For curing compound overspray that gets on metal, is this overspray paintable?
For curing compound overspray that gets on metal, is this overspray paintable? Can it just be wiped down and painted...
Can solvent-based sealers be used over the Pentreat series?
Yes, W. R. Meadows solvent-based acrylic sealers may be applied over the Pentreat series, including the Seal Cure, CS-309, Decra-Seal,...
Can Meadows water-based sealers be applied over Meadows solvent-based sealers and vice versa?
Can W. R. Meadows water-based sealers be applied over previous applied W. R. Meadows solvent-based sealers and can W. R....
Which of our cures, if any, conforms to FAA 501 requirements for curing?
Any of our pigmented curing compounds that meets ASTM C309, Type 2, Class A or B will conform to the...
Are any W. R. Meadows penetrating sealers compatible after a stain application?
No, W. R. Meadows penetrating sealers are not compatible after a stain application, including water-based acid stains.
Are there any specific curing coverage rates for use with our cure-and-seals?
For standard curing-and-sealing compounds that are 25% solids and above, 300 – 600 ft.²/gallon is the recommended coverage rate, depending...
How long will it take the curing compound to dissipate from the concrete? [9/26/08]
While the dried film is not a permanent coating and will dissipate (wear away) over time, the exact speed of...
Why does my concrete look “blotchy” (inconsistent gloss), after applying a Sealer/Curing Compound
Why does my concrete look “blotchy” (inconsistent gloss), after applying a W. R. MEADOWS Concrete Curing and Sealing Compound or...
How do I remove efflorescence?
Efflorescence is a natural phenomenon that occurs in any material that contains cement (lime) and comes in contact with water....
Can a water-based sealer be applied over an existing solvent-based sealer?
If both the water-based and existing solvent-based sealers are MEADOWS products, then yes, the water-based product can be applied over...
Which is the best treatment for an acid stained floor, acrylic or wax?
For acid stained concrete, the best answer would be to use both! The typical recommendation is to first apply a...
Is it possible to add a dye, pigment or tint to a W. R. MEADOWS sealer?
While it is possible, it is W. R. MEADOWS’ policy not to recommend or approve the addition. Due to the...
Why is there scaling or pitting at the end of a stamped, colored driveway?
The contractor is very capable and knowledgeable and does beautiful work. His routine consists of using 32 MPA concrete that...
Can you use a solvent based sealer with a polymer modified repair mortar?
No, we do not recommend a solvent based coating, sealer, silane / siloxane waterproofing penetrating sealer, etc. The solvent may...
Why has the sealer peeled, flaked or bubbled?
Dirt or residue is present on the concrete surface. Too much bleed water present at time of application. Concrete surface...
Why has the sealer blushed (turned white)?
For solvent-based products: Efflorescence present on the concrete surface. Solvent in the film has evaporated before the film had formed...