Concrete Sealing DIY

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#245051 16-Jan-2019 12:06

I am needing a DIY concrete sealer that wont change the appearance, texture or slip resistance of the concrete. Concrete is slightly coloured but plain - around my pool and down the side of my house.

Do you know of any quality sealers that fit the description that are easy to DIY?

I found these: https://surfaceprotection.co.nz/collections/all-concrete-products but not sure if theyre the right ones for the job?

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#2161967 16-Jan-2019 12:38

They seem to fit your need. I'd like one that was tinted, to give a clean paint-like look.

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#2161969 16-Jan-2019 12:47

Thanks! One of the main reasons i wanted a clear penetrating sealer is because they dont change the slip resistance around the pool which is critical. If i could tint it slightly while still maintaining the natural texture of the concrete then that would be great - im just not sure if they supply that option though?

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#2161971 16-Jan-2019 12:51

Fabpro:

Thanks! One of the main reasons i wanted a clear penetrating sealer is because they dont change the slip resistance around the pool which is critical. If i could tint it slightly while still maintaining the natural texture of the concrete then that would be great - im just not sure if they supply that option though?

It cannot be painted. But its nano particles get into the surface and seal it, so if the current state looks fine, it should not change it. I suggest to contact them, see what colour or tint options there might be

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#2161976 16-Jan-2019 13:08

We bought a new house a bit over three years ago. I wanted to seal the concrete apron between our garage and the shared driveway (the drive itself had already been sealed) and also a connected path up the side of the house.

i used this stuff. I put it on with a shaggy roller on a broom handle and it was very easy to do. It said to give it two coats but I gave it three. Have been very happy with the result. We sometimes get visitors who park on the apron then grind their steering wheels on the concrete leaving black tyre marks. The marks can be scrubbed off or if I leave them, they will disappear in rain.

https://www.bunnings.co.nz/cemix-4l-gloss-water-based-concrete-sealer_p00623931

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