12/11/2025
Hi everyone,
Here is a slideshow of a recent project involving cleaning, sanding and sealing of a driveway, and cleaning, re-pointing and sealing of a large double patio!
As for the driveway, after cleaning we swept in kiln-dried sand as it is very fine which aids in its ability to compact within the joints. It’s essential that this is used rather than builder’s sand or sharp sand, for example. We then applied a professional grade sealer to manufacturers specifications. This not only gives the driveway a richer colour, but is also a great barrier in preventing future growth of weeds and other live growth.
On the patio, after giving it a deep clean we used angle grinders to grind all existing mortar from each and every joint. Once all joints were completely clear, we used professional grade polymeric sand to re-point. We swept it in whilst using pointing tools and plenty of water to ensure all joints were completely compacted, which is essential for their structural integrity. Before sealing, we applied residue remover to manufacturers specifications to get rid of any polymers lying on the surface. This must be done so that the sealer doesn’t have a negative reaction when applied.
To finish the job off, we applied a professional sealer designed for the stone on the patios to manufacturers specifications.
Thanks!