If you have a newly installed concrete driveway or patio or an existing one it is important to protect your investment by applying a good quality concrete sealer. Doing so has many advantages and benefits including:
 

• prolongs the life of drive or patio

• enhances color and appearance

• protects against oil and petrol leaks

• protects against staining from food and drink spillages

• prevents water penetration

• protects against cracks

• prevents efflorescence

• prevents UV fading
   

Water is the most likely cause of damage to a concrete driveway or concrete patio because it penetrates and then expands in freezing conditions. Water expands up to 9% when frozen and this leads to cracks and damage to the concrete. Sealer stops water from penetrating concrete and instead it will bead on the surface, therefore, helping to extend its life.
 

Stain protection is another key benefit of sealing concrete as patios and driveways are exposed to many potential causes of staining like BBQ fat, wine, fruit juice, leaves, berries, animal urine, oil, petrol, tire marks, and many other things. The sealer will stop these from penetrating the surface and make cleaning your driveway much easier.