A complete guide to clean patio pavers

Preparing the Patio for Cleaning

Remove Furniture or Decorative Items

Firstly, you will need to prepare your work area before you can start cleaning patio pavers. To do so, you will need to remove all potted plants, furniture, etc. Please make sure they are in a safe, out-of-the-way location such as your garage.

Once the furniture and decorative items are removed, sweeping up any loose debris like clumps of dirt from potted plants is a good idea. If you start the cleaning process with a clean work area, it will be much easier to do.

Washing and Inspecting Patio Pavers

Rinse and Initial Cleaning

Your patio pavers might look really dirty if they’ve been neglected for several months, perhaps years. The chances are still good that they are in the best shape. A thorough rinse can sometimes make a big difference.

Rinse your pavers well with a hose before beginning the cleaning process. If you use a spray nozzle, you won’t have to use pressure washers since pressure washers may cause damage that can’t be repaired.

You should let your pavers dry completely before assessing any damage or spots that need to be cleaned and check for moss or weed removal.

Weed and Moss Removal

Methods to Remove Weeds

Before you start cleaning, you should remove weeds and moss. Here are three popular methods for removing them:

1. Remove with Herbicide

In the first step, herbicides can be used, which can be found in most gardening and home improvement stores. Herbicide should be sprayed over the weeds (you should read the product label before spraying). It should take 2 days for them to wither. Unfortunately, herbicides are poisonous and should be kept out of the reach of children or don’t use this method if you have kids or pets.

2. Remove with Vinegar

Preparing a vinegar-water solution is more environmentally and human-friendly. As an alternative, lemon juice could be substituted for vinegar. Overspray the solution on the weeds to kill them instantly. In this way, your patio pavers will remain weed-free for a specific period of time.

3. Pull Weeds by Hand

You can pull weeds by hand by grabbing the roots as much as you can. Hand tools such as weed cutters may seem efficient, but it’s important to remove weeds from the roots up so they cannot return. Remove extra debris and weeds.

Cleaning Patio Pavers

There are plenty of commercial cleaning solutions for patio pavers and other materials. You can buy any good quality solution, or you can make your own. Both are fine.

Pavers are relatively easy to clean and can be scrubbed by pretty much anyone. You only need a cleaning solution and a stiff brush to do the job. It is also possible to use an outdoor broom if you’d rather not scrub on your hands and knees.

When cleaning patio pavers, do not use a wire brush. Wire brushes with hard bristles can cause unsightly scratches, even on materials that are relatively resilient.

While sweeping the patio, consider where you would like to push dirty water. You don’t want to work toward your pool or house. Work on areas that can easily absorb water, such as utility areas or dirt and grassy areas.

Want to Upgrade Your Patio?

Do you want to redesign or are interested in upgrading your patio pavers or creating a brand new area to spend time with family and friends? You can call us for advice on the right materials for covered spots, pools, whole backyard projects, or even any kind of masonry repairs.

Regardless of whether your patio needs a little extra maintenance, we can help you learn more about how to clean, care for, and repair its parts.