Spring is Coming — Mark Your Calendar, "Time to Reseal Your Concrete"

The CONCRETE DOC+

Jan 23, 2025

2 min read

Updated: Sep 3

A concrete patio that has been sealed by Concrete Doc+

Rochester, NY, Weather Can Be Brutal —Is "Time to Reseal Your Concrete" on Your To Do List?

Living in Upstate New York can be tough during the winter months. Freeze-thaw cycles can also cause havoc on your concrete surfaces. That's why we recommend that you reseal your concrete patio or other outdoor living space every few years.

Resealing your concrete is important. Having a barrier between the elements and your concrete not only to protects it, but it also keep your concrete patio or walkways looking like new. And if you have a stamped concrete patio, sealing it every few years will bring out the various textures and make the colors more vibrant. Sealing your concrete patio will also protect the surface from stains, sun damage (which can fade colors), and more.

It's important that the concrete sealing is done properly — or the sealer will not do the job of protecting your concrete. Here are the steps needed to seal to protect your investment and keep your concrete patio looking like new.

Power washing concrete for preparation for concrete sealer application.

#1 - Prepare the Surface

The first thing to do is to have the old sealer removed to strip away all dirt and any remains of the old sealer. It also etches the concrete surface so that the new sealer adheres properly.

Worker sealing a stamped concrete patio with a sprayer.

#2 - Apply the Concrete Sealer

The concrete sealer should be applied once the concrete has totally dried from any stripping or cleaning. Then use a sprayer or a roller to apply a thin layer of sealer. When it's dry, apply another layer in the opposite direction of the first application.

#4 - Wait

You'll have to wait a bit before walking on your newly sealed concrete since the sealer must dry and cure completely. We recommend waiting about three days before you resume daily foot traffic on it.

How to Maintain Resealed Concrete

Regular sweeping or hosing it off (and occasionally using a power washer) on your concrete area is recommended. We also recommend resealing your concrete every 2-3 years. This will protect it and extend its lifespan.