Application
Procedures & Instructions for Sher-Crete
Apply using a micro fiber applicator and micro fiber pad
when applying to new or old concrete. Surface should be dry
before application of the product.
Surface should be cleaned prior to application of the
product. All surface contaminants should be removed prior to
application; this includes any membrane forming curing
compounds, sealers, oil, grease, dirt, or drywall residue.
Surface contaminants may be removed using an abrasive as
aggressive as diamonds or as passive as a black stripping
pad. If a cleaner is used the pH should be neutral.
Product should be thoroughly mixed prior to application.
Product is easier to apply if it is mixed with water at a
ratio of 1 part water 1 part product. Product can be cut as
much as 4 parts water 1 part product. Chemical resistance
will be significantly affected by diluting it with water.
Apply using a Hudson sprayer and a micro fiber applicator or
similar. Product should be spread thinly and evenly so as to
cover the substrate. The Hudson sprayer will help to get the
product thin enough to cover 2000 square feet. The first
application of product should be light enough so it does not
form a film of liquid when sprayed. Apply product to the
micro fiber applicator to wet the surface of the pad and
then spread the product. Do not over apply. Allow each
application to dry at least 30 to 60 minutes before applying
next application. It is critical to apply thin applications.
Over application will result in improper curing and possible
whitening. Burnishing between applications will improve
gloss and decrease cure time. Two applications should be
applied to achieve stain resistance to the surface.
Light pedestrian traffic within 30 to 60 minutes, wheeled
traffic in 2 hours. Do not allow water on the surface for 24
hours. If water is allowed to stand in the first 24 the
product may turn white. Maximum strength and stain
resistance should be attained within 48 hours.
Routine sweeping, mopping, washing, and mechanical scrubbing
of floors with a neutral pH cleaners are recommended. Water
can be sufficient is some environments. DO NOT USE cleaners
that are either acidic or have a butyl base. The product is
chemically resistant, it is susceptible to stripping with
butyl degreasers, and some acids. |
What is a Concrete
Densifier?
A densifier is a chemical which
hardens a concrete floor, strengthening it against natural
elements, foot traffic, moisture, acids, scratches etc.
In many circumstances a densifier is a better solution to a
protective coating, because coatings wear off and must
eventually be re-applied. By hardening the concrete
itself, you never have a coating to re-apply.
When
maintained, a densified concrete floor can maintain it's
smooth finish for 10 years or more. |
