Keable Construction’s support continues after handover. Advice for the individual project, materials, weather and product specifications should always take priority.
Curing and initial use
Keep heavy vehicles off newly laid pattern-imprinted concrete for the period confirmed at handover, commonly 7 to 10 days. Leave new porcelain paving clear for at least 48 hours, or longer when the bedding mortar, grout, weather or product instructions require it. Block paving can have different requirements and should follow the project-specific handover advice.
Routine cleaning
Sweep regularly to prevent organic debris from building up. Porcelain paving can normally be washed with clean water and a suitable mild outdoor tile cleaner. Avoid harsh acids, and do not direct high-pressure cleaning at grout joints or newly sealed concrete.
Long-term protection
Pressure-treated timber fencing may benefit from a suitable UV-resistant oil or stain every 12 to 24 months. Pattern-imprinted concrete may need professional resealing approximately every 3 to 5 years, depending on use, exposure and the original product system.