Silane Siloxane water repellent sealers are the best type of sealer to use on brick chimneys. They are breathable, chemically reactive water repellent sealers that reduce water absorption on the surface. By reducing the absorption of water, deterioration caused by water absorption is also reduced. Brick chimneys sealed with a water repellent sealer are more…
Read moreBreathable concrete sealers allow the concrete to “breathe”, even after being sealed. So what does this mean? This means that the sealer allows for moisture vapors to pass through the concrete. The sealer may slow down the movement of moisture, but it won’t stop the movement of moisture or trap it below the surface. Breathable…
Read moreMatte is defined as dull, flat, and without shine, but what exactly is a matte sealer? Is it a penetrating sealer or a no-gloss coating? Well, it can be both. Matte Penetrating Sealers Penetrating sealers are classified as matte sealers because they won’t change the look or color of the concrete. The concrete will look…
Read moreThere are several factors that contribute to how long a sealer will last, but for the most part, each type of sealer has a very specific max life expectancy. Silicate Sealers Silane Siloxane Sealers Siliconate Sealers Acrylic Sealers Forever 5-10 Years 5-10 Years 1-4 Years Not all sealers within each category are the same and…
Read moreSealing your garage floor has many benefits, especially when you choose the right sealer. The three most common types of garage floor sealers are silicate concrete sealers, silane siloxane concrete sealers, and acrylic sealers. Epoxy and urethane coatings are alternatives to sealers, and are discussed below. To purchase garage floor sealers and coatings, visit FoundationArmor.com….
Read moreConcrete driveway sealers are an affordable solution to maintaining the structural integrity of your concrete, and protecting it against deterioration caused by surface abrasion and water absorption. The best driveway sealer for your concrete driveway will depend on the current condition of your concrete driveway and your reason for sealing. Ready to buy? Visit FoundationArmor.com…
Read moreAcrylic concrete sealers are concrete sealers that bond to the surface of the concrete, and enhance it with a wet look, low gloss, or high gloss finish. The visible film left on the surface is designed to enhance and protect interior and exterior concrete, stamped concrete, aggregate concrete, brick and paver surfaces. While all acrylic…
Read moreSilicate concrete sealers are better known as concrete densifiers. They penetrate into the surface of the concrete where they chemically react to form a permanent calcium silicate hydrate (CSH) barrier within the pores. As the CSH forms within the pores, the density of the concrete increases and the size of the pores decrease. There are…
Read moreSilane Siloxane sealers are the most popular type of penetrating concrete sealer for sealing interior and exterior concrete surfaces. They penetrate into the concrete where they chemically react in the pores to form a water repellent barrier that can’t be seen from the surface. Concrete sealed with a Silane Siloxane sealer will maintain a natural, unsealed…
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