I'd like to revive this topic for I have a few questions with respect to pavers. I have been told by a few people and the pool contractor sealed pavers have a higher degree of maintance, why is this? Our pavers have been in for a week and there is still sand on top and in the joints, I have sweeped and hosed them off a number of times. How long before most of the sand settles in and there is no more grit feeling and do I continue to sweep and hose off? How is everyone cleaning off their sealed or unsealed pavers? Recommedations for top of the line sealer? Thanks for your help and happy swimming.