Help & Advice - FAQs

Q. How often should I clean my patio?
Regular washing and brushing should be adequate to maintain your patio in pristine condition. However, you may wish to clean your patio using a proprietary cleaner. This can enhance its appearance but it may affect long term durability and should only be used sparingly (only two or three times during the lifetime of the paving). Consult your paving supplier for advice and a suitable cleaning product.

Q. Can I use a pressure washer to clean my patio?
Yes but, as always, follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully. Do not pressure wash your patio too strongly or too frequently as you may damage the surface of the paving.

Algae & Fungal Growths
Spray on a proprietary fungicide according to manufacturer's instructions. The dead material comes away easily after a few days, although some gentle scraping or scrubbing may be necessary

Q. Can I use salt to de-ice my patio?
No. During freezing and thawing conditions, the use of salt can affect both the durability and the looks of the paving.

Q. Can I use sealant on my patio?
Yes, check proprietary manufacturer's instructions and suitability for sealing concrete paving. Note that the use of sealant will affect the colour of the paving.

Q. Why do the paving stones have dark patches?
This is due to differential weathering, where the surface of the paving has cured at different rates, causing darker colour variation on the paving. Generally this is exaggerated by the presence of efflorescence which, once removed, will reduce the effect of the dark patches. As with efflorescence the dark patches will generally disappear with time.

Q. Can I use Bowland Stone paving inside my house?
Yes, but it is preferable to seal the paving with a polyurethane sealant after laying inside to protect against stains and reduce incidence of dust.