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SpecChem SpecGuard

SpecChem SpecGuard

Contractor Overview

SpecGuard is a concrete construction chemical. High-gloss concrete protectant/polish SpecGuard is a multi-component, water-based polymeric protectant designed to enhance the appearance and durability of concrete floors. This high gloss concrete protectant and polish utilize cross-linking nanotechnology for superior penetration and adhesion, resulting in a tough, stain-resistant coating that includes UV absorbers to protect colored or dyed concrete from UV.

Best For

  • Floors

Key Features

  • Low odor, water-based, and meets all federal VOC requirements
  • Water-based polymeric protectant designed to enhance the appearance and durability of concrete floors
  • Water-based, and meets all federal VOC requirements
  • VOC requirements

Material & Application Notes

High-gloss concrete protectant/polish SpecGuard is a multi-component, water-based polymeric protectant designed to enhance the appearance and durability of concrete floors. UV Protection: Prevents UV degradation of colored or dyed concrete surfaces. Versatile Application: Can be used on steel-troweled, honed, polished, or highly polished concrete surfaces.

Why Contractors Choose It

Contractors choose SpecGuard when the product fits the field condition and helps keep the work cleaner, faster, and more predictable.

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Application

  • Surface Preparation:Ensure the surface is clean, free from cures, oil, dirt, grease, or debris. Clean with SpecChem Orange Peel Citrus Cleaner, neutralize, and thoroughly rinse with water.

Application Process:

  1. Dampen a microfiber pad with SpecGuard and wring out excess.
  2. Apply SpecGuard using a pump-up sprayer with a 0.5 gpm spray tip to a small section of the floor.
  3. Spread using the microfiber pad with firm pressure to achieve a thin, even coating.
  4. Allow to dry tack-free for 2060 minutes, then burnish with a high-speed burnisher.
  5. Repeat for additional coats, up to three for maximum gloss.

Packaging

Available in 55-gallon drums, 5-gallon pails, and 1-gallon jugs (4 per case).

Shelf Life

Store in original, tightly closed containers at a cool, dry place. Shelf life is one year from the date of manufacture.

Standards

  • Compliance:Meets USDA standards for indirect food contact and is compliant with ASTM standards for static dissipative flooring.
  • Coverage Rates:Typically covers 5001000 sq ft per gallon, depending on the porosity and texture of the concrete.