Author: Penetrating Sealers

How Long Do Sealers Last?

How long do sealers last? Well, this is an interesting question and one that doesn’t have a specific answer. Most concrete sealers have an estimated life, but there are several factors that go into determining the actual life of a concrete sealer. This article will go over the types of concrete sealers and how long…

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How To Stop Spalling Concrete

Concrete spalling happens when pieces of the concrete break away from a weak or vulnerable concrete surface. Prevent Concrete Spalling During the Concrete Pour If your concrete hasn’t been poured yet there are certain things that can be done to prevent concrete from spalling. The first thing is to make sure that the concrete is…

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How Deep Do Sealers Penetrate?

It is a common misconception that the sealer determines how deep it will penetrate into the surface of the concrete. While the type of sealer is one of the determining factors, it isn’t the only one. Type of Concrete Sealers: This doesn’t have anything to do with the brand of concrete sealer, it has to…

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Best Indoor Concrete Sealers

Most concrete sealers can be used to seal interior and exterior concrete, and they will perform equally as well on both applications. The environment in which you seal is very different when sealing inside however and factors such as odor become important. The two most common indoor concrete sealers are silicate concrete sealers and silane…

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Concrete Floor Sealer

The three best sealers to use on concrete floors are silicate sealers, water repellent sealers, and acrylic sealers. Silicate concrete floor sealers Water repellent concrete floor sealers Acrylic concrete floor sealers Silicate Concrete Floor Sealers Silicate concrete sealers are very common for use on commercial concrete floors because they are the most cost effective type…

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Best Concrete Sealer for Pavers

The best concrete sealers for pavers are Silane-Siloxane water repellent sealers and acrylic concrete sealers. Best Water Repellent Concrete Sealers Armor SX5000: DOT approved solvent based Silane-Siloxane water repellent sealer Armor SX5000 WB: DOT approved water based Silane-Siloxane water repellent sealer The most common type of concrete sealer for use on pavers is a Silane…

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