How To Maintain Stamped Concrete Patio

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How To Maintain Stamped Concrete Patio

• Learn Quick Tips For Maintenance

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Stamped Concrete Patio Design
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Introduction

• A decorative concrete enhances the appeal of your
  outdoor space and increases the property value.
• Implementing a quality stamped concrete patio
  ideas can be a challenging work.
• Need professional with the knowledge, skills, and
  expertise to design beautiful patios in an
  amazing way .

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Continued...

• Hire a professional concrete contractors in Ohio
  for this job is definitely a wise decision
• Apart from this, they can also help in
  maintaining the beauty and décor of stamped
  concrete patios.
• Here we will share some quick tips that you can
  execute to maintain the stamped concrete patio of
  your home.

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Tip 1 - Sweep
Sweeping can keep the stamped concrete patio in
good shape. The dead leaves that fall on the
patio can leave bad stains. These stains become
permanent and spoil the amazing patio designs.
So, a regular sweep is a must to keep the patio
stain free and clean.
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Tip 2 - Pressure washing
Pressure washing is also known as power washing,
is a process to use the machine of compressed
water to remove the dirt which builds up on
patios. Using the detergent specifically meant
for concrete will also help to clean the patio
quite well. Just, make sure that the pressure
washer is not on a very high setting else the
elements will break. e job.
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Tip 3 - Seal The Concrete
Concrete contractors use many coats of protective
sealer to block the grease, oil, chemicals, dirt
and other substances from penetrating. It makes
the concrete easier to clean and prevents fading
of color due to UV exposure. Even sealed stamped
concrete maintenance is required, because harsh
weather conditions show signs of cracking and it
should be treated quickly else it will get worse
due to freezing and expanding.
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Tip 4 - Use Degreaser For Oil Stains
One of the places where you will see oil stains
is your stamped concrete floor of the garage.
Even a good car can leak oil and thats why you
will need a degreaser made of concrete. So,
consider this when you buy a pressure washer
detergent.
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Things To Remember
Do not use of salts on the outdoor surface, when
it is the first winter after the installation of
concrete driveway. Sealers for the decorative
concrete usually fail in areas where the use of
de-icing salts is made. This damage is not
because of the salts but because of thaw cycles
and freezing temperature.
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Conclusion
For the proper maintenance of your stamped
concrete driveway, you should use these
preventive measures and also call stamped
concrete Cleveland Ohio experts once in a while
so they can address the possibility of any issues
that can hamper the patio. Avoid using any harsh
chemicals on the stamped patio. It will damage
the complete look.
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