Easy Seal Clear
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A decorative clear stain/sealer which protects surfaces from stains
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Suitable for driveways, paths, exposed aggregate, slate, concrete pavers and similar masonry surfaces
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Fast drying with great UV resistance and a low sheen finish
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Good resistance to car tyre marking and efflorescence
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Available in Test Pots, 1 litres, 5 litres & 10 litres
Also availble in coloured
EASY EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is a decorative, solvent based, penetrating tinted and clear stain/sealer with a low sheen finish. Designed to revitalise, recolour and seal new and old concrete surfaces. It helps eliminate uneven substrate absorption and acts as a primer for concrete surfaces such as new tilt slab.
EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is fast drying and protects surfaces from stains. Has good resistance from car tyre marking and reduces efflorescence. Has good UV resistance and is supplied in a tinted and clear option using a Tint Base and Tint Pack to produce a coloured stain.
EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER Clear is ideal for surfaces like exposed aggregate, slate and coloured concrete pavers.
The key to EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is "it must be able to penetrate the surface like a stain/sealer", enabling it to lock onto the concrete whilst still displaying the surface texture.
Use EASY SEAL Prep Wash & Thinner as a thinner when required and also to re-activate existing sealer prior to a maintenance coatFor Garage floor applications, EASY SEAL is not normally recommended. This is due to the smooth non-porous steel trowelled surface. Even after acid etching treatment the sealer penetration can be limited and may result in the sealer/stain sitting on the top of the surface and can occasionally lift off when vehicles with wet hot tyres are left parked on the surface for a period of time.
Note: EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is not suitable for factory glazed terracotta tiles.
Click Here for coloured MASTERMAX EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER
PRODUCT INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION:
EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is a decorative, solvent based, penetrating tinted and clear stain/sealer with a low sheen finish. Designed to revitalise, recolour and seal new and old concrete surfaces. It helps eliminate uneven substrate absorption and acts as a primer for concrete surfaces such as new tilt slab.
PROPERTIES:
EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is fast drying and protects surfaces from stains. Has good resistance from car tyre marking and reduces efflorescence. Has good UV resistance and is supplied in a tinted and clear option using a Tint Base and Tint Pack to produce a coloured stain.
For Garage floor applications, EASY SEAL is not normally recommended. This is due to the smooth non-porous steel trowelled surface. Even after acid etching treatment the sealer penetration can be limited and may result in the sealer/stain sitting on the top of the surface and can occasionally lift off when vehicles with wet hot tyres are left parked on the surface for a period of time. Note: EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is not suitable for factory glazed terracotta tiles.
PRINCIPAL USES:
Use to revitalise, protects surfaces from stains, recolour and seal new and old concrete surfaces such as driveways, paths, exposed aggregate, slate, concrete pavers and similar masonry surfaces. EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER can also be used as an adhesion primer for tilt slab, off-form concrete, and new concrete surfaces.
PREPRATION AND APPLICATION DATA:
Surface Preparation: All Surfaces: Must be sound, clean, dry and free from dirt, oil, grease, mould, moss, soot, salt, efflorescence (white salts) and other contaminants.
Uncoated, non-porous surfaces (e.g. steel trowelled finishes - uncoated) will require acid etching to aid penetration with MASTERMAX Prep Etch.
If mould or moss is present, pre-treat the surfaces in advance with proprietary fungicidal product and leave for at least 2 weeks, then remove dead material and dirt by scraping or scrubbing. Leave to dry.
The key to EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is “it must be able to penetrate the surface like a stain/sealer”, enabling it to lock onto the concrete whilst still displaying the surface texture.
Age/Substrate
New Concrete
New Exposed Aggregate:
Weathered and Porous Unsealed Concrete:
Special Concrete Surfaces (Slate and Flag Stone (wet cast) pavers)
Preparation Required
New concrete surfaces should be allowed to cure at least 28 days and will require cleaning and water blasting before application of sealer. Non-porous surfaces require acid etching with MASTERMAX Prep Etch
The surface will require cleaning and water blasting to remove any surface laitance (milky or powdery layer of cement dust, lime and sand fines) and dirt, which would prevent sealer penetration/ adhesion. If the surface is a non-porous, acid etching with MASTERMAX Prep Etch will be required
Follow above preparation as applicable (new or weathered)
Preparation of Previously Sealed Surfaces
All sealed surfaces will require cleaning and water blasting to remove any surface 'laitance· and dirt which would prevent sealer penetration/adhesion.
Age/Substrate
Sealer down less than 2 years
Sealer older than 2 years
Special Concrete Surfaces (Slate and Flag Stone (wet cast) pavers)
Preparation Required
Inspect the sealer for failure.If failure is present use a solvent wash. If in doubt we recommend you use a solvent wash. See Tech Data sheet
'ESSWI Solvent Washing Click Here for more information.
For previously sealed surfaces more than 2 years, we recommend you use a solvent wash. See Tech Data sheet 'ESSWI Solvent Washing Click Here for more information.
Follow above preparations as applicable.
Off-Form Concrete and Tilt Slab Surfaces:
Fresh concrete must be allowed to cure for at least 28 days prior to the application of EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER.
Mould release agents must be removed by detergent washing and the surface must show no sign of water repellence before applying EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER.
Apply one coat of EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER by airless spray, brush or roller prior to the application of any finish coats. Thinning of first coat by 20% before applying with Easy Seal Prep Wash & Thinner is recommended.
If a clear glazed finish is required up to three coats may be needed on porous surfaces to obtain an even sheen.
Application all surfaces:
Surface and weather conditions: Apply on a fine day. Avoid application if rain is forecast within 24 hours or the temperature is below 10°c or above 35°C. If the surface has been wet, allow to dry 2-3 days before application (dry time will depend on surface and conditions).
Note: If surface is wet or may get wet during application, you must not apply product as you may experience whitening of the sealer.
Mixing and Application Instructions for Unsealed Surfaces:
Age/Substrate
Concrete, Acid Etched Non-porous,
SEAL Prep Wash & Thnner
Special Concrete eg Slate and Flag
Stone (wet cost) pavers
New Exposed Aggregate
Preparation Required
Thin the first coat by 20% with
EASY SEAL Concrete Stain/Sealer direct from the can
Preparation Required
Thin the first coat by 10% with
EASY SEAL Concrete Stain/Sealer direct from the can
Second Coat
Application Tools:
Application by brush or broom (house type synthetic) is preferred. Airless spray gun. Roller (short nap pile 4-6mm) for use on smooth surfaces.
Applying Stain: Apply the product as mixed directly from the pail (or from either a suitable container for solvent) using the mixing tables for the relevant age or type of substrate. Ideally, apply using a brush or broom (house type synthetic) so you “work" the sealer into the surface to assist with penetration. If applying with a roller, take care to avoid over-rolling and only apply thin coats as excessive amounts of sealer can leave roller marks due to the fast-drying nature of the product, over-rolling or if the surface is too hot during application can give a cobweb effect.
Stir thoroughly to ensure uniformity by using a “bottom to top” mixing action before application. For the coloured stains stir contents until you get a uniform colour mix, check by doing a visual test on the stirring equipment. The coloured sealer needs to be stirred regularly (approximately every 5 minutes) to ensure uniformity of colour throughout the sealing process. It is advisable to pre-mix enough sealer for each coat to ensure uniformity of colour or at least ensure you have the same batch of tinter.
Number of coats:
We recommend two coats following the application table recommendation for the substrate. Additional coats can cause surfaces to be slippery. To avoid slip hazards the addition of 50 g/L of AP Non-slip Additive may be required for a glaze finish on smooth walk-on surfaces.
Drying time & recoating:
EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER will be touch dry in approximately 30 minutes and can be recoated after 2 hours. Avoid foot traffic for 4 hours and vehicle traffic for 48 hours. Note: Drying times will vary depending on temperature and humidity conditions at the time of application.
Using Tinters:
Add the entire contents of the EASY SEAL Tint Pack colour to the EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER Tint Base to achieve full colour. Stir thoroughly to ensure uniformity by using a "bottom to top” mixing action. Then check by doing a visual test on the stirring equipment. The coloured sealer needs to be stirred regularly (approximately every 5 minutes) to ensure uniformity of colour throughout the sealing process. It is advisable to pre-mix enough sealer for each coot to ensure uniformity of colour or at least ensure you have the same batch of tinter. Add the entire pack for full colour.
The recommended addition ratios are:
5 litre EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER Tint Base + 1 x Small EASY SEAL Tint Pack
10 litre EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER Tint Base + 1 x Medium EASY SEAL Tint Pack
20 litre EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER Tint Base + 1 x Large EASY SEAL Tint Pack
For variations on the full-strength colour options, please refer to supplier. Do not add more than the recommended amounts as it may impact on sealer performance.
EASY SEAL Tint Pack tinter is not to be used alone and should only be mixed with the
EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER Tint Base Sealer only.
Maintenance coat: We recommend a maintenance coat before two years to enhance longevity, however this is subject to the personal choice, traffic usage as well as the conditions it may be exposed to.
Thinning:
EASY SEAL Prep Wash & Thinner.
Solvent Washing:
Use EASY SEAL Prep Wash & Thinner. Refer to Tech Data "ESSW1" Solvent Washing.
Clean-up:
EASY SEAL Prep Wash & Thinner or universal thinner.
Note: Do not leave rags or cleaning fabrics.
Protect Our Environment – When disposing of leftover liquid, keep out of stormwater drains and waterways. Take to a local hazardous waste disposal station. Dry all empty containers in a wellventilated area. Dispose of the empty containers according to your local council regulations.
Mixing and Application Instructions for Previously Sealed Surfaces:
Sealer older than 2 years
1 part EASY SEAL Concrete Stain/-Sealer with 2 part Easy Seal Prep Wash & Thinner
EASY SEAL Concrete Stain Sealer direct from the can
1 part EASY SEAL Concrete Stain/-Sealer 1 part EASY SEAL Prep Wash & Thinner
Age/Substrate
Sealer down less than 2 years
Preparation Required
1 part EASY SEAL Concrete Stain/-Sealer with 1 part Easy Seal Prep
Wash & Thinner
GENERAL DATA
Gloss Level:
Glossy on application and will go to a natural low sheen appearance over time.
Theoretical Coverage:
Allow 6-10 square metres per litre per coat, depending on porosity, texture and profile. As a quick guide, 5 sqm/l for 2 coats (ie 10 litres for 50 sqm).
Application Temperature:
10-30°C
Shelf Life:
Store in cool conditions, away from direct sunlight. Under normal conditions full containers can be stored for several years. Check contents before use.
Specific Gravity:
0.91 kg/litre
Sizes available:
Aealer/Stain: Test Pots, 1 Litre, 5 Litres, 10 Litres, (20 Litres on demand only) Tint Packs: Small, Medium, (Large on demand only) Prep Wash & Thinner: 500 ml, 4 Litre
Limitations:
Not recommended as a waterproofing sealer. Not suitable over solvent-based enamel or water-based paving paints (can be used under such coatings when recommended by supplier). Limited performance in in extremely aggressive (industrial) or continuous immersion conditions. Limited solvent resistance.
EASY SEAL CONCRETE STAIN/SEALER is not suitable for factory glazed terracotta tiles.
Troubleshooting:
Poor Adhesion: Surface not porous enough, dirty or damp when applied. Applied over non compatible coating.
Flaking: Failure of substrate surface, wet when applied or surface not porous enough.
Discolouring: Surface dusty or substrate wet before or during drying.
Cracking: Radical movement of substrate.
Chalking: N/A.
Roller Marks: Applying too much pressure when applying.
Slow Dry: Surface too cold.
Fast Dry: Surface too hot.
Gritty: Dust or wind-blown dirt or sand.
Uneven sheen: Dust settled onto film, over thinning of film or substrate too hot or cold, poor acid etching application.
Colour Change: Contamination of film.