommendations, from most to least recommended: An image comparing two stamped concrete samples sealed with EasySeal™ satin and EasySeal™ gloss respectively. The gloss sample exhibits a noticeably deeper color enhancement than the satin sample Step 3 EasySeal™ Solvent-Based Sealers This sealer will deepen the color of your pavers. It's our best exterior sealer, but please note that it has strong fumes. Shop Now An image comparing two stamped concrete samples sealed with EasySeal™ satin and EasySeal™ gloss respectively. The gloss sample exhibits a noticeably deeper color enhancement than the satin sample Step 3 AcquaSeal™ Water Based Sealer This sealer will enhance the color of your stain but not as much as EasySeal™. It's an eco-friendly alternative. Shop Now Remember, this guide is intended to be a general roadmap for staining and sealing your concrete finish. If you need more detailed information tailored to your specific project, don't hesitate to submit a Free Project Consultation. Additionally, for calculating the amount of product required for your project, you can use our handy project calculator. We also highly recommend trying out colors with our Trial Kits before launching into a full-scale project. This will ensure you find the perfect shade to achieve the best results and your utmost satisfaction.
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