Articles
Commercial Concrete Floor Sealers
Commercial concrete floor sealants, also known as concrete floor finishers, are resin-based, water emulsion sealing compounds applied on concrete floors to protect them from corrosion and other harmful elements. Commercial concrete floor sealants are most commonly used to seal the floors of commercial areas like offices, factories, and stores. The main purpose of concrete floor sealants is to deliver an economic, long lasting, and serviceable finish to commercial concrete floors. Commercial concrete floor sealants shield the floors against dust and moisture damage and additionally, they protect floors from the harmful effects of weak acids, salts and stains.
Sealers comprising epoxies, linseed oil and various urethane based materials are used for commercial concrete floors while commercial concrete floor sealants containing siloxane water repellent help to avoid the premature deterioration of floors. Likewise, for a chemical resistant surface, penetrating concrete sealants are the ideal option. Sealing the commercial concrete floor not only protects it from everyday wear but also enhances the color of acid stained floors. Usually, concrete floor sealants are easy to apply and quick-drying. A brush, roller or commercial spray equipment can be used for applying the sealant. A recommended first step in the application of concrete floor sealants is to clean the floor with some cleaning solution.
A commercial concrete floor sealant can also be used on old floors, which are affected by white stains and adhesion problems. Concrete floor sealers are also suitable for sealing concrete floors in mall areas. In the case of steel-trowel led commercial concrete floors, concrete sealers with silicates and surface active agents can be applied. Some of the recent additions on the commercial concrete floor sealer market are sealers colored with quality pigments, sealers with waterproofing coating, and fiber-reinforced concrete sealers with great adherence and mechanical features.