Best way to seal this counter top

[davegillfishing]

We are finishing the outdoor kitchen and putting this concrete top on it. We mixed shells and black rock in for the finish. It is wet down in this pic and we want the wet look all the time
Thanks for any help

 

[davegillfishing]

No one seals concrete?

 

[Ron Lippold]

Dave concrete seal from ultra chem labs.. you could also use platinum...

 

[davegillfishing]

so thats better than a thick epoxy? i want to be sure it doesnt yellow out because it will be in the sun all day.

thanks ron!!

 

[Ron Lippold]

use the platinum then.

 

[boazcan]

http://www.roval.com/gloss_seal.htm

Dave, call this guy on Monday. Speak to Nick. I have been using a variety of their stuff for 5 years. Everything he has ever told me has been right on. He has also helped on a number of occasions.

On that page, I think your best bet is the 1088 sealer. I have used it on pavers with good success. It should enhance the concrete. You should be able to put multiple coats because it has leveling agents in it.

 

[Bee Busy]

check out http://www.tkproduct.com Bright Kure And Seal...it's a concrete color enhancer, very thick stuff

 

[Larry Cobb]

Dave;

There are a couple of different types of sealers that could be used.

Direct sunlight will require a penetrating sealer with UV-resistant polymers.

Our acrylic concrete sealer is a clear satin "surface coating" that will make it easier to clean,

and leave the shine you want.

http://www3.cobbcarpet.com/zen3/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=69&products_id=2560

Larry

 

[davegillfishing]

Sweet. I love your products Larry. I will call Ed Monday

 

[davegillfishing]

Actually it looks like I have a bunch of stuff to look at. Thanks guys

 

[Mikey P]

LOTS of concrete counters in these parts, own some myself

I recently came across work form these folks and they topically seal their tops with some real impressive looking stuff.


Give them a call before you do anything.

Personally I would not use a coating of any kind out doors, just a good (dry treat) penetrative so the slab can breath..