CLARION, Pa. (EYT) — Seal your concrete this fall before old man winter comes calling!

DuBrook (M & B Redi-Mix) has a variety of ChemMasters sealers and cures/sealers in stock for both new and existing concrete and decorative concrete.

Knowing what type of sealer to use is key to getting the job done properly and there are 4 types of recommended coatings for exterior decorative concrete:

Water-Based Acrylics – These form harder, more chemically resistant coatings and are more tolerant to high temps. They have reduced gloss levels and do not add to the development of integral colors or stains.

Solvent-Based Acrylics – These are often preferred for decorative concrete as they enrich integral colors and stains.

Non-Yellowing Acrylics – If using these, it’s advisable to use a fully non-yellowing resin (pure acrylic, siliconized acrylic, or methacrylate).

Silicones/Silanes/Siloxanes/Silicates — These are better suited for use on broom or trowel finished concrete in freeze/thaw environments.