sealing indian sandstone question

[owensblues]

Hi im looking at sealing my new patio..
could anyone recomend a good sealer..and also would it have the look of being wet after the sealer has dryed..?

hope this makes sence..

kind regards john

 

[r896neo]

cheaper water based sealer will often give it that wet look. They also need re-applied frequently.

A good quality impregnator sealer will not leave the stone looking shiney but will set you back a fair few bob.

Dry treat or Lithofin stain-stop are both high quality products. Probably need to wait till summer to apply though as its needs to be warm and dry

 

[hotrod]

Why on earth would you want to seal a natural stone that has been laid externally?

 

[r896neo]

Because you have spent probably thousands on a quality stone patio and if you spill red wine, black coffee or oil/fat on it it could stain it badly to the point of having to replace affected flags. It will also make it much easier to keep clean.