Articles Tagged "Efflorescence Prevention"
Brick Sealer
Bricks are one of the oldest known building materials dating back to 7000BC where they were first found in the middle east. Today bricks are one of the most common building materials used on... Read More
Best Basement Waterproofing Sealer
While concrete may seem like an extremely strong building material, it is naturally porous and prone to water absorption. Beginning on the surface, concrete is filled with tiny pores and hairline... Read More
How to Waterproof Concrete
When concrete and mineral substrates come into contact with water, they absorb an amount which depends on their porosity. Water is one of the most detrimental causes of structural damage such as... Read More
Water Repellent Sealer vs Concrete Restoration
Architects and engineers are currently rediscovering reinforced concrete and its no wonder, since virtually no other construction material offers so many possibilities. However, concrete and steel are... Read More
How to Prevent Concrete Damage
Concrete damage can occur through some of the following means:Carbonation: Carbon dioxide from the air can react with the calcium hydroxide in concrete to form calcium carbonate in a process which is... Read More
Hydrophobic Concrete Sealers
Typical Concrete Damages:Corrosion of Rebar: Rebar is protected by the oxide layer in alkaline concrete. Carbon dioxide reduces concrete's alkalinity from outside to inside by formation of calcium... Read More
Water Based Water Repellents
Silane, siloxane, and siliconate based water repellents have been used for decades to protect buildings against moisture and consequent physical, chemical and biological deterioration. These silicone... Read More
Silanes Siloxanes and Siliconates
Sealers that are formulated to prevent the ingress of water and chlorides are typically of a silane, siloxane or siliconate carrier that work by changing the surface tension of a substrate. The change... Read More
How to Protect Concrete from Chloride Penetration
Concrete is thought to be a durable and long-lasting building material. However, with the high levels of moisture and alkalinity, if left unprotected, it will begin to deteriorate when exposed to very... Read More
How to Prevent Concrete Corrosion
Concrete has two arch enemies: water-soluble salts and gases. Although concrete is a cost effective building material and extremely durable it can be damaged by water soluble salts and gases. Concrete... Read More