Use Instructions  

Apply only to untreated surfaces. Tarkseal Silox W may be applied over itself or generic equivalents that have aged or have been applied at less than specified spread rates. A test application is necessary on each surface to be treated to ensure compatibility and desired water repellency. Test areas are also useful in determining finial application rate and procedures. If the material in the test area does not fully penetrate due to coatings or inadequately cleaned surface, use one of Tarksol’s concrete cleaners, coating stripper, degreaser, or acid etch.

Applications

Always apply with uniform pattern until surface is saturated and the material starts to run down or puddles. Tarkseal Silox W should not be diluted or altered. Apply with low-pressure (20 PSI) airless industrial spray equipment, however, brush or roller application is adequate where appropriate. When applying Tarkseal Silox W, it is suggested that the substrate receive an initial light mist coat to break the surface tension. This should then be followed immediately by a uniform flood coat which allows just enough material to carry a 4 inch rundown from contact point or uniform coating on horizontal surfaces.

HORIZONTAL SURFACES: Tarkseal Silox W should be applied with a second coat with sufficient material applied so the surface remains wet for a few minutes before penetration into the surface. Surface residues, pools and puddles should be broomed or brushed out until they completely penetrate into the surface. 

VERTICAL SURFACES:  Tarkseal Silox W should be applied and absorbed on the substrate to the specific coverage rate. In the case of extremely dense, mirror finish architectural concrete and similar surfaces, it may be necessary to restrict the amount of material by applying a light mist coat in order to prevent surface darkening. Allow the mist coat to penetrate the masonry surface (approximately 3-5 minutes) and apply a second coat in the same saturation manner. Apply Tarkseal Silox W  in a flooding application, from the bottom up with sufficient material applied to provide a 6” to 8” run down below the contact point of the new spray pattern with masonry surface.

DO NOT APPLY TO SURFACES BELOW 40 DEG OR ABOVE 110 DEG

Coverage Rates

Although the recommended spread rates are generally adequate, there may be variations in substrate porosity, which may require more or less material for optimum results. Apply at recommended spread rate after determining the size of the surface. With Tarkseal Silox W one coat is normally adequate, a two-coat application reduces the potential for inadequate coverage.

·         Concrete/Horizontal

Broom finish, rough textured       125 – 175 sq. ft.

Slick trowel finish                          250 – 350 sq. ft.

Older porous concrete                  100 – 150 sq. ft.

·         Concrete/Vertical

Precast                                          150 – 200 sq. ft.

Stucco                                           120 – 150 sq. ft.

·         Architectural Concrete Block

Smooth faced                                 100 – 150 sq. ft.

Split faced                                       50  – 100 sq. ft

Ground faced                                 200 – 250 sq. ft.

Ribbed                                             50  – 100 sq. ft.

·          Brick

Smooth                                           125 – 140 sq. ft.

Wire cut                                            50 – 100 sq. ft.

·          Stucco

Smooth texture                                230 – 270 sq. ft.

Rough texture                                 120 – 150 sq. ft.  

Physical Properties  

Precautions

·         This product should be stored in sealed containers

·         Can apply over 40 deg F

·         Protect from freezing

·         6 month shelf life for storage

Although Tarkseal Silox W is an extremely effective water repellent with long lasting service life, it is not designed to exclude water penetration under the following conditions:

·         Open Structural Cracks

·         Hydrostatic Pressure

·         Visible Holes in substrate

·         Wind driven rain that exceeding 20 MPH and/or below a 45 degree angle on surfaces with pinholes or physical openings.

Porous surfaces with cavities or pinholes throughout should be treated with Tarkseal Acrylic after Tarkseal Silox W application

Package & Other Products Available

5 gal pails and 55 gal drums

Tarkseal Silox W Conc. available for contractors and those wanting a conc. product for on site water dilution. Tarkseal Silox W Conc. is diluted 1 part conc. to 7 parts water.

Tarkseal Silox S is a non VOC solvent based Silane/Siloxane impregnating agent for masonry, offering a fast drying glossy water repellant

Tarkseal SAC is a non VOC solvent based Acrylic/Silane/Siloxane impregnating high gloss agent for masonry. This product offers the water repellent and salt protection of silane/siloxane and a high gloss finish of an acrylic concrete sealer