Concrete Sealing: What is it capable of?

In the previous entry, we have tackled the aspects about maintaining concrete floors – one of the ways on how to, is concrete sealing. Let's delve into specifics – what can you get from it? Well, there are certainly a ton of benefits in availing this service, but first off, why should you protect your concrete floor, given that it is seemingly indestructible? 

• The statement “concrete is indestructible” is actually a fallacy. Concrete may be a godsend material used to create homes and tall structures like skyscrapers, but it actually is pretty fragile if unprotected.

• Concrete is a porous material, meaning, it can absorb water and other types of liquids. It dries up pretty quickly, however, if it is exposed to too much moisture, the water in the cracks will expand, therefore resulting to erosion.

• Ever wonder why there are potholes in concrete roads as well as cracks? Well, read the second bullet again and you'll know the answer.

• Though unrelated, concrete looks pretty dull.

All these make concrete sealing an essential aspect in creating a great environment, whether at home, workplace or in an industrial setting. With that said, let's get to the focal point of this article, what is concrete sealing capable of and why should I avail it?

Concrete sealers are safe and non-toxic

First off, let's take a look at the main ingredient in the concrete sealing process: concrete sealers.  These are basically made of several materials: acrylic resins, silicates, silane, siloxane and polyester sealers, all of which are non-toxic when mixed together. There is absolutely no hazard in applying it (unless if you mindlessly ingest it), though you may need the help of professional services to do so, especially if you have no experience in work relating to home improvement.

Concrete sealing protects concrete – plain and simple

The main reason why you should resort to concrete sealing is because doing so provides a film of protection that prevents the entry of substances that may cause erosion and damage to the concrete, like water and other liquids. This is so because concrete sealers have liquid-proof properties which are able to prevent the concrete from absorbing the liquid. This is useful especially in driveways and sidewalks since these areas are always pounded by rain. Aside from which, it also prevents oil and grease staining, which makes it a must for garages and car repair shops. 

A concrete sealed floor is easy to clean

Like what was previously mentioned, concrete sealing prevents liquids from permeating the concrete's surface, thereby making the latter unable to absorb the former. This makes the surface easier to clean, considering the fact that you may only need to wipe off the offending liquid with a rag or a cloth. This is in contrast to unprotected floors – due to the concrete being porous, you may be required to scrub the whole thing – a strenuous task – especially if it involves grease and oil. Lastly, concrete sealing is a non-stick surface, meaning dust, debris and other substances that can make the whole thing dull won't latch onto the surface, making either sweeping or vacuuming pretty easy.