When the Wrong Sealer is Applied-A NIGHTMARE

by | Feb 20, 2013

Is that snow?  Is that frost?  No, that’s a topical sealer unknowing homeowners put down on their stamped concrete.  It might be lacquer, it might be water-based acrylic, but whatever it is, it’s a NIGHTMARE.  If we at Appleby can give homeowners one piece...

Should I use an enhancing sealer?

by | Jul 20, 2012

The picture above is a good representation of the effect of an enhancing sealer on slate.  Obviously, this sealer–in this case Miracle 511 Seal and Enhance–is in the process of being freshly applied, so the sheen you see will fade as the sealer dries. ...

How can I make my Wood Deck look better?

by | Jun 21, 2012

Wood decking can make a backyard or front entry area more functional, comfortable and aesthetic.  But after a few years, your new deck may start to look worn and faded.  Here’s an example of a wood deck we renovated in Pinole, CA.  The home was a Hacienda style...