How Do You Acid Wash Brick Pavers?
When brick pavers loose their original beauty and dirt becomes embedded within the surface, it is necessary to acid wash the pavers. You need to select the appropriate materials, know how to mix them in the right proportions and how to use them in a safe and efficient manner. The acid wash will restore your pavers to their original form of beauty when they were first constructed. Select the appropriate amount of muriatic acid. Usually 1 gallon of muriatic acid to 5 gallons of water will clean 200 sq ft. However, if the pavers are a little more dirty than normal, then you may want to increase the potency of the acid. Maybe 1 gallon of acid to 3 gallons of water. Purchase a good acid brush and brush handle. You will usually find the brush and brush handle at the same store that you found the acid. Make sure the brush is a good stiff brush with short bristles. If the pavers that you are cleaning have a deep, pitted surface, then you may want to go with a longer bristled brush. Again, surf
