Concrete Coating concepts

Description

is a combination of Modified Acrylic and Latex Resins blended with Specially formulated Portland cement We combine the strength of cements with the durability and bonding power of Latex as well as acrylics. A penetrating sealer is applied to provide superb durability, weather and UV resistance to ensure a long product life. HOW DOES THIS PRODUCT BOND TO CONCRETE? First, the surface is etched with muriatic acid and pressure washed to clean off Dirt, Grease, Mildew and open the concrete pores. Next, a very thin coat of the Bonding agent and self leveling mix is applied.. This will provide maximum absorption into the pores of the concrete. Patterns are laid out using reinforced tape or stencils when this is dry. A second coat is applied using a hopper gun in a random spray pattern. When this coat is dry, the tape is pulled, revealing the patterns, and 2-3 coats of solvent based sealer is applied using a roller. This sealer coat penetrates and softens the skim and spray coats and bonds all layers to the concrete. When dry, these two layers become a permanent part of the existing concrete, providing outstanding weather and stain resistant properties. HOW THICK IS IT APPLIED? Total thickness is approximately 1/8 - 3/32". We are more concerned about getting the acrylic to penetrate the concrete than building up the surface. Actually, the thinner it is, the better the flexural properties it has, this is very important to allow for expansion & contraction of concrete during freeze/thaw cycles. Skim coats can be applied up to 2" thick for holes and spalling (chipping, flaking). Larger and thicker areas are filled or rebuilt using high-density acrylic mortars. WILL MY CONCRETE STILL HEAVE IN THE WINTER? We cannot eliminate the heaving of concrete. However, after application, the surface will be denser, and a lot less porous. Large cracks that previously allowed a lot of water penetration can be reduced. Consequently, less water is retained and the effects of heaving caused by freeze cycles should be noticeably reduced over a period of time. IS IT AFFECTED BY COLD WEATHER? No. Because it is an acrylic, it remains flexible, yet extremely durable. Freeze/thaw cycles cause concrete to expand and contract. Because it is essentially part of the concrete surface, it moves with the concrete, as opposed to against it with products such as tile, slate, pavers, asphalt or concrete patches. HOW DOES IT STAND UP AGAINST OILS, STAINS, SALTS, AND DISCOLORATION? Because of the protective properties of the sealer coat, it is a non-porous finish. The majority of stains due to oil and grease wash off with mild detergent. Salt, deicers, fertilizers and such have no immediate effect on it. In addition, because of its unique UV (ultra violet) additive, it will not discolor due to exposure to sunlight. Even in the harshest of conditions. WILL IT WEAR OR CHIP OFF? Our Concrete Coating Systems should not show any abnormal wear provided the acrylic sealer is replenished as wear occurs. We estimate this to occur no sooner than every 3- 4 years under normal traffic conditions. As long as the sealer is in place, any wear should be absorbed by this protective coating.

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