How to Seal Clay Pavers

Sealing pavers protects them from staining and water intrusion.

Clay pavers provide a durable surface for sidewalks and driveways that can last for many years with proper maintenance. Keeping installed pavers free of stains or cracks in colder climates involves sealing the surface of the pavers. Sealing keeps fluids from penetrating the pavers, eliminating stains and keeping them from absorbing water. Using the correct sealer will allow the pavers to dispel moisture from the base material. Acrylic sealers that do not allow the pavers to "breathe" trap moisture that will freeze like absorbed water.

Things You'll Need

• Stiff bristled broom
• Water hose
• Water-based paver sealer
• Paint roller pan
• Foam roller cover
• Roller handle with extension pole

Instructions

1. Sweep loose debris from the pavers with a stiff bristled broom. Rinse the pavers with clean water from a water hose to clean fine dust from the area. Allow the pavers to dry for 24 to 49 hours.

2. Pour water-based paver sealer into a paint roller pan. Slide a foam roller cover onto a roller handle attached to an extension pole. Load the roller cover by rolling it in the loaded paint roller pan.

3. Apply the sealer to the clay pavers with the loaded roller. Move the roller in an even pattern to spread the sealer across the surface of the pavers. Allow the sealer to dry for 12 to 14 hours.

4. Apply an additional light coat of sealer to protect the pavers.

References

• PaverSearch: Cleaning and Sealing Clay Brick Pavers
• Aldon System: How to: Clean | Seal | Restore Concrete & Clay Pavers - Driveways & Patios