Concrete

TSS PRODUCTS FOR CONCRETE

CONCRETE: We are all familiar with concrete. Contrary to popular belief, concrete and cement are not the same thing; cement is a component of concrete. We see concrete in driveways, sidewalks, patios, around swimming pools, on floors and countertops to name a few. As strong as concrete is, concrete can deteriorate, crack, chip, erode from water and from salt, stain, produce efflorescence and other surface issues caused by weathering over time. Concrete is very porous and is very susceptible to discoloration caused by black algae. TSSPro sealants can prevent or greatly reduce these issues.

Considerations for choosing a sealer: The following are all factors for selecting a sealer. The sealer descriptions below will mention which attributes they have to help in your selection; color enhancing/change, adding a wet look, minimizing cooking area stains, salt-water erosion resistance, efflorescence resistance, preventing oil (cooking/motor) stains, preventing discoloring mold/algae, preventing deterioration/flaking, adding slip resistance, VOC compliance, general stain resistance, general protection.

Coverage, Number of Coats: Concrete is porous and will absorb sealant; generally, two coats are recommended. Coverage will vary with the sealer selected and will be from 150 sq ft / gallon to 200 sq ft / gallon. The second coat will generally get greater coverage.

All of the sealers listed below can be used on new or old concrete.

  • TSS250–NEW-SteelcretePro, water based, both surface film and penetrating sealer, can be applied to high moisture content substrates, repels water and many stains, densifies/strengthens, prevents efflorescence, slightly darkens, natural matte finish, leaves non-stick surface that easily cleans with wind or water.
  • TSS200-Ultra Porous; solvent based, penetrating, repels water, high performance, strong beading, will slightly darken/enhance, prevents salt-water erosion, formulated for porous substrates, self-cleaning; leaves, grass etc., tend blow/wash off
  • TSS300-Wetlook Low Sheen, solvent based, surface film with penetrating silicone; repels water, oil, wine, most stains, darkens, enhances colors, gives wet look, low sheen. Can add slip grip to reduce slippage.
  • TSS360-Wetlook Gloss to Low Sheen, water based, surface film with penetrating silicone; repels water, oil, wine, most stains, medium darkening, enhances colors, low to medium wet look, gloss to low sheen depending on the number of coats.
  • TSS600-Stabilizer, water based, penetrating; repels water, strong beading, strengthens substrates, prevents efflorescence, slight darkening, slight to no enhancement, natural look
  • TSS650-Densifier, solvent based, penetrating, repels water, consolidates and densifies, prevents deterioration, prevents efflorescence, strong beading, slight darkening
  • TSS700-ClearSurface, solvent based, penetrating; repels water, prevents black algae (the most common), up to seven-year effectiveness, slight darkening, keeps concrete looking new

You may also want to consider:

  • TSS750-Algae Cure, water based, surface film; repels water, prevents most forms/colors of algae (green, black etc.), up to 2–3-year effectiveness
  • TSS550-Stain Stop, solvent based, penetrating, repels water, oil, powerful, premium stain resistance for long periods including red wine, strong beading, slight darkening
  • TSSG100-Anti Slip Grip, textured, polypropylene particles added to film forming sealants (TSS300) that reduce slippage especially when surfaces are wet.

For Cleaning

  • TSS010-Cleaner, water based, concentrate, formulated for cleaning limestone, concrete, grout haze and efflorescence, removes most any stain or discoloration
  • TSS015-Neutralizer; use after TSS010 to neutralize the surface prior to sealing