How to Clean Brick Pavers

Creating a stylish and durable driveway or path is the goal of many homeowners. And, brick pavers are one of the most popular building materials used to complete this job. Naturally hard-wearing, resistant to extreme weather conditions and available in non-slip varieties, it’s no wonder that they feature in many homes up and down the UK. While brick pavers are designed for external use, they can become dirty and dis-coloured over the years, impacting the curb appeal of a property. It is then when the professionals are called in or people start to research how to clean their brick pavers. Let’s look into that here today.

Why Clean Your Brick Pavers?

While cleaning the inside of our home is a daily occurrence for many, we rarely give much focus to cleaning the outside of a property. However, after the winter weather and fluctuations throughout the year, it’s not uncommon to be plagued with ingrained dirt, mould or weeds that impact the look of a driveway or path. Leaving weeds to grow can lead to cracks in the future and not cleaning away debris early enough will eventually lead to staining that cannot be removed. So cleaning your brick pavers needs to be an annual consideration to ensure it lasts as long as possible.

Cleaning Your Brick Pavers Step-By-Step

  1. Clean the Area

Move all furniture, flower pots or ornaments off of the driveway before cleaning. This will reduce the risk of damage and also give you more space to work.

  1. Sweep

Prepare your driveway for cleaning by giving a good sweet. This will remove loose debris and prevent it from becoming an issue later on in the clean.

  1. Remove Weeds

As we mentioned above, weeds can cause significant damage to your brick pavers if left. Use a product like the PestShield Path & Patio Weed Killer Concentrate which works down into the roots to prevent future growth. Use a stiff-bristled brush, such as the Marksman Stiff Garden & Deck Scrubbing Broom to shift moss and remove the weeds that are peeking through.

  1. Use a Mild Detergent

One of the easiest ways to clean your brick pavers is with a simple cleaning detergent. The Doff Ready To Use Path, Patio and Decking Cleaner doesn’t require any scrubbing or rinsing and will remove dirt such as bird droppings and light fatty deposits as well as green mould. Apply with a clean brush or using a watering can. You can also use cleaners to spot clean oil, petrol or grease too.

  1. Consider a pressure washer

You can also use a pressure washer to clean your brick paving but be cautious of the pressure. If your brick paving is older, avoid high pressures as these can cause additional damage. Power wash away from buildings, cars or other properties and start in a corner which allows the dirty water to run off. A cleaning chemical, such as the Karcher Stone, Path, Patio and Facade Liquid Concentrate will help to dissolve dirt and protect against algae, wind and weather conditions.

Using the right products and the right techniques to clean brick pavers will reduce the chance of damage and extend the driveway or pathways lifespan. At Sealant & Tools Direct, we have a range of specialist products designed for these jobs. If you have any questions or need to speak to a member of the team, please do get in contact with us here today.