{"title":"Clear Concrete Sealers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"collection-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSealing a patio, walkway or basement slab?\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a clear concrete sealer made for horizontal concrete. These sealers are for patios, walkways and similar slabs, not garage floors. Rust-Oleum says Okon Seal \u0026amp; Finish is not recommended for driveways or garages, and that chemicals in some car tires may cause the coating to lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/okon-seal-and-finish-concrete-and-masonry-sealer-clear-gallon\"\u003eOkon Seal \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/a\u003e: water-based, clear low-gloss sealer for new or existing, interior or exterior horizontal concrete. Rust-Oleum lists patios, walkways and basements. Not for exterior vertical concrete or masonry walls, flagstone or clay pavers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrep steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCure: Rust-Oleum says new concrete must cure for 28 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix cracks first: fill flat cracks and joints with a self-leveling sealant from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-crack-joint-repair\"\u003eConcrete Crack \u0026amp; Joint Repair\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDegrease and clean: remove all waxes and oils with a commercial degreaser, then vacuum and damp-mop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for old sealer: sprinkle water on the slab. If it darkens as it soaks in, the surface is free of wax or sealer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture test: tape a 2 ft square of plastic on the bare concrete for 24 hours. If the concrete is dark underneath, let it dry longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo etch needed: Rust-Oleum says Seal \u0026amp; Finish does not require acid etching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSealing walls instead? See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/masonry-block-waterproofers\"\u003eMasonry \u0026amp; Block Waterproofers\u003c\/a\u003e. All options: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-masonry-sealers\"\u003econcrete and masonry solutions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"okon-seal-and-finish-concrete-and-masonry-sealer-clear-gallon","title":"Okon Seal \u0026 Finish Concrete and Masonry Sealer, Clear, Gallon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOkon Seal \u0026amp; Finish Concrete and Masonry Sealer, Clear, Gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e is intended for interior and exterior use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear low-gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-yellowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreathable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaintable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHorizontal concrete; Patios; Walkways; Basements; Concrete stains\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor or finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSelected size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGallon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ewater-based micro-acrylic emulsion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003einterior and exterior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCoverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 150-250 sq ft\/gallon depending on surface texture and coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecoat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 hours or when dry to touch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApply with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrush; 1\/8-in nap roller; Pad; Garden sprayer; Airless sprayer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThinning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReady to use; do not thin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCleanup\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVOC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTopcoat compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCan be applied over or under concrete coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOK941\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to apply\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the manufacturer's preparation steps: Clean, dry, sound concrete; Allow new concrete to cure 28 days; Check for subsurface moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse limits: Driveways; Garages; Hot-car-tire exposure for tinted finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow much will I need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse these manufacturer coverage figures: Approximately 150-250 sq ft\/gallon depending on surface texture and coat. Match the figure to the container size, and account for the stated number of coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhen can I apply another coat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe listed manufacturer recoat guidance is 3 hours or when dry to touch. Follow the application conditions and instructions for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rustoleum.com\/product-details\/consumer-brands\/okon\/specialty-sealers\/seal-and-finish\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eManufacturer directions and product information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67673307578678,"sku":"OK941","price":73.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/9750\/0726\/files\/749505940014.jpg?v=1791583093"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/9750\/0726\/collections\/749505940014.jpg?v=1792252219","url":"https:\/\/projectweekenddiy.com\/collections\/clear-concrete-sealers.oembed","provider":"Project Weekend DIY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}