Why should pavers be sealed??

Why Should Pavers Be Sealed?

Pavers today are mostly made of concrete, which is a porous material, susceptible to all kinds of staining and marking. Oil, grease and rust are very difficult to remove from unsealed pavers because they are so easily absorbed. Unsealed pavers retain water for long periods, creating and ideal situation for mold and mildew to grow.

• Protects against the intense Florida sun and other natural elements.
• Protects Pavers from oil, rust and other stains
• Inhibits weed growth, insect intrusion and mildew.
• Enhances the look of the pavers.
• Provides Structural Integrity by locking the joint sand in place

There is no question that a properly sealed paver surface looks better than its un-sealed counterpart. Whether it is a natural or wet look sealer our clients notice a substantial deepening of the stones natural color, as well as a crisp elegant look that can be finished in a Natural or Wet Look.

Do you need paver sealing services in the Tampa Bay area??  Contact us today for a free estimate: http://www.paverssealing.com

About Stone Medic’s Paver Sealer

Stone Medic’s ENHANCING, Joint Stabilizing Sealer is designed specifically for use on interlocking pavers to stabilize joint sand and penetrate deep into the pavers.

Stone Medic’s Enhancing Stabilizing Sealer is a green product that is solvent free and environmentally friendly. It is non-hazardous and non-toxic. Our Paver Sealer can be used indoors and outdoors on new and existing projects because it is safe and UV stable.  

Stone Medic’s Enhancing Stabilizing Sealer will not trap efflorescence and turn your pavers white.

• Environmentally Safe
• Eco Friendly – Won’t damage plants or building materials
• No toxic chemicals
• Locks the sand in the joints for structural integrity
• Inhibits Algae and Mold growth
• Prevents efflorescence (The white chalky coating)

Why Wait?? – CONTACT Us Today

Keep your Driveway, Pool Deck, Walkways and Patio Pavers protected and looking new. If you need your pavers cleaned, your pavers sealed or your pavers repaired, The Stone Medic’s experienced, professional Paver sealing professionals can have your pavers sealed and looking new again. We seal pavers in the entire Tampa Bay area including Tampa, Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Brandon, New Tampa, Westchase, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel and St Petersburg.

Give us a call today at 813-818-7555 / 727-530-3555 or request your free estimate.

Why Should Pavers Be Sealed?

Pavers today are mostly made of concrete, which is a porous material, susceptible to all kinds of staining and marking. Oil, grease and rust are very difficult to remove from unsealed pavers because they are so easily absorbed. 

Unsealed pavers retain water for long periods, creating and ideal situation for mold and mildew to grow.

• Protects against the intense Florida sun and other natural elements.
• Protects Pavers from oil, rust and other stains
• Inhibits weed growth, insect intrusion and mildew.
• Enhances the look of the pavers.
• Provides Structural Integrity by locking the joint sand in place
• Prevents efflorescence (the white chalky coating)

Why Wait? CONTACT Us Today

Keep your Driveway, Pool Deck, Walkways and Patio Pavers protected and looking new. If you need your pavers cleaned, your pavers sealed or your pavers repaired, The Stone Medic’s experienced, professional Paver sealing professionals can have your pavers sealed looking new again. We seal pavers in the entire Tampa Bay area including Tampa, Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Brandon, New Tampa, Westchase and St Petersburg. Give us a call today at 813-818-7555 / 727-530-3555 or click here to request your free estimate.

Using Metallic Epoxy to Create a Designer Concrete Floor

Floors are the walkway to your environment. If you wish to make a lasting impression in your home, workspace or business you should take a look at adding a metallic epoxy to your concrete floors. 

Metallic Epoxy Flooring is the most exciting technology breakthrough in the concrete flooring industry in years. There is no other system that has the appeal, depth, luster and three dimensional visual effect. It helps create a unique one-of-a-kind look and brilliant finish to any concrete surface. Customers seeking an exceptional look for their floor will be captivated by the ability of Metallic Epoxy to transform any area into one of distinction. 

It is the most luxurious concrete coating available today. Originally designed for the Casino Industry where appearance and durability is priority, these floors are now available to all commercial and residential customers.

Not only are Metallic Epoxy Floors beautiful and versatile, they are seamless, highly durable and environmentally friendly flooring option for commercial and residential applications. The appearance of Metallic Flooring can be enhanced by several application methods creating a floor that can never be duplicated. Contact Stone Medic for a free estimate at 813-818-7555  or 727-530-3555. For more information on concrete flooring follow us on Twitter and Facebook. At Stone Medic we guarantee our work and have plenty of decorative flooring examples for customers. We also provide concrete staining and sealing and have designer pictures available. Please visit our website at TampaConcreteStaining for pictures and information on all things concrete flooring related.

Concrete Patios vs Natural Stone Patios

The Benefits of Concrete Patios over Natural Stone Patios

As an investment, concrete patios typically cost less than patios made of brick or natural stone because they are less labor-intensive to install. The lower price tag combined with the wide array of patterns and colors available make concrete an economical choice for most budgets. Plus, concrete is easily formed into any shape to accommodate backyard space restrictions.

Stained Concrete by Stone-Medic

A concrete outdoor floor offers unlimited design options. When enhanced by stains and integral colors, concrete patios can be color coordinated to match a home’s exterior or landscape. They can also be stamped or engraved in patterns that mimic other popular paving materials, such as brick, flagstone, slate and tile.  The patio and pool deck are the focal points of any backyard. Your Decorative Concrete Patio and Pool Deck will be an oasis where you can entertain friends or simply relax with your family. Concrete is also a durable choice and requires very little maintenance.

The Stone Medic can refinish your patio, driveway or refinish your pool deck. In the past Landscaping was the only way to enhance your outdoor living space, but now with the use of either Stamped concrete, or Stenciled Concrete, Overlays, Epoxy, Scored and Stained Concrete, your Patio and Pool Deck can be a showplace. For a free estimate call Stone Medic in Tampa: 813-818-7555 or Clearwater: 727-530-3555. We guarantee all our work. For all things stone and concrete related follow us on Twitter or Facebook. You can also check out many of our before and after pictures for outdoor patio ideas at our website.

Questions and Answers on Staining Concrete

Staining concrete is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing trends in restoration and repair. It is an intelligent way to make a dull drab concrete floor fashionable, while maintaining durability. It is also a very cost effective alternative to installing tile or travertine.

Here are some frequently asked questions and answers from Stone Medic regarding staining concrete floors:

So why should I use decorative concrete, rather than natural stone or pavers on my project?

The primary reason concrete is chosen over natural stone is durability, cost and maintenance. Properly installed concrete has a design life of 30-50 years. Unlike Natural stone, bricks or pavers, concrete requires very little maintenance. Also, stamped concrete can easily be formed to contoured designs, which, unlike pavers, brick and stone, costs nothing extra.

My existing surface is covered with paint, glue and has many cracks. Can it be cleaned up?
The Stone Medic can remove the glue, paint or whatever is on your floor. We can repair the cracks and apply a new Micro Topping on your floor providing a perfect canvas to stain your floor.

What is decorative concrete overlay?
A decorative concrete overlay is just that; it is a highly durable thin set layer of hybrid polymer concrete that overlays an existing patio, floor, foyer, driveway, or sidewalk. The application of an overlay to existing concrete surfaces opens up an entirely new range of possibilities. Suitable for both interior and exterior areas, overlays can be used for covering up defects in an existing floor or, through the use of stamps and staining, a simulated rock surface can be molded directly into the overlay surface, creating a visually appealing effect.

 
How durable is a decorative concrete overlay?
Generally speaking it has twice the strength of concrete. A concrete mixture designed to yield 3,000 psi (pounds per square inch) will yield over 6,000 psi if modified by an acrylic polymer additive.  

What is Stamped Concrete
Stamped Concrete is a low maintenance, cost effective alternative to brick pavers or natural stone. Stamped concrete is concrete that is patterned to resemble brick, slate, flagstone, stone, tile and even wood. Stamped Concrete can be used to beautify pool decks, driveways, entries and courtyards, and patios.

What is scoring?
Scoring is the process of cutting a small groove on the surface of the concrete to create a desired pattern such as squares or diamonds. Normally these patterns are no smaller than 24” x 24” and require a minimum of an 8” border around the room to be scored. Scoring can beautifully accentuate a room by drawing the eye from one pattern to the other and is less expensive than stamped concrete.

What about cracks?
We can fill and close cracks in the concrete; however we cannot guarantee that they won’t return. Cracks in concrete are a given. Normally cracks should be limited to hairline cracking with minimal separation as all structural concrete is reinforced internally. Cracks do not necessarily detract from the appearance of the floor, we often incorporate them in our overlay designs by running grout lines over them and they add “personality” to the floor when we do staining. 

For additional questions you may have, please contact Stone Medic. We GUARANTEE our work and provide free estimates. We are a locally owned and operated company in the Tampa Bay area. Please visit our Facebook page and website to view before and after pictures.