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  1. Eric C

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    Any familiar with sealing driveways? Is it really necessary? They made it seem like it's needed if I plan on salting my driveway during the winter saying the salt will cause it to pit and chip. I never had that issue with my old driveway and I salted the hell out of it.

    Needed or just an upsell?

    I'm in Missouri and winters aren't really that bad...
     
  2. kestrou

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    My driveway is dyed & stamped concrete (to look like slate tiles) and I seal mine - is pretty easy to do and looks NICE.

    For the minimal effort I think you'll like the look.

    Kevin
     
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    I had brand new concrete that I did not seal and within 2 years the bastard was pitting from salt
     
  4. Eric C

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    Son of a nutcracker. Ok. I guess I should do it then.

    I just don't understand. Is this a new thing with newer concrete mixtures? None of my previous concrete driveways had issues from salt.
     
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    Do it yourself… it’s pretty easy, fun and satisfying


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    Asked a friend who is in the business here in SC. As an aside, I have not sealed mine. I think it’ll crack regardless. It’s concrete. Here’s his feedback:

    Why:
    Lesson chances of the concrete cracking, let dust get into the pores, build up mildew.

    Wait 30 days post pour before applying sealant.
    Two options:
    Sealer for 2-3 years and seal again after. (In this case probably 2 years due to salt).
    Roughly a $1 per sq ft.

    Or permanent sealer 5-6 years or more depends on weather conditions.
    Roughly $4 per sq ft


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    The contractor who built my previous house probably used the lowest bidder or something. At least that's my hope because I was also dumbfounded it went that quickly. I know the winters by me are bad, but give me a break.
     
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    The first options seems like a far better value. "Permanent" sealer every 5 years for 4 times the price of the normal sealer which can be done every 2 years. Eric can do it himself without question if its anything like blacktop sealer
     
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    Definitely do it. Also stops stains from oil when your poorer friends visit and park their cars on your driveway
     
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    Or their Harleys...

    If you associate with that kind of crowd! :)

    Kevin
     
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    As a resin chemist and God knows how much I have sold in my life time I WOULD NEVER SEAL concrete with anything other than a 2 pac epoxy.

    Any single pac is most likely a thermoplastic resin and WILL FAIL and make a big mess.

    BTW the epoxy will probably cost more than the cost of the concrete if done properly..
     
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    quit ruining my life
     
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    Go get a 5 gal bucket of concrete sealer (Lowes, Menards, Home Depot) basically a silicone sealant, and a backpack garden sprayer from harbor freight and do it yourself. Do a section at a time. I did this on a much larger driveway after a power wash and it still looks as clean as it did when I sealed it. Re-apply every 2 years. I don't salt the driveway as it is level, so can't speak about how salt affects it after this type of seal. Keeps oil and grease stains from soaking in and no mildew or mold discoloration. Protect your investment.
     
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    I think I'll go this route. This seems to have a lot of good reviews and is salt safe. Everything I read says I need to wait 30 days for the concrete to seal before sealing........ and then I'll need to wait for a 60 degree day. Ugh.

    https://www.homedepot.com/p/Foundation-Armor-5-gal-Penetrating-Water-Based-Silane-Siloxane-Concrete-Sealer-Brick-Sealer-and-Masonry-Water-Repellent-SX5000WB5GAL/205719746

    How many 5 gallon jugs do you think I'll need?
     
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    How many square feet you got?

    It's going to take "extra" the first time...

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    I think about 1500-1600 square feet with the walk way?
     
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    Well, you're at that uncomfortable spot where I bet it takes more than 5 gallons but less than 10...

    I seal my driveway once a year - and this stuff actually keeps very well in a well-sealed can for a year (imagine how long it sits on the shelf at Home Depot) - so buy 10 gallons and it's no problem to use the rest later (mixed in with the fresh stuff).

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    Probably 2, but you can measure the approximate square footage area and calculate roughly how many gallons you'll need. The sealant is also available in gallon cans.probably will have to wait until spring or summer until completely dry and apply on a warm day.
     
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    I hope this doesnt become a part 2 thread

    Sealed my new concrete driveway because 488 is too low - Now it looks absolutely crap. Ideas?
     
  21. Eric C

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    Stop cyber bullying me
     
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    tough crowd
     
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    Well…This is an educational thread
     
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