Author: Penetrating Sealers

Brick Chimney Sealers

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…

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Best Matte Concrete Sealer

Matte 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…

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Long Lasting Concrete Sealer

There 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…

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Garage Floor Sealer

Sealing 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….

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Concrete Driveway Sealer

Concrete 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…

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Acrylic Concrete Sealers

Acrylic 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…

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Silicate Concrete Sealers

Silicate 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…

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