7 Best Driveway Sealers

When to Seal Your Driveway

Driveway sealer is a tar-like, rubberized liquid that helps concrete and asphalt surfaces last longer. It’s a great option for anyone who wants to keep a driveway well-maintained. Sealers not only help driveways look new again, they also protect them from weather and vehicle-induced damage.

There are several varieties of driveway sealer. The condition of your driveway and the material it’s made of determines which type you need.

Want help choosing the best sealer for your driveway? Here, we’ll discuss seven of the best driveway sealers around and why they’re so good. But first, here’s how to know whether or not sealing your driveway is the right move.

• Want a DIY-friendly way to extend the life of your concrete or asphalt driveway and keep it looking good? Then driveway sealer is probably for you.
• Seal your driveway every two to five years, preferably in mid-summer so the materials can expand with the heat. This allows your driveway to absorb the sealant better and dry faster.
• If you’re sealing an asphalt driveway, use a latex-based sealer. Avoid oil-based sealers because they will likely crack over time.
• Siloxane and acrylic sealants work well with concrete driveways. It’s best to avoid high-gloss, which could make the driveway surface slippery.
• Don’t bother sealing your driveway if it’s crumbling and full of holes. A do-over is probably needed. Sealing your driveway before it reaches this point will add a few years of life to it.