Stonework requires minimal maintenance and care in the long term. Regular cleaning with water and a mild detergent can keep the stones looking their best. Avoiding harmful practices, such as the use of chemicals or scraping will also improve the lifespan of your new landscape. Below are more specific care instructions.
DEICING
Calcium Chloride salts or sand should be used instead of traditional rock salts for your deicing purposes.
The reason for this is that rock salts will accumulate in the pores and gaps of your interlocking, resulting in stone erosion.
WASHING
Routine pressure washing of pavers is recommended, although intensity should be adjusted to no more than 2000 psi to avoid blasting out jointing sand and creating gaps.
Any weeds that appear over the life of your new driveway should be pulled immediately so they don't spread.
LONG-TERM CARE
Pressure washing, re-sanding, & sealing your interlocking stone approx. every 5 years will always keep it looking fresh.
Avoid sealing the stone for at least 1 year after installation. This may trap any efflorescence salts that may be inside the stone resulting in white patches.