{"product_id":"techniseal-paver-prep-efflorescence-cleaner-pre-seal","title":"Techniseal Paver Prep Efflorescence Cleaner and Pre-Seal Cleaner","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #2d2d2d; line-height: 1.65; max-width: 900px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7; border-left: 6px solid #97CA3D; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px 24px; margin-bottom: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 26px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eDissolves Efflorescence Without Muriatic Acid, So It Cleans Deep Without Bleaching The Paver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0;\"\u003ePaver Prep is formulated to dissolve efflorescence, the whitish salt bloom that migrates to the surface of concrete, and to remove ground in dirt and traffic marks from pavers, slabs, and retaining walls. It contains no hydrochloric acid, which is the ingredient in muriatic based cleaners that etches and lightens concrete. It works deep, cleans evenly, brightens the color, and lets a sealer penetrate properly afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; table-layout: fixed; display: table; border-collapse: collapse; white-space: normal; margin-bottom: 22px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 13px; width: 50%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eNo Muriatic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContains no hydrochloric acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 13px; width: 50%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eDissolves Efflorescence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whitish salt bloom on concrete\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 13px; width: 50%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eCleans Evenly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo blotching, no discoloring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 13px; width: 50%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eBetter Sealer Penetration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtends the life of the seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWhy Contractors Ask for Paver Prep by Name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThe old way to clean efflorescence off concrete was muriatic acid, and the old result was a clean patch that was noticeably lighter than everything around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; padding-left: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo hydrochloric acid.\u003c\/strong\u003e Techniseal is explicit that Paver Prep contains none, and that this is why it works deep without discoloring or damaging the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt cleans evenly.\u003c\/strong\u003e That is the practical difference from an acid wash, which tends to clean hardest wherever it pooled and leave a patchy result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt dissolves efflorescence rather than scrubbing at it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Efflorescence is mineral salt coming through the concrete, and it needs chemistry rather than effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt removes ground in dirt and traffic marks\u003c\/strong\u003e in the same pass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt brightens the paver color\u003c\/strong\u003e without damaging the material, which on an older patio is often most of what the customer wanted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt improves sealer penetration,\u003c\/strong\u003e which Techniseal states extends the durability of the sealing job. A sealer over contamination fails early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated for retaining walls\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as pavers and slabs, so vertical concrete is in scope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003ePaver Prep Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; table-layout: fixed; display: table; border-collapse: collapse; white-space: normal; margin: 12px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eEfflorescence cleaner and pre seal preparator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eContainer Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e1 gallon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eAcid Content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eNo hydrochloric, or muriatic, acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eRemoves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eEfflorescence, ground in dirt, traffic marks, staining contaminants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eEffect On Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eBrightens without damaging or discoloring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eSecondary Benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eImproves sealer penetration and durability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eApproved Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eConcrete pavers, concrete slabs, interlocking pavers, concrete retaining walls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eTechniseal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eHow far a gallon goes depends on how heavy the efflorescence is and how porous the concrete is. An older wall with years of bloom will take considerably more than a lightly affected new patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWhere Paver Prep Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eUse it wherever the white bloom has appeared, and before any sealer goes down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; padding-left: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eEfflorescence on concrete paver patios and driveways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eConcrete retaining walls with salt bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003ePre seal preparation on concrete pavers and slabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eOlder patios dulled by ground in dirt and traffic marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eInterlocking paver walkways and entries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eAny job where a customer has complained about white haze on the concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7; border: 2px solid #97CA3D; border-radius: 6px; padding: 14px 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWhere Paver Prep Should NOT Be Used (Straight From the Manufacturer)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechniseal lists concrete pavers, slabs, interlocking pavers, and retaining walls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the technical data sheet before using it on natural stone or clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is a cleaner, not a sealer. Follow with the appropriate Techniseal sealer once the surface is fully dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDeal with the source of persistent efflorescence where you can. Continuous moisture migration will keep bringing salts to the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAlways test in a small discrete area first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eRead the technical data sheet and safety data sheet for dilution, dwell time, and protective equipment before you start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNot sure if your project qualifies? Call or text us at \u003cstrong\u003e(856) 418-4895\u003c\/strong\u003e before you order. We will give you a straight answer, even if the answer is that this is not the right product for your job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eHow to Use Paver Prep\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eFollow the official Techniseal instructions, linked below. This is the shape of the job:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"font-size: 15px; padding-left: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eSweep the surface clear of loose debris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eTest in a small discrete area to confirm the result on your material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eApply per the technical data sheet, observing the dilution and dwell time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eAgitate where the efflorescence or dirt is heaviest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eRinse thoroughly. Residue left behind gets sealed in later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eLet the surface dry completely before applying any sealer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eEfflorescence often reappears once if the concrete is still curing or still passing moisture. A second treatment some weeks later is normal on newer work, not a sign the product failed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eQuick Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eDoes it contain muriatic acid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Techniseal states it contains no hydrochloric, or muriatic, acid, which is why it does not discolor or damage the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eHow is it different from HD Paver Prep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHD Paver Prep is the high duty version for heavier contamination. Paver Prep is the standard strength product for routine efflorescence and pre seal cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWill it lighten my pavers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt brightens the existing color by removing what is dulling it. It does not bleach the concrete the way an acid wash can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eCan I use it on a retaining wall?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Techniseal lists pavers, slabs, and retaining walls made of concrete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eHow long before I can seal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUntil the surface is completely dry. Sealing over trapped moisture causes blushing and whitening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWhy does efflorescence keep coming back?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause moisture is still moving through the concrete and carrying salts to the surface. Address the moisture source and it will stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eOfficial Techniseal Documentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 12px 14px; margin: 10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003ePaver Prep Product Page\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #555;\"\u003eManufacturer page with full specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/techniseal.com\/pro_en_us\/all\/paver-prep-efflo-cleaner-212-013\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: #4A7F20; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eView on techniseal.com →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #777;\"\u003eDocuments are published by Techniseal. For the most current versions, visit techniseal.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; padding-left: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniseal HD Paver Prep\u003c\/strong\u003e when the contamination is heavier than standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniseal NS, JS or CB+ sealer\u003c\/strong\u003e once the surface is clean and dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniseal WR7\u003c\/strong\u003e to waterproof masonry against the salt that causes efflorescence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #121212; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder before our daily cutoff and your Paver Prep ships today from New Jersey.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/polymericsandstore.com\/pages\/contact\" style=\"color: #A5D96B; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAsk Us How Much You Need →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: center; color: #555;\"\u003eQuestions about your project? Call or text \u003cstrong\u003e(856) 418-4895\u003c\/strong\u003e and you will get a real person who works with paver cleaners every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Techniseal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56170649878820,"sku":"TECH-PAVERPREP-GAL","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0868\/5161\/7060\/files\/tsl-paverprep-1gal-w.jpg?v=1787947931","url":"https:\/\/polymericsandstore.com\/products\/techniseal-paver-prep-efflorescence-cleaner-pre-seal","provider":"Polymeric Sand Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}