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3 Things To Do Before Starting Your Nitro-X Project

Nitro-X, like its counterpart Gator Nitro, is ideal to use if you’re looking to achieve top-to-bottom strength within a paver, stone or tile joint. Both products can be installed rain or shine and also offer the added benefit of permeability (although the regular Gator Nitro is more permeable than Nitro-X). If you’ve decided Nitro-X is a good fit for your project, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’ll outline the three things you must do before getting the installation started.

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Solvent-based vs. Water-based Sealers

Knowing a few simple facts about solvent-based vs. water-based sealers can make all the difference when it comes to choosing the right sealer for the job. In this post, we’ll cover what you need to know about these two sealer varieties and the considerations you should take prior to applying them.

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Important Things To Discuss With Your Sealing Clients

The first step in every sealing job is understanding your client’s needs and wants. It’s then your responsibility to choose the best products for the project. If the client’s expectations are unattainable, it’s your job to give them the reasons why and suggest other viable solutions. In this post, we’ll highlight the most important topics to discuss with your client prior to kicking off a paver sealing project.

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Paver Edge Restraint: Xtreme Edge Vs. Concrete

ASTM C144 / C33 sand. Aqua Rock. Joint stabilizing sealers. Polymeric sand. Gator Nitro. Ok, let’s face it … there are a lot of joint material options out there and each one offers a unique set of potential benefits for a hardscape project. In this post, we’re going to outline the factors you should consider when trying to decide which product to use on a job.

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How To Remove Organic Stains From Pavers

Think about the different cleaners you have stored underneath the kitchen sink to handle all the messes that life throws at you. When it comes to messes on your paver or natural stone patio, the same logic applies because there’s really no such thing as a one-size-fits-all cleaner. In this blog post, we’re focusing on organic stains and our recommended solutions for getting rid of them.

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The Most Overlooked Aspect Of A Hardscape Installation

In this post, we’re going to highlight an accessory that receives little attention yet is critical to the success of every hardscape project: EDGING. Learn the importance of using the proper edge restraint, different options for edging, and how your base material will ultimately dictate which of these products to use.

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