Crazy pavers came into use to reduce and utilize quarry wastage. These robust stones are used outdoors for their weather endurance and break resistance. With their random shapes and color variations, they can transform the look of your garden or patio space. Though they need little care, it is a good idea to take preventive measures. After all, prevention is better than cure. Here are 7 useful tricks and tips to maintain crazy paving floors and make them look great for eternity.
Sealing
Sealers provide a brand-new look to stones. They don't let dirt or harmful substances from the environment penetrate the topmost layer and get to the core of the floor. The best preventive care for any natural stone including crazy pavers is to seal them.
Sealing will safeguard the stone's look and shine against oil, usually found in BBQ areas or driveways. We highly recommend using a penetrating sealer. These kinds of sealers leave the stones looking natural while keeping the slip resistance intact.
Resealing
After installation, they need resealing every 4-5 years. The frequency of resealing depends on the application and how often the crazy paving floor is used. As a rule, it is best to reseal the driveway crazy pavers every 2-3 years and reseal the barbeque floor or outdoor kitchen areas in an interval of 4 years.
'Dry' cleaning
Simply give your crazy paving floors a sweep to get rid of dust, dirt, leaves, or debris from the surface. Brooming is perhaps one of the simplest methods of keeping crazy paving stones clean. Experts especially recommend brooming crazy pavers after rains. When debris like leaves falls on the paved floors after downpours, they should be broomed immediately as the debris often leaves unpleasant stains on the floor.
Cleaning with water
When it comes to regular maintenance, use your garden hose to rinse crazy pavers. Rinsing crazy pavers with water is enough to get rid of dirt, and grime. This is a simple method of removing accumulated dust from the surface without the need for pressure washing. Regular cleaning with plain water saves a lot of stress or cleaning woes later. For homeowners, especially with kids around, cleaning with water is an excellent method of cleaning.
Removing stains
Homeowners often find themselves in a tricky situation when the crazy pavers get stained. This usually happens in an open-air kitchen, areas with trees around, or in driveways where oil spills are common. Stains are more likely on light coloured stones like Sandstone Crazy Pavers, Mangolia Limestone Crazy Pavers and Tuscan Beige Crazy Pavers. But fret not. Just mix some mild detergent with a bucket of warm water and wash the stains away. You can also use a gentle scrubber to remove stains.
Washing crazy pavers
Crazy pavers are best cleaned with a high-pressure washer mixed with stone cleaning detergent. In case the latter is not available, you can use a mild detergent or soap solution, as long as they do not contain harsh acidic chemicals. Acids can leach into the stone, causing stains or ugly tints. Pour the soap or detergent solution over the crazy paving floors and give it a good wash. This will keep a check on mold or weed growth on the crazy paving floor. Limit washing with soap solution to once a month.
Replacing damaged stones
The beauty of crazy pavers is an easy replacement of stones in case one is broken or damaged. The stones can be replaced with new ones, without disturbing the other stones. It is best to consult an expert in case the damage is extensive. Post fixing the damaged part, make sure you seal the stones.
In conclusion
No matter how much you care for crazy paving floors, if they are not installed properly, their upkeep would be a difficult task. Therefore, please ensure a good installation procedure for crazy pavers. If you are DIY enthusiast, please keep in mind the measurement of the area, tools required, grouting, and sealing as important factors. Once installed properly, they are easy to look after. No expensive solutions or tools are generally required.
Feel free to get in touch with one of our representatives to know more about crazy pavers and which one to choose for your property. Call us on 1300 830 274 or write to [email protected]
*Disclaimer: All information and advice given above in the blog are to the best of our knowledge. Please reconfirm at your end before execution.
