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CONCRETE SEALING PROCESS
OUR PROCESS FOR CONCRETE SEALING & RESEALING For Rochester, NY Weather
Whether you have stamped concrete, decorative concrete, or textured concrete, sealing it is the best way to prevent it from deterioration and keep it looking tip-top for years to come. Sealing your concrete provides a barrier that protects it against such as standing water, chemicals, UV rays that can fade colored concrete, freeze-thaw cycles experienced in our Rochester, NY, area, and normal wear-and-tear.
Preparing the Concrete Surface for Sealing
1. Concrete Surface Prep
• Concrete that was Newly Resurfaced by CONCRETE DOC+
For new broom finished, or hand-trowelled concrete that is newly resurfaced by CONCRETE DOC+, there's no need to prepare it for sealing. After the concrete has cured, then we'll seal it using a water-based sealant. There is also no preparation needed for concrete that has been resurfaced with a decorative finish (such as exposed aggregate). An acrylic sealer will then be applied to protect it.
If your patio or outdoor living space has been resurfaced with stamped concrete, it will need to be power washed to remove the release chemical that been applied in order to more easily lift the stamp off of wet concrete.
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*Note: Accent colors or 'antiquing' is applied before a concrete sealer. CONCRETE DOC+ can help you select an accent color that coordinates with your existing concrete base color.
• Existing Concrete that is Unsealed
If your concrete was installed by a company other than CONCRETE DOC+ but was never sealed, then all dirt, dust, stains, grease, and oil will need to be removed with our professional power washing system. If needed, we may need to use a wet abrasive sandblasting alternative by Upstate Eco-Blasting, a division of Gruttadaurio Masonry.
• Previously Sealed Concrete
For concrete that has sealer but it has worn off or is failing in some way, it will need to be removed using an environmentally-friendly wet abrasive system by Upstate Eco-Blasting. This safe, sandblasting alternative will strip the old sealer away and etch the concrete surface so that the new sealer will adhere properly. After the concrete is completely dry, an acrylic sealer will be applied.
Concrete Sealer Application
2. Apply the Concrete Sealer
Once the surface of your concrete is completely dry, CONCRETE DOC+ will apply two coats of sealer for optimal protection. A thin layer of sealer will be applied first using a roller or sprayer. After the first layer is dry, a second coat of sealer will be applied in the opposite direction of the first coat. This is the best way to protect your investment.
Concrete Sealer Curing and Maintenance
3. Time to Cure
The sealer will need to fully dry and cure before walking or driving on it. The longer the sealant is allowed to cure, the stronger and more durable it will be. It's generally recommended to wait up to three days before allowing foot traffic. We also recommend that you call CONCRETE DOC+ every two to three years to have your concrete resealed to keep it protected and maintain its aesthetics.