How do I clean garden tools that stained my Vancouver pavers?

Rust and chemical stains from garden tools on pavers are best removed with a targeted cleaner matched to the stain type — rust stains respond well to oxalic acid-based cleaners, while oil or grease from tool lubricants needs a degreaser.

That said, cleaning pavers falls outside the core scope of what we cover here at Vancouver Interlock. We focus on interlock and hardscape installation, repair, drainage, base preparation, and maintenance specific to paver systems — things like polymeric sand, sealing, relevelling, and moss control.

For garden tool care, general stain removal, or broader home maintenance questions, the Vancouver Construction Network connects homeowners with a wide range of local trade professionals who can point you in the right direction — visit vancouverconstructionnetwork.com for more.

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Where we can help: If those stains have you taking a closer look at your pavers and you're noticing cracking, shifting, moss growth, joint sand erosion, or drainage issues, that's exactly what we're here for. Metro Vancouver's wet climate is hard on paver installations, and spring is a great time to assess whether your interlock needs cleaning, resealing, or joint sand replenishment.

If you have questions about paver maintenance, repair, or a new hardscape project, feel free to ask — or get matched with a local interlock professional through Vancouver Interlock for a free estimate.