How To Apply Resiblock Superior Sealant - Block Paving

[@Gallyga]

Just weeded, power washed and replaced kiln sand in my block paving driveway for the first time. Your tip about brushing diagonally across the edges rather than with them was invaluable. Thanks!

[@aemackintosh]

Nomadski Great! I’m glad it helped you to get the job done,😃👍🏼

[@Gallyga]

What do you use to clean resiblock from your brushes and roller? Currently got it sat in a box of fairy liquid and water right now but don't think it's doing much! Terps?

[@joeferrugia4941]

I agree. And I do this all day 6 days a week.

[@Myrol2012]

Very calm and professional delivery of good information...many thanks

[@aemackintosh]

Mixatone Thanks for your comments. I’m glad you find it useful.😃👍🏼

[@vjary8142]

Thanks for the tips about how to apply the sealant.

[@Premier_lawns_official]

Belter of a video, hope you are keeping busy and enjoying the sunshine 🌞🌞🌞

[@aemackintosh]

Premier Lawns Thanks! Busy busy at the moment. Crazy.😃👍🏼

[@Premier_lawns_official]

@@aemackintosh I'm the same, though around mid July I start to slow down. Most of my work is lawn treatments and my busy super periods are spring and Autumn.

[@aemackintosh]

Keep up the good work.😃👍🏼

[@christurner9374]

Really handy video, been of massive help.

[@aemackintosh]

Great! I’m glad you found it useful. Thanks for your message.🤩👍🏼

[@francisjude5444]

Can you use a garden sprayer instead of the roller for big driveway

[@ravindersaund]

Thank you. Put my anxiety to rest about sanding. Resiblock's instructions were not clear about that.

[@aemackintosh]

Glad you found it useful.👍🏼

[@SunshinewindowsAu]

Awsome video cheers heaps thought of doing this for a long time

[@matthewcalder4351]

Follow the instructions to the letter and never ever apply to a damp surface. The paving and the sand need to be bone dry. If in doubt It's recommended that quite a few test patches of sand in different places our placed inbetween the paving joints, let it sit for a while to see if new sand turns wet by diging out the sand and having a look before sanding all the paving. Moisture/ dampness and sealer do not get on! If you have residual dampness on the surface it can get trapped under the sealer and white milky patches will be seen! This is when your nightmare will start! The only way to get rid of it will be to chemically strip the polyurethane off. I was told this by resiblock themselves a couple of years ago. Remember- BONE DRY !

[@aemackintosh]

Good tips. Always follow the instructions. It can be a bit scary the first time, but once you’ve done that first one it is fairly straight forward.😃👍🏼

[@SunshinewindowsAu]

@@matthewcalder4351 cheers mate, bone dry 👍😉🤙 thank you for the advice

[@nathanwallis5209]

Very good / helpful video thank you

[@aemackintosh]

Great! Glad you found it useful.👍🏼

[@shottown911]

Awesome thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@aemackintosh]

Glad you found it useful.😃👍🏼

[@saintetienne755]

I'd like to spray the first coat so not to lift any sand - could I use any general purpose sprayer as a one off?

[@aemackintosh]

Yeah, you could do, it might get clogged and you want to make sure you give it a good clean out straight after using it if you want to use it again for something else.😉👍🏼

[@saintetienne755]

@@aemackintosh Thanx mate!

[@majorsurfacecleaner8081]

No, it's a polythene sealant and has to be applied by a roller, also 2 coats.

[@saintetienne755]

@@majorsurfacecleaner8081 So yes and no

[@spencerj1413]

Good job . Can I ask how much you change for it all pressure washer sand and seal.

[@aemackintosh]

Spencer j I charge a similar sort of rate as I do to clean it, for supply and application. So it’s not as profitable as the cleaning but it makes for a nice little add on.😃👍🏼

[@TheJoncb3]

I have a new driveway installed just about a week old. Bought resiblock but left me with a question. Should I seal new installed pavers?

[@aemackintosh]

A new driveway should be allowed to settle for around 6weeks before it is sealed.😃👍🏼

[@TheJoncb3]

@@aemackintosh thank you. I can see white patches on the pavers. Not on all of them but maybe half of the pavers have patches.

[@harshnayi]

After sealing noticed sand is present in some area of drive way due to not removed the sand properly, is there any way to remove this sand?

[@joshhall6391]

Can you put a link in for the pole and rollers needed plz

[@aemackintosh]

I just get them from my local diy store.👍🏼

[@cmgill2gill135]

How long should you leave newly laid blocks before sealing? some say months, others right away????

[@aemackintosh]

I think Resiblock recommend waiting 6-8 weeks before applying sealant to freshly laid block paving.👍🏼

[@cmgill2gill135]

@@aemackintosh Thank you for that, that's what I'll do 👍

[@benpotts2538]

Hi mate did you put 1 coat on or 2

[@aemackintosh]

One thorough coat.👍🏼

[@majorsurfacecleaner8081]

​@@aemackintoshhilarious

[@ladybird480]

Great video. How glossy is the GLOSSY sealant compared to the MATT sealant please? Does the matt have a slight sheen? I want to apply this to my charcoal block paving border that surrounds my tarmac driveway. Also is this anti slip? Many thanks

[@harrypaul2718]

Can I pressure wash my drive a few months after doing this? Will the sealant stop the sand in the gaps from getting ripped out?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes. Once sealed, the area can be pressure washed to keep the surface clean.👍🏼

[@harrypaul2718]

@@aemackintosh Thanks

[@MrTemres]

Very informative thank you. Can you tell me how to dispose of the empty cans afterwards please?

[@londontrada]

Put em int bin

[@davet9900]

Another great vid

[@aemackintosh]

Thanks! Glad you liked it.🤩👍🏼

[@sonnytaylor5111]

Can you reuse the brushs afterwards

[@aemackintosh]

Not really, it dries solid afterwards.

[@Castlejets]

Hi mate will this help stop weeds?

[@aemackintosh]

It’s never an absolute guarantee, but yes it does help prevent weeds. Make sure you kill any that might be there first.😃👍🏼

[@jeffersonelias7447]

Hi Ashley, is it possible to seal porcelain paving slabs? What would you use to give it a premium finish after a jet washing job? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

[@aemackintosh]

I’ve never done porcelain tiles myself. I would give Resiblock a ring direct if I were you, they have a great helpline.😃👍🏼

[@jeffersonelias7447]

@@aemackintosh Great! Thanks a lot!

[@naturenate1093]

How many gallons of sealant did you use for this project?? Please and thanks

[@aemackintosh]

Think I used about 20litres. Different types of blocks can absorb a different amount of sealant, so it can vary a bit. So always get plenty for the job.😃👍🏼

[@Jahfriend]

Hi do you need to wear a mask when sealing

[@aemackintosh]

It’s not toxic, so as long as you don’t drink it it’s not dangerous.👍🏼

[@mazman8343]

Great video again. Quick question can the sealer be applied with a garden sprayer

[@aemackintosh]

Yes. But Resiblock recommend applying with a roller in order to really saturate the surface with sealant. This makes for a much better seal.😃👍🏼

[@mazman8343]

You no your stuff 👍

[@mazman8343]

@The Awakened Empath 👍

[@chrisbalcombe344]

How many cans of resiblock was needed for this size driveway ?

[@aemackintosh]

I think I used about 4. Every job is different. The blocks tend to soak up a slightly different amount. You just want to make sure you always have enough.😃👍🏼

[@andrewjenkinson7052]

We have a problem with bird droppings. What can be done when they inevitably poo before the sealant is dry?

[@aemackintosh]

Maybe you could use something shiny or reflective to scare them away like foil or cds?😃👍🏼

[@nwabisajordan]

Hi, I am watching so many of your videos and learning a lot. May you please assist with what sand you use and how much sand used per square meter? Did you say you use 1 liter per 5 square meter? Thank from a subscriber in South Africa

[@aemackintosh]

Kiln dry sand.👍🏼

[@JasonDunlop247]

You probably said Ashley but how many litres did it take to cover that particular driveway?

[@aemackintosh]

JD Can’t remember now. But I didn’t need as much as I laid out in the video. If you go to the Resiblock website there are coverage rates there, so you can work it out if you know the size of the area you are working with.😃👍🏼

[@geordiejohn3703]

Very helpful thanks 👍🏻

[@aemackintosh]

Glad you liked it.👍🏼

[@MrCrazydogy]

What kind of sand is best? Is simple dried kiln sand okay, or do you usually use setting sand, or perhaps something else completely?

[@aemackintosh]

I use kiln dried as standard.

[@motivationwithalexcouto7247]

You are very professional and speak clearly plus give me more confident !!! Well done !!! I guess you could start selling machines and keeping recording the way you do and perhaps start teaching people more deeply to become professionals. You got all the skills... You are really brilliant and I love idea you share your experience... Well done for you 👍

[@aemackintosh]

Thanks for your comments, I really appreciate it. I’m glad that my channel can help others. I have also started doing training sessions to help people who are starting out.😎👍🏼

[@philocn]

probably been asked before, bnut, i have seen your advice on quoting for cleaning. how do you quote for re-sand/ sealing? thank you :-)

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, there is a video about it on my channel if you check out the pressure washing playlist. But I measure the area and do a price that includes cleaning and re-sanding, then a separate price for sealant application.👍🏼

[@79johnnykage]

Does this stop weeds grass etc from growing up between the pavement gaps🤔

[@aemackintosh]

Johnny Kage Nothing is an absolute guarantee when it comes to weeds, but yes. It hinders weed growth, helps prevent ants nesting, and creates a barrier that is resistant to staining.😃👍🏼

[@79johnnykage]

A.E.Mackintosh Cleaning Services thank u I’ll sort my garden out now😀

[@aemackintosh]

Of course it is best to weed kill the area first.😃👍🏼

[@79johnnykage]

A.E.Mackintosh Cleaning Services 👍👍

[@rickkozarits8930]

Ash,if customers have pets and dont want them near the weedkiller i find a bottle of cheap table salt mixed with water in a watering can does just as good a job

[@Extreme_exotics]

You put just normal sand or locking sand ?

[@aemackintosh]

You need to use kiln dried sand.😃👍🏼

[@vivianportunato4086]

I used Polymeric sand. Don't use too much water, mist it. May need two misting depends on the product. Do not overwater

[@JayG94]

Question: So when can you expect to be back to pressure wash a sealed driveway again? I've heard some people have been to a pressure washing job & couldn't strip the sealer, using a gx390 also

[@aemackintosh]

You would need to use a chemical paint stripper to remove the sealant. This superior sealant should last around 5years, but it will likely still need to be cleaned in that time.😃👍🏼

[@JayG94]

@@aemackintosh I understand, how exactly would that be done then? & so the dirt would sit ontop of that sealed surface so that would come off easily surely? Because it's on top of sealed surface ?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes, exactly. You can always ring Resiblock direct, they have an excellent helpline.😃👍🏼

[@Aus_Dan]

Great video, did you apply second coat on this job?

[@jameshalleron7484]

Would it be more efficient to spray the sealent onto the pavers?

[@aemackintosh]

It’s not recommended. Applying by roller allows you to really saturate the surface and achieve a thorough seal.😃👍🏼

[@milerale5286]

Other manufacturers recommended spraying as sealant goes all the way between blocks

[@pressurecleaningsolutions7896]

Do you do the sanding and re-sealing on the same day? Also how long do you leave after power washing to re sand and seal?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes. I usually re sand and seal a day or two after pressure washing when the paving has fully dried out. But for freshly laid paving, you should wait 6-8weeks after it has been laid before applying sealant.😃👍🏼

[@goodbyetothepeople92]

@@aemackintosh why do you have to wait to seal a newly laid block drive?

[@aemackintosh]

There could be some slight movements during the first few weeks as the drive beds in to its position and the sand becomes compressed. So wait for it all to settle before sealing.😃👍🏼

[@andyjcoop]

Hi Ash, Great videos mate am working through them during this quiet time. When you say you have to keep the working edge moist, what would your approach be on a large surface where you wouldnt be able to make it from one side to the other without drying?

[@aemackintosh]

Andy James Thanks! I hope you find the videos useful. For bigger areas you could work in narrower strips or maybe in sections. For massive areas, it might be better to use an alternative method. I understand that it’s possible to use a watering can and even out with a floor squeegee, but I haven’t tried it that way.😃👍🏼

[@123mrrollie]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@aemackintosh]

Great. Thanks!😃👍🏼

[@4321babyboy]

Great video can you use this on clay block paving?

[@aemackintosh]

Yes. If you are not sure, you can always give Resiblock a call direct, they have a great help line.😃👍🏼

[@TelstarTAK]

What cleaner / detergent would you recommend for cleaning a grubby block paved drive with a normal hose (not pressure washer), prior to sealing? thanks.

[@aemackintosh]

You could use a bleach? Water it down in a watering can, apply, and rinse away. Take great care with it though. I would recommend using a pressure washer if you can get your hands on one. You really want to get it as clean as possible before you seal it.😃👍🏼

[@TelstarTAK]

@@aemackintosh thanks!

[@DaSuperhappyfuntime]

Hi. If you are charging the same as you would for the cleaning. The profit in sealing is so small it wouldn’t be worth doing. Has resiblock gone up in price or am I missing something? Great videos BTW. I’m learning loads.

[@aemackintosh]

Dan Watson If you sign up as a registered contractor with Resiblock you get a third off the prices stated on the website, so there is your profit. It’s still not as profitable as the cleaning, but it’s up to you what you want to charge. Sometimes it helps gets you the job because you also offer the sealant service.😃👍🏼

[@DaSuperhappyfuntime]

A.E.Mackintosh Cleaning Services I knew there was something I’d missed. Thanks fella.

[@eggie555golf]

Will you be doing a 2nd coat

[@tomcranbourne3096]

Very helpful video, thank you Do you use any type of cleaner when jet washing?

[@aemackintosh]

Tom Cranbourne Thanks. I sometimes use sodium hypochlorite to get it as clean as possible before it is sealed.😃👍🏼

[@tomcranbourne3096]

Thanks very much 👍🏻

[@MANX-TV]

What do you charge per square meter to apply sealant?

[@aemackintosh]

About the same as I do for cleaning it for he standard sealant, but a little more for the Superior to cover the extra expense.😃👍🏼

[@MANX-TV]

@@aemackintosh Ok thanks. What's the difference with the superior?

[@Player__Unknown]

Hello Ash! Is it absolutely imperative that you use a sealer after re-sanding? I've heard/seen people skip this process and just apply kiln dried sand, brush off the excess, grab a leave blower and call it a day. What are your thoughts on this? I would really appreciate your advice!

[@aemackintosh]

It’s optional. It’s a big extra cost, so it depends what the customer wants. I often give the customer a separate price for the sealant and then they can choose to have it or not.👍🏼

[@Player__Unknown]

@@aemackintosh Great advice! Thank you so much!

[@imotomoves]

Can the sealant be sprayed on with a weed sprayer jug?

[@mzzmshh]

Hi, Would you recommend using sealent on newly build block paving driway..i think we dont need to put sand again..please advice.

[@aemackintosh]

Sure, it will help protect it and keep it in the best condition for years to come.😃👍🏼

[@mzzmshh]

@@aemackintosh Thank you

[@davidjackson3661]

What happens to the sand when you roll ... it sticks to the roller and then go's on to the brick lol

[@aemackintosh]

If you roll diagonally across the gaps, using plenty of sealant, the sand should stay put.👍🏼

[@rickkozarits8930]

Another good video Ash 👍. A little tip ,using a Gloria sprayer on the first coat will eliminate pulling out the sand then apply the second coat with a roller .

[@aemackintosh]

Rick Kozarits Yeah. I think it’s important to saturate the surface with the first coat. I would like to try one of those Gloria sprayers.😃👍🏼

[@rickkozarits8930]

A.E.Mackintosh Cleaning Services they’re not cheap, but are quality sprayers made for this type of job

[@aemackintosh]

I’ve heard they are good.😃👍🏼

[@ArthurDayne_SOTM]

@@rickkozarits8930 A.E.M.C.S DOESN'T DO CHEAP!! haha making my way through these vids, good stuff

[@rickkozarits8930]

Skinless Jerk ha ha ooh bitchy lol .yea they’re good videos .

[@spat4115]

How many Litres of Resiblock did you use on this job?

[@aemackintosh]

A bit less than 20litres. You always want to make sure you have plenty to complete the job.😃👍🏼

[@spat4115]

@@aemackintosh If i were to quote £700-£800 for a full clean, sand and seal, would i be aming too high? Have taken your advice on the tape measure btw.

[@aemackintosh]

I guess you are in the right ball park. I usually give the customer a separate price for the sealant application. I don’t find that part of the job as profitable as the actual cleaning, but if they really want sealant then sometimes it helps to clinch the deal.👍🏼

[@spat4115]

@@aemackintosh So tought to get peeps to mention prices but thanks. Finding your vids really usseful.

[@aemackintosh]

The price can depend on a few things, including where you live in the country and how you want to structure your business. But I’m glad you find the channel useful.😃👍🏼

[@scott4789]

Resiblock sealers are so expensive, how much do you charge for sealing a driveway? And how much do you get out of a tin?!

[@paulenterpriseantics1103]

hey, what is the machine called?

[@aemackintosh]

The pressure washer I use is an Evolution machine with a Honda engine and a Dual Pumps pump.😃👍🏼

[@MrSmid888]

Must be treacherous in the winter as it’ll hold moisture on the surface and be lethal with ice. I’m about to colour seal my paving but il be replacing the sand afterwards. Helps with drainage. You’ll get puddles without a sloping drive. ✌🏻 Just my opinion on sealing block paving drives.

[@aemackintosh]

Mr Smith This one was quite flat, but I usually find they dry out quite quickly because the water isn’t soaking into the blocks any more. There was good drainage here.😃👍🏼

[@MrSmid888]

A.E.Mackintosh Cleaning Services In my opinion in winter water will sit with zero ambient temperature and most likely freeze. Personal preference to seal completely . I’d rather be able to easily lift the blocks if needed, and future cleaning could be more messy with sticky chunks of kiln dried. But I’m only guessing. All the best.

[@aemackintosh]

Mr Smith Thanks.😃👍🏼

[@jont60]

A litre per M2 is very expensive I was looking at Thompson's patio sealant which does 6 to 8 M2 per litre

[@Daffodil956]

Awsome.Thankyou

[@aemackintosh]

kumi 😃👍🏼

[@karlcarrington9548]

Great video! When finishing the dry resend can you apply sealant straight away to sand or do you need to mist the sand with water for it to bind? And how do you price for sealant ? I don’t think you’ve done a video for that

[@aemackintosh]

Just apply the sealant when the paving is dry. I measure the area and charge per square meter, taking into account the cost for the sealant you need for the area.😃👍🏼

[@karlcarrington9548]

@@aemackintosh thankyou !

[@sslator8458]

@@aemackintosh When you say you charge per square meter as well as taking in the cost of the sealant how much do you charge per square meter or roughly? Would it be the same as just pressure washing? Thanks

[@daviddeacon2537]

How long does it take for the gloss one to fade normally

[@aemackintosh]

David Deacon It is meant to last for up to 5 years. I would say it depends on the situation of the driveway, but between 3-5years would be reasonable.😃👍🏼

[@hawkr1422]

Shouldn't you spray 1st coat because you don't want any sand on the roller? Then roll next coat.

[@aemackintosh]

mike Resiblock recommend applying with a roller to fully saturate the surface. This makes for a better seal.😃👍🏼

[@jakemarsh3763]

Resiblock is so expensive. How many clients are willing to pay that much for materials and labour?

[@aemackintosh]

If you register as an approved contractor with Resiblock you will get a third off the price.👍🏼

[@Peopleater1987]

U wanna give smart seal a try mate does the job and it’s lodes cheeper 💥💥 lbc exterior cleaning do a good review onit bud

[@Anthony-pf7xo]

Pro seal is best we use it daily

[@rahenarazak5626]

​@@Anthony-pf7xo hi I can't can't anything by that name. Is it called pro kleen?

[@thomascarter2488]

How much did u chatge

[@masumali3396]

What area do you cover? Do you cover Bedfordshire?

[@aemackintosh]

I usually work quite locally in the Northampton area. But I could stretch to Bedfordshire. It depends where it is exactly and what the job is? If you are able to email me any pics to [e-mail] 😃👍🏼

[@jpbroadwater]

It would cost a great deal to cover Bedfordshire in Resiblock.

[@ml6cut463]

Either company’s send u tools to review or you must spend ALOT on every tool n gadget on the market😂👍

[@aemackintosh]

alistair sneddon No freebies on this one I’m afraid.😃👍🏼

[@patrickcrowley821]

Can I get away with just cleaning and kiln resanding?

[@aemackintosh]

Yeah, you don’t have to do the sealant, it’s an added extra.😜👍🏼

[@jetwashben]

👍

[@majorsurfacecleaner8081]

Terrible, that resin' has to be a two coat application, it covers 3 square metres per litre first coat and six for the second, you don't put enough sealant on in the video, .. It's easy to look like you know what your doing when your to the folk that don't have any idea. 🤔

[@SniperkingGaming-us6rv]

It won’t protect the driveway from movement, that’s completely incorrect.

[@JOSHUAloves1]

not properly prepping the joints for the sand is a complete failure. It's an inch to an inch and a half cleaning out the joints properly before you resent not just knocking the surface off. This is not going to last and it's not done properly.

[@alanporter5056]

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[@aemackintosh]

alan porter 😃👍🏼

[@chapderek]

🇨🇮

[@aemackintosh]

😃👍🏼

[@aileenbachiller8566]

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[@zinniazinnia2145]

This looks too easy and sure it is beset with problems. Too many things can go wrong. these bricks are robust and best without sealant in the long term. Kiln dried sand does the job without the glossy gunk.

[@SniperkingGaming-us6rv]

Faya00001 pebble completely false , all drives are better sealed especially long term , kiln dried sand doesn’t do anything on its own apart from promote weed growth.

[@hungvo4008]

Sprayer is better, this guy a beginner lol

[@aemackintosh]

Spraying does not give a thorough coverage and does not create a proper seal that will last. Resiblock recommend 2 coats using a roller in order to fully saturate the surface and give the best protection.

[@paulslann3755]

I was once a registered contractor for resiblock . Lucrative contracts .ie stadiums where contractors should have had the opportunity to quote where not given the opportunity. Tread carefully.

[@aemackintosh]

Thanks. I work mostly with local domestic customers, so it helps reassure them that I carry out this service in a professional way.😃👍🏼