subject: Protection Offered By Concrete Sealing Bc Services [print this page] An excellent method to preserve the finished concrete floor or wall is to choose a concrete sealer. After the curing process is complete, it is advisable to seal the same to reduce the possibility of cracks or break down of the finished projects. The concrete sealer provides stability and strength to the structure while preventing any damaging elements to penetrate through the floor or wall. Additionally, these agents prevent water from being absorbed by the concrete, which can reduce its strength and increase the possibility of cracks being developed or shrinkage. Therefore, asking the contractor to use concrete sealing BC services after the installation of the concrete is recommended.
This agent acts like a finish that helps to protect the concrete and extend its useful life while increasing and preserving its functionality making it easier to maintain the project. Depending on where the sealing agent is applied, you can choose from the two options that are available to users. The two categories of concrete sealers include products that provide a protective layer on the surface or the other kinds that penetrate through the surface. The surface sealing agents are commonly used to reduce the damage caused due to exposure to heat, water, harmful chemicals, and salt. When you opt for these products, you are able to protect the structure from the common problems that affect such structures.
The surface sealing agents are commonly classified as dye adhesive that are mild when compared with other products. Such types of sealing agents are commonly used in the outdoors, such as concrete paving BC projects because of its resistance to the damage caused by the ultraviolet rays and escaping liquids. Using these products also enhances the features of the concrete projects by providing a brighter appearance to the surface. Generally, water based dye adhesive products are used inside the homes because these are completely safe and are almost odorless.
Another kind of sealing agent is the epoxy product that is commonly used for protection of decorative concrete BC indoor projects, such as flooring. These types of products also prevent moisture from escaping offering a smooth and bright finish because it can be easily mixed with the concrete. However, this type of product is more expensive when compared to other sealers available because it requires additional efforts for its preparation. The most expensive type of sealing agent is the urethane products that are widely used with industrial projects. These must be handled and applied only by trained and experienced personnel to ensure maximum benefits of this protective product is available to the users. However, such products must not be used for small areas because of their high costs.
The penetrating sealing products use silicon and penetrate through the concrete surface and reacts with free lime that cause the creation of calcium silicate. The main advantage of these products is the ability of the product to harden the concrete preventing the penetration of water within the structure. Such sealers are commonly used to seal cracks and corrosion in places where there are underground leaks.
