Concrete Sealers
Solvent and Water-Based Sealers For Any Concrete Project
No matter the project, every colored concrete surface must be sealed to preserve the beautiful finish against future wear and tear. Each sealer has different characteristics and can be used for various applications. Coverage will depend on the conditions of the concrete, including age, porosity and texture.
Sprayable Satin Finish | AC1315 High Gloss |DCI Water-Based | Krystal Kote High Gloss | DCI Lithium Sealer/Hardener
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Sprayable Satin Finish Direct Colors $20.65 per Quart $36.89 per Gallon $148.00 per 5 Gallons *Larger Quantities Available*
Add Color for $10.00! |
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Covers up to 200 square feet per gallon
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Sprayable and Easy-to-Use Not for Use in all 50 states Not recommended for Occupied Homes, Basements or Concrete Countertops |
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AC 1315 High Gloss Best “Wet Look” Sealer! $20.65 per Quart $43.50 per Gallon $171.00 per 5 Gallons *Larger Quantities Available*
Add Color for $10.00! |
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Covers up to 200 square feet per gallon
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Not for use in all 50 states Not Recommended for Occupied Homes, Basements or Concrete Countertops |
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DCI Water Based Sealer $20.65 per Quart $36.89 per Gallon $156.50 per 5 Gallons *Larger Quantities Available*
Add Color for $10.00! |
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Covers up to 200 square feet per gallon
VOC Compliant |
Indoor and Outdoor Satin-Finish Sealer DO NOT FREEZE! |
Applying Water-based Sealer in Wintertime
Water-based sealers must be applied to surfaces at temperatures greater than 60F with an air temperature difference of 5 degrees or less. Central heating, radiant or convection heaters, or similar heating devices should be turned off during application. In-floor heating should be set at 60-65F before application and turned off during the process.
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Krystal Kote High Gloss $22.70 per Quart $48.89 per Gallon $238.30 per 5 Gallons *Larger Quantities Available*
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Covers up to 350 square feet per gallon
VOC Compliant |
Indoor/Outdoor food-grade sealer excellent for Not recommended for basement floors with high humidity or seepage issues |
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DCI Penetrating Lithium-based Sealer/Hardener $25.89 per Quart $92.65 per Gallon $440.00 per 5 Gallon
Low maintainence, Easy-to-Apply “No Gloss” Sealer |
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Covers up to 450 square feet per gallon |
VOC Compliant Recommended for Integrally-Colored Floors and Polished Concrete Countertops. Provides no surface gloss without polishing. |
Map of VOC Compliant States
Environmental/VOC Compliance
Gray states can purchase all of our sealer products.
Green and Blue states and California do not permit the use of Sprayable Satin Finish Sealer, AC-1315 Solvent-based High Gloss Sealer and CS-309 Solvent-based Sealer.
Sealing the Surface of Your Concrete
After the surface has been neutralized and has thoroughly dried, the acid stained floor must be sealer with an appropriate concrete sealer. Direct Colors offers both solvent and water-based sealers suitable for any concrete project. Sealers can be applied with either an applicator or sprayer; however, some solvent-based sealers cannot be used in all US States.
See Map of VOC Compliant States above for your state’s VOC Regulation Laws.
The method used to apply sealer depends on the type of surface and the variety of sealer used. Our solvent-based non-sprayable sealer can be used in the most states and are appropriate for both indoor & outdoor applications; however, we recommend using a water-based sealer for occupied indoor applications and for basements. Use caution in applying solvent-based sealers, particularly during indoor applications.
Indoor application of solvent-based sealer is not recommended. Wear a mask while applying the sealer and make certain the area is well ventilated to the outside. It is recommended for customers with machine troweled, ground, or smooth hand-troweled floors to apply sealers in the following manner for best results:
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DCI CS-309 Solvent-Based (309.25) or High Gloss (AC 1315) Sealers should be applied with a Padco coater.
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DCI’s Sprayable Satin Finish Sealer (SSB) is a solvent-based sealer and is the ONLY sealer recommended for use with a sprayer. SSB can be applied with a Padco coater or a pump-up deck and fence sprayer with a fine spray tip. The sprayer can be purchases at your local hardware store. One coat of SSB will produce a satin finish. The finish will become glossier in in appearance as you apply more coats of sealer. Up to Four thin coats may be applied.
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DCI Water-Based or Krystal Kote Sealers should be applied with a Padco coater or a long-handled paint pad.
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DO NOT apply Water-Based Sealer if the surface temperature is under 60°F with an air temperature difference of 5 degrees or less. Central heating, radiant or convection heaters, or similar heating devices should be turned off during application. In-floor heating should be set at 60-65 degrees before application and turned off during the process.
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DO NOT apply masking or duct-tape to the sealed surface.
Textured or broom finished surfaces sealed with a non-sprayable solvent and water-based sealers should be rolled on using a short-nap roller (approximately 1/8″) or less. For best results with a roller, use the pan grid to purge the roller of all excess sealer and apply with slow, even strokes. Sealer bubbles, should they occur, can be removed with a hair dryer set to cool or a clean leaf blower set to low speed. SSB can be either sprayed or rolled on a textured/broom finished surface.
Generally, the thinner the application, the stronger and more durable the sealer will become. Applying a thick coat will result in an inconsistent finish with tacky areas that may not set-up correctly. Depending on the sealer selected, leave the solvent-based sealers to dry for AT LEAST 4-6 hours between coats. The DCI Sprayable Satin Finish sealer has the shortest drying time between coats and the water-based sealers the longest.
With the exception of DCI Lithium Sealer/Hardener, water-based sealers should be given at a minimum 24 hours to set-up between coats. If you live in a humid climate or the weather conditions are damp and overcast, give the surface additional time to dry. DO NOT walk on wet sealer, as it will leave permanent impressions on your surface. Cover your feet with plastic bags to protect your floor’s finish. For all indoor applications except those sealed with DCI Lithium Sealer/Hardener, either a commercial or residential wax is required to protect your sealer from daily wear and tear and bring the shine of the floor. All DCI wax products are water- based and should be applied using a mop with a hand wringer or a wax applicator. Commercial wax can be buffed after the initial application. Commercial wax should be used by businesses or for any high-traffic area.
Wax should not be applied if surface temperature is below 60°F.
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