{"id":46,"date":"2018-09-27T08:35:15","date_gmt":"2018-09-27T02:35:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/?page_id=46"},"modified":"2023-02-19T10:31:15","modified_gmt":"2023-02-19T04:31:15","slug":"driveway-sealer-spray-vs-brush","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/driveway-sealer-spray-vs-brush\/","title":{"rendered":"In-Depth Comparison: Driveway Sealer Spray VS Brush"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Being a pavement contractor for many years, my clients have asked me this question several times\u2026What is better to use for sealing, brush, or sprayer?<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-641 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Driveway-Sealer-Spray-VS-Brush.jpg?resize=650%2C470&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Driveway Sealer Spray VS Brush\" width=\"650\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Driveway-Sealer-Spray-VS-Brush.jpg?w=650&amp;ssl=1 650w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Driveway-Sealer-Spray-VS-Brush.jpg?resize=300%2C217&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Driveway-Sealer-Spray-VS-Brush.jpg?resize=324%2C235&amp;ssl=1 324w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Driveway-Sealer-Spray-VS-Brush.jpg?resize=581%2C420&amp;ssl=1 581w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The manner in which you apply your sealer has a great effect on the final outcome. Therefore, before you make the final decision on which technique to use, you need to look at various things. For instance, how big is the area of application, or how beautiful do you want the surface to look?<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><ul><li><\/li><li><\/li><li><\/li><li><\/li><li><\/li><li><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Driveway_Sealer_Spray_VS_Brush\">Driveway Sealer Spray VS Brush<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1034683499358861\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<h3><span id=\"Features\">Features<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<h3><span id=\"Spray\">Spray<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<h3><span id=\"Brush\">Brush<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Even Coat:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>No Streaks:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Time Sensitive:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Recommended By 508 Sealcoating:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span id=\"Spraying_technique\">Spraying technique<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is one of the easiest and most preferred methods, <a href=\"https:\/\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">especially for sealing driveways<\/a> and large areas. Spraying enables the contractor or DIYer to take little sealing the pavement. As a result, you end up saving a lot of time and proceed with other activities. Also, spraying puts more sealer on your driveway, thus giving you an even seal, and it cures faster. Apart from that, it leaves the driveway looking beautiful because of the even finish.<\/p>\n<p>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/asphalt-vs-concrete-driveway-which-is-better\/\" target=\"_blank\">Concrete Driveway VS asphalt<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Brush_technique\">Brush technique<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The brush technique is a popular method for people sealing only a small area. It is a manual technique, and the brush manipulator is in charge of ensuring an even coating of the surface. Since the user relies on his technique to create an even surface, the sealed surface may be uneven. Also, attaining a smooth surface may be a challenge as the squeegee may leave some marks on the sealed area. Another challenge is that a lot of time is wasted as one has to move slowly around applying the seal and ensuring it is even.<br \/>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1034683499358861\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: block;\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-layout-key=\"-h6-29+34-1+4e\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1034683499358861\" data-ad-slot=\"3822684576\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Comparison_of_Spray_VS_Brush_methods\">Comparison of Spray VS Brush methods<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When we compare the two, it is clear that the spray technique has an advantage over the brush technique. This is because it is very easy and quick to use, which allows one to save time and perform other activities. Also, the sprayer method is great for covering a huge area, while the brush technique is suitable for a small area. This is because there is no seal that will be wasted in a small area.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, using a sprayer provides you with a uniform surface, while using a brush provides an uneven surface and leaves marks behind.<\/p>\n<p>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/bestdrivewaysealers.org\/silane-vs-siloxane-sealers\/\" target=\"_blank\">Silane VS Siloxane Sealers<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Which_is_better_Driveway_Sealer_Spray_Or_Brush\">Which is better? Driveway Sealer Spray Or Brush?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, if you\u2019re looking for the best technique for covering the entire driveway, then you\u2019re better off using a sprayer. But if you have a small area on the driveway that needs to be coated, a squeegee will be just fine. For a beautiful and uniform surface, you should also use a sprayer as a brush that will provide you with an uneven driveway.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Being a pavement contractor for many years, my clients have asked me this question several times\u2026What is better to use for sealing, brush, or sprayer? The manner in which you apply your sealer has a great effect on the final outcome. 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