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Posted: Wed Dec 07, 2005 2:04 pm
by markp1706
my driveway is beeing block paved this week with cobbles, i would have done it myself but thoght the 65 sq mts was to much for me. could anyone give me any assistance on a sealent to apply to seal the cobbles against stains etc. any advice on how much neeeded, how to apply, and any good suppliers with cost would be extreamly useful.
Posted: Wed Dec 07, 2005 2:52 pm
by danstan
markp1706 wrote:my driveway is beeing block paved this week with cobbles, i would have done it myself but thoght the 65 sq mts was to much for me. could anyone give me any assistance on a sealent to apply to seal the cobbles against stains etc. any advice on how much neeeded, how to apply, and any good suppliers with cost would be extreamly useful.
I would recommend leaving it for 3/4 months before you seal it, this gives chance for efflorescence (natural salt) to come out of the blocks.
After 3/4 months use Resiblock - thats good stuff (available at most merchants) - apply a couple of coats
i think the cost is around £15 - 17 for 5 litres
All the best
Dan
www.bartonfields.co.uk
Posted: Mon Dec 12, 2005 5:02 pm
by Tony McC
Block paved with cobbles? That doesn't make sense! It's like saying your drive is being tarmacked with concrete.
Anyway, Dan is right - leave off the sealant for at least 3 months. In the meantime, have a read of the DOZENS of other sealant questions in the Brew Cabin, and possibly have a look at the sealants page on the main website.
Posted: Tue Dec 13, 2005 12:20 pm
by markp1706
my apologies tony at least it raised a laugh, my drive has been done in cobbles, and looks very good to.
i will be leaving it to settle and seal in a few months.
thanks for your help and apologies for my lack of knowledge.
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2005 9:39 pm
by Tony McC
No apology required. 