Despite the differences in film formation, novel technology in polymers for water-based sealers gives an improved balance of properties that is commercially acceptable for today’s concrete sealers. The new type of polymer is compared to conventional concrete sealers for key performance properties.
The introduction of new substrate wetting additives improves the spreading capacity of emulsion paints. Also the effectiveness in filling the crevices/pores of concrete substrates is highlighted by the results of accelerated efflorescence or alkali block testing.
Parking garages have to withstand a lot of wear and tear, particularly the floors, which bear the weight of the many cars going in and out day after day. In addition, the floors often are exposed to chemicals and temperature fluctuations.
Polyaspartics offer specifiers, contractors and facility owners adjustable cure times for faster return to service, thick, high-build finishes, ultralow VOCs and low-odor systems that are not greatly impacted by ambient temperature.
The renovation of an 86-year-old historical building in Pittsburgh took special care in preserving the building’s interior features. The restoration process included a cementitious overlay to repair the existing concrete, an epoxy primer and a two-component waterborne polyurethane topcoat based on high-performance resins to protect long-term against wear and stains.
Specially synthesized for polished concrete floors, MOR-SHINE® CSG surface guard uses custom polymers designed to react with inorganic materials in the coating, which work in concert to deliver shine and protection.
