Good quality floor sealers last for at least a couple of years after which you will have to apply a new coating of sealer however just because you have a sealed concrete floor does not mean that cleaning is no longer necessary.
Sealed concrete floor no stain.
Acid based stain the color palette is more limited but the stain typically lasts longer than water based so it s the best solution for high traffic areas.
Ideal for use on use on previously coated uncoated vertical horizontal interior exterior surfaces such as.
Acid based stain and water based stain.
Despite its durable nature concrete floors still need further protection floor sealers protect concrete from exposure to moisture and thereby prolong its lifespan.
To seal concrete floors use an epoxy sealer if you want something durable that comes in a variety of colors.
It is also an excellent topcoat for paints and stains.
So there really isn t a benefit to not sealing your concrete unless for some reason you want it to have a duller color.
If your concrete is new you ll need to let it cure wait at least one month before applying sealer.
Although stain is permanent and won t flake off like paint it penetrates only the top layer of the concrete surface and will eventually wear away as the surface is worn by traffic or weather exposure.
The temperature also needs to stay above 50 f during application and drying time up to three days.
Before applying check the weather.
A water based acrylic concrete sealer works best.
For interior stained concrete floors.
For indoor concrete floors that won t be exposed to oil or grease use an acrylic sealer which is easy to apply.
The sealer should have 20 25 solids this will allow it to breath allow for easier application and give you the color enhancement most people desire.
There are two types of products you can use for staining concrete floors.
If you want to seal over concrete floors that already have a seal try a polyurethane sealer.
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We would still advise sealing the concrete but applying a matte wax instead of a glossy one to get the appearance that you desire the benefits especially for floors and exterior concrete in terms of protection and maintenance really can t be overstated.
It is formulated to seal protect and beautify concrete and masonry surfaces with a high gloss finish.
Here are the pros and cons of each.
Various concrete sealers are manufactured for easy application designed.
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It also won t fade peel or chip.
Sealing your concrete floor is relatively inexpensive when you do it yourself.