Cleaning and sealing a concrete floor, such as a driveway or patio, is a great way to improve the appearance and increase durability. The process can be done in a few hours.
If you haven't applied a concrete sealer to your concrete yet, you need to do so as soon as possible. This website has many tips and tricks for making sure your concrete slabs are ready for concrete sealer. If you follow all these steps, you'll get the most out of your investment in concrete sealer.
There are two main types of concrete sealers. The first type is called a “penetrating sealer” and it contains tiny particles of sealant that will penetrate into the concrete and chemically bond to the materials within the concrete. However, if the concrete has not been properly sealed (which is very common) the surface pores are likely clogged up with debris and various pieces of dirt that will block the sealer’s particles from bonding to the concrete. This results in a concrete surface that is completely unprotected and very susceptible to further damage caused by moisture, salt spray and various other elements over time.
Our concrete sealing contractors in Halifax know that the best way to protect your concrete from the destructive effects of the elements is to apply a penetrating sealer to the surface, followed by a topcoat of concrete sealer. This combination will help prevent stains, cracks, and deterioration.
After we understand your needs, our experts will evaluate your concrete structure and make recommendations that fit within your budget. Our process consists of three main phases, which include the following.
The first step in cleaning concrete is deep cleaning. Our experts use the very best cleaning equipment to remove dirt and grime, and open up the pores of your concrete, which then allows the sealer to go deeply into the slab.
A dirty surface is like a car with worn out tires. If the tires are worn out, then they won’t hold a proper grip on the road which can lead to all kinds of problems, from losing control of your car to ending up in a fiery wreck. So, just like a car needs new tires, so does your concrete floor need a good cleaning before applying a surface sealer. If the concrete is dirty and hasn’t been cleaned, then the concrete sealer will not bond to the surface of the concrete. It will instead bond to that dirt, if it bonds at all, leaving the concrete vulnerable to all kinds of potential problems.
After the surface is cleaned and dried, we will apply the sealer, to ensure a long lasting finish. Our penetrating product will flood the surface to ensure a full coverage.
The final step is to clean up the concrete and allow it to cure for about 6 hours. This allows the concrete to harden and become resistant to scratches, oils and other contaminants. At this point, you can enjoy using your newly cleaned surface.
With Epoxy Halifax EpicFlooring, you will get the following:
Again, concrete is a material that has low tensile strength and can easily get damaged by water. With our
concrete sealing services in Halifax, we can prevent that and prevent cracks from happening in your walkways, driveways, or patios. Our sealing services are also good for commercial and industrial areas – they provide 100% protection. Contact us now to get a proper quote! (902) 903-6563
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Epoxy Halifax EpicFlooring
39 Westridge Dr, Halifax, NS, Canada