Cleaning Block Paving

Block paving provides an attractive focal point for the approach to your home. The nature of the material lends itself to be formed into patterns such as herringbone in various textures and colours. As with everything to do with the outside however, the elements conspire to make sure we cannot leave it unattended.

Block Paving – What is it?

The block is often made from concrete in a variety of designs and colours which offer a large choice for the consumer and allows the imagination to run wild in the selection of patterns and textures. There are also clay bricks (not house bricks) available which provide a huge ranger of natural colours. Whatever type of paving is used, not matter how expensive, it need looking after.

Block Paving – Cleaning

The ideal way of cleaning block paving is to do it regularly, say about twice a year, by giving the area a good sweep and scrubbing with soapy water. In the real world however, it is hard to be so disciplined and so more robust cleaning methods should be employed such as a pressure washer. The pressure washer is a powerful machine and should be used with care, over enthusiasm can damage the stone work and remove the jointing sand. It should be used at an angle to the paving or even better, be used with a rotawash attachment which distributes the spray more evenly over the surface. There is always a possibility, no matter what cleaning method is used, of some sand beig removed, and this should be replaced after cleaning. The paved area should be sealed with a good quality sealant after cleaning to preserve your hard work. It is really sweeper, wash, seal – after which you promise yourself that you will do it more regularly before it gets out of hand.

Pressure washers are complex pieces of equipment and finding the right one at the right price can be difficult. That is why it is best to go to cleaning equipment experts like B & G Cleaning, who have a wealth of experience for you to draw on and who offer outstanding prices on quality machines