Densifiers and Grouts
Illawarra Coatings manufacturers alkali silicate densifiers and polishing grouts for concrete applications.
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The densifier systems range from simple, low cost sodium systems to high performance lithium based densifiers.
DuraSil
DuraSil is a single component, water based surface hardener based on sodium silicates.
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These silicates react with the calcium hydroxide within the concrete matrix to
harden the concrete surface making the concrete surface dust free and easier to clean.
DuraSil P
DuraSil P is a single component, water-based surface hardener based on potassium silicates. These silicates react with the calcium hydroxide within the concrete matrix to harden the concrete surface making the concrete surface dust free and easier to clean.
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An advantage of potassium silicates over sodium silicates is a reduced tendency for the formation of white deposits on the surface from densifier pooling.
DuraSil L
DuraSil L is a single component, water-based surface hardener based on lithium silicates. These silicates react with the calcium hydroxide within the concrete matrix to harden the concrete surface making the concrete surface dust free and easier to clean.
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Lithium based silicate densifiers show the lowest tendency towards the formation of white deposits on the surface from densifier pooling.
DuraSil S
DuraSil S is a single component, water based surface hardener based on sodium silicates. These silicates react with the calcium hydroxide within the concrete matrix to harden the concrete surface making the concrete surface dust free and easier to clean.
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DuraSil S also contains a sealer component to impart water repellency.
DuraShine
DuraShine is a single component, lithium silicate based densifier and polish. These silicates react with the calcium hydroxide within the concrete matrix to harden the concrete surface making the concrete surface dust free and easier to clean.
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The inclusion of organic polymer additives can assist in reducing the number of grinding steps required to produce a desired gloss finish.
EcoGrout
EcoGrout is a specially formulated grout and bonding agent. It is a single component product that reacts quickly with ground concrete dust to re-surface pinholes and divots created and exposed during the grinding process.