How to Restore Old Patio Hardscapes to Like-New Condition and Keep Them that Way

​The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and you decide that it's a perfect time to enjoy your outdoor patio for a while. But as you step outside, you notice that your once beautiful patio hardscape has seen better days. The stones or pavers are dirty and stained, weeds are starting to grow between the cracks, and there's mold and mildew buildup. Some parts have so much grime that it's impossible to see any hint of the stone's actual color.

The color... you think back to the day the contractors packed up for the last time as you stood proudly on your newly finished patio, admiring the stones' unique coloration. You had picked it personally, a hue that's somehow both flat-toned and vibrant. You remember how beautifully it accented your outdoor area.

Your mind is pulled back into the present by the vile swamp-green blight which now surrounds you. You feel a trickle of sadness leak into your mind, and shift your weight, too lost in thought to note the slimy texture underfoot. You love your patio, you planned it for weeks with care, and it has welcomed you at the end of many hard days when you needed a place to relax quietly. It brought you together with family and friends. It has been the foundation on top of which dozens of happy memories were built. Now the once warm, inviting backyard getaway is only a shadow of itself. Stone that once reflected the sound of laughter now struggles to even reflect sunlight. The grime-coated surface tells its story of gradually falling into disuse, becoming forgotten....until today. 

Don't worry, the patio you love is still there! You can still bring it back, in all its glory, to the way it looked on the day when you waved goodbye to that installation crew all those years ago! You don't have to completely rip up your patio and start from scratch. With a little bit of elbow grease and the expert tips we're going to give you here, you can easily refurbish your old patio and bring it back to life.

In this article, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of reviving your patio and then how to protect it with sealant to keep it in pristine condition!​

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