Imprinted Concrete Sealer SILK (Wet Look)
(Sample, 5 & 25 litre) - BEST SELLER - High Quality, Durable Concrete Sealer. Recommended if COLOUR Tint is NOT required. Our best-selling Imprinted Concrete Sealer
**If using Smartseal Colour Tints, please select MATT imprinted concrete sealer instead of Silk**
Silk Finish Imprinted Concrete Sealer for Driveways and Patios.
A 'satin' look hard wearing sealer for imprinted concrete surfaces
Smartseal Imprinted Concrete sealer has been developed to give pattern imprinted concrete a silky slightly 'wet-look' finish.
- Gives Imprinted Concrete superb long term protection
- Easy to apply by sprayer or broom
- Resists oil and stain penetration
- Make sure before applying that the surface temperature is between 10 - 20°C
- Average coverage: 4 to 5 m² per litre per coat (dependent on condition)
- BS5750/ISO9000 quality approved Imprinted Concrete Sealer
- Protects against colour loss and surface wear
- Will not blister or peel, hardens & seals concrete permanently
- Enhances the colour of the paving
- Tough, Durable and Hard Wearing
- Oil & Grease resistant
Application Guidelines:
- Make sure that surface area is completely clean.
- Make sure that the surface area is bone dry (allow 3-4 dry days after cleaning)
- The Imprinted Concrete Sealer is commonly a 2 coat application, however due to age and condition of the surface, this may vary to get a 'uniform' finish. Please contact us providing pictures if unsure. Furthermore, samples are available to try on a test area.
- Apply sealer to the surface using a broom. (allow 2 hours minimum between coats).
- Allow 4 hours before walking and 24 hours before any vehicle traffic on the surface (for the sealer to cure and bond to the concrete).
PLEASE REFER to our YouTube Channel if unsure regarding the use of colour tint.
After correctly applying the sealer, expect to have between 3-5 years protection. Sealer protection will vary dependent on a number of factors such as: traffic (foot/vehicle), weather and general maintenance.
For more information on the Imprinted Concrete Sealer application; please visit the Smartseal YouTube playlists
Application
Brush slab to remove any dirt or debris. It is recommended that Smartseal Imprinted Concrete Sealer is applied with a Sealing Broom. The first application must be brushed into the surface whilst avoiding pooling, and allowed to dry past tacky prior to applying the second coat. Avoid application in strong, direct sunlight - do not apply if rain is likely within 8 hours of application.
Deicing salts should not be applied directly on Smartseal block paving or concrete sealers. Salt chemically reduces the temperature at which water freezes and will result in water ingress into the concrete. Subsequent freezing may result in the concrete seal being broken by the expansion of water as it freezes and white pitted areas may become visible.
**If using Smartseal Colour Tints, please select MATT imprinted concrete sealer instead of Silk**
Technical & Test Data
Smartseal Imprinted Concrete Sealer has been tested by the TRL (Transport Research Laboratory) and certified that it meets the SRV (Skid Resistance Value) for all categories of paving for local authority pedestrian areas and when heavily trafficked is suitable for special applications where risks of skidding are high as laid down in the UK Highway Authorities Tender Specification. Copies available on request.
Health & Safety
Flammable liquid. Do not smoke. Keep application area well ventilated. Wear respirator when applying. Store in a cool place. Flash point 42°C (Abel-Closed Cup). Refer to the Health & Safety Data Sheet for further information.
Q: Application temperature says above 10 degrees. Is that surface temperature or air temperature.?
A: Temperatures quoted can only be guidelines. Certainly under a air temp of 10 degrees, the sealer is going to dry very slowly which can lead to it not drying enough before the evening damp sets in. If temps are quite low, make sure youy apply during the early part of the day to allow it to dry before dusk. Hope that helps.
Q: Hi do you have to do the complete drive way in one job or can I do half one day and half the next ? Thanks
A: Yes, you can apply at your leisure, subsequent coats of this type of sealer will adhere and melt into each other when applied. Hope that helps
Q: Despite the weather forecast saying no rain for two days light drizzle has fallen before the second coat was finished. First coat had been down about 5 hours. What steps will I need to take when it has stopped raining and the driveway is again dry? Can I simply apply the rest of the second coat to the remaining areas?
A: Before you put the second coat of imprinted concrete sealer on you should check for any moisture reaction first. This would appear as surface whiteness in areas where moisture has got into the sealer before it has fully cured. If this happens use the sealer repair fluid to rectify the issue prior to applying the second coat.
Excellent product, the concrete goes a long way, easy to apply with a broom and makes the driveway look new again.. Super quick delivery arrived the next working day. Will definitely use again in a few years. Would highly recommend..
This is the second time I have used this imprinted concrete sealer. The last coating was 4 years ago. It is easy to apply, dries well, and leaves a reasonable shine/wet look. I pressure washed the drive before applying. It needs to be perfectly dry. One attractive feature of the 25 litre tub is that over 4 years the tub seal has remained intact and so I was able to use up the remains of what was left from last time. The product does seem to keep well. There is no skin or deposit, it remains as supplied. Smartseal service was excellent though I found the the delivery to be a little haphazard as instructions were left to leave behind the side gate if no one was in, and instead it was left on the front door step. I expect no one really wants to run away with a heavy tub of sealant?!
Happy with this sealant. Spreads easily and goes a long way. Lovely sheen on the imprint. Will definitely buy again.