OzingaShield
This integral sealer can be added to any concrete.
OzingaShield Overview
OzingaShield is an integral concrete sealer that drastically reduces water penetration, increases long-term durability, improves color vibrancy, and starts protecting from day one. Rather than sealing weeks after installation, OzingaShield protects like a topically sealed pavement from the day it is poured. It’s so beneficial, it’s included in all OzFlat mix designs.
Benefits of OzingaShield
- Provides protection through the full depth of concrete
- No applying or additional work for contractors
- Sealer prevents water ingress in slab
- Enhanced cosmetic look
- Reduces water penetration and increases long-term durability
OzingaShield Applications
OzingaShield is ideal for:
- Driveways
- Patios
- Front walks
- Stoops
- Sidewalks
- Stairs
Further Steps for Concrete Protection
In addition to an integral sealer like OzingaShield, there are steps you can take to protect your concrete against surface defects during the pour:
- Avoid adding or spraying water on the surface to enhance finishing
- Avoid premature finishing, allow bleed water to evaporate from the surface prior to continuing the finishing process. Working the bleed water back into the surface increases the water cementitious ratio at the surface weakening it—which will lead to scaling
- Avoid overworking the surface as it can significantly reduce or destroy the air entrapment at the surface, making it susceptible to scaling in freezing conditions
- The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recommends not using any deicing chemicals for the first year of service. Use sand or other grit materials for traction
For more tips, view our OzingaShield Best Practices guide.
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