QUESTION

What type of sealer should I use to get a slight shine? - Our new home in the Phoenix area has used Pavers extensively in for the patio and driveway. It always has a "dusty" look. Do you know of a product that could be applied to the Pavers to give their top surface a little more shine (not glossy)? The landscaper says there is not product that will last more than a year or two in the Arizona sun before it starts peeling in the exposed areas, or otherwise just doesn't look good.

ANSWER

ANSWER - There are penetrating enhancer sealers that might give a slight sheen and there are other sealers too.  They will wear and need to be reapplied every 6 months to a year, but they shouldn't peel if you use the right type.  You need to get samples of the sealer you are considering and test it out to make sure it is what you want before you apply it over the whole area.  Sealers will behave differently on different types of tiles.

For a list of sealer manufacturers with links to their websites, go to our website at www.CTaSC.com and go to Resources on the Expert Answers page and select the Cleaners and Sealers link.   Good luck.