Choose a paving finish by the appearance you want and the product’s approval for the surface. Matt, Wet Look and gloss descriptions do not by themselves establish durability, grip or compatibility.
Matt appearance
A matt option is a choice where a subtler appearance is wanted. It does not guarantee zero colour change. Test the chosen product on a small prepared area and assess it as directed before coating the full paving.
Wet Look and gloss
Wet Look is the colour-enhancing finish presented first on the Extreme Seal Block Paving Sealer page, with Matt as an alternative. A wet-look description does not guarantee a high-gloss result on every surface. Choose the actual listed option rather than adding more coats to chase shine.
Check the paving and old treatment
Identify block paving, imprinted concrete or natural stone and any previous coating. Use block-paving sealers, imprinted-concrete sealers or natural-stone and sandstone sealers according to the confirmed material. Finish wording is not approval to interchange products.
Grip and use
Assess slopes, pedestrian use, vehicles and contamination. Follow the exact anti-slip additive instructions where appropriate and obtain relevant test evidence for a formal slip requirement. Neither matt nor gloss guarantees safe grip on wet contamination or ice.
Changing finish later
Confirm compatibility, preparation and recoating requirements for the particular old and new products. Do not assume a wet-look finish can be applied over any matt sealer, or vice versa. Identify the old coating before choosing the system.
Maintenance and quantity
Inspect wear and follow product-specific maintenance rather than a universal resealing interval or claim that one finish always lasts longest. Use the required coat count and approved coverage. For Extreme Block Paving Sealer, the approved rate is 6–8 m² per litre per coat, equivalent to 30–40 m² per 5 litres per coat.
