Stamped concrete and other decorative concrete surfaces need to be cleaned and sealed regularly to keep their color, their pattern and the fine top layer that gives them their finish. Once it’s sealed, the colors come back to life. Typically this should be done every 2 to 3 years, depending on how much sun and rain the surface gets.
Why Stamped Concrete Needs Sealing
The sealer is what protects stamped concrete. When it wears off, the sun fades the color, water and dirt soak into the surface, and stains set in. The longer it goes unprotected, the harder it is to bring back, so staying on a regular sealing schedule saves you money in the long run.
Every Job Starts With an In-Person Evaluation
We always like to see stamped concrete in person before quoting it. We check the type and amount of sealer still on the surface, along with the colorant that was used. A surface that’s been maintained may need only one coat, but if there’s little to no sealer left, we highly recommend 2 coats.
Step 1: A Careful, Thorough Cleaning
First we do a thorough cleaning. If there’s no sealer left on the surface, we have to be very careful here so we don’t damage the color or the top layer.
Step 2: Sealing With High-Quality Acrylic Solvent Sealers
For stamped concrete, we use high-quality acrylic solvent sealers. These are more durable than the typical products you’ll find at a local hardware store.
A Real Example: Bringing Neglected Stamped Concrete Back to Life
This patio was left unsealed longer than it should have been. The new owners wanted to bring it back to life, and that’s what we did. Because the surface had gone unprotected, a very slight amount of staining had set in, but we were able to make a huge improvement. Do you agree?
What to Expect
Our trucks carry top-of-the-line equipment, ready for any situation: a professional power washer, dedicated pumps, soft wash equipment and more. Power Play has been in business since 2002, our top two techs have over 45 years of combined experience, and we’re fully insured and licensed in Pennsylvania (PA HIC #PA062176).
Request your free evaluation, or call us at 717-314-2360.
