How to Apply Sealer to New and Old Concrete

[@scoochiemoffit]

Terrific instructional vid. I like your calm demeanor and factual account of what your approach to the job / what you went through. Great stuff man!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@paulsautocm]

Attention to the details always pay off, Great job

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur

[@konstantinegritsai9199]

Guys, you are too much! This is called ART!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@f0rumrr]

Gotta say, it was funny to hear you say blows the hose. Not watched in a while damn you are doing well 114k, you are the Kirk Giordano of concrete. A true master of the trade. With wisdom to give. and you work with your son, that makes the great youtube videos.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@briansschneider]

Thank you for another great video! There are rust spots appearing on my paver patio. It’s 2 months old and plastic furniture was the only thing on it. Is it minerals in water? What’s best way to remove the rust? What’s the best sealer for pavers. Polymetric sand has been applied. Planning to seal after rust is removed. Can be “wet or dry” look. Thank you!!!!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes water is a killer

[@jameshunter9422]

Subscribed just because you managed to have Layla for your intro. Very informative and great work as well.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@ryanhope3037]

This is a great video. I just bought a house with a similar looking patio as the second one in this video. There is a thin crack that runs through the middle. Do I need to address/repair this first?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Not really GL

[@joeolson6146]

Dude you are A1 in the concrete biz I just got my driveway done watched a lot of you vids I was on top those guys though the hole install lol.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Nice joTY

[@Matt-ix6ne]

Hey! Great video! How many coats do you do with the pump sprayer? Thanks

[@mattfinnigan8414]

Wish you guys were in SLC - we can't get our concrete guys to finish our project :( You definitely come off as loving the craft!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@Bootsystem66]

Good to watch but not helpful for newbies like me. Do you mix the sealer with water? what proportion etc

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

No, acetone

[@gilfernandes83]

Great video. You mentioned that you might have to remove the sealer if you have years of build up at 8.28. How would you remove the sealer?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Stripper

[@Jere616]

Fascinating demonstration of concrete maintenance.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@Christopher2211-t5o]

@@OdellCompleteConcretehi I got a large patio poured month and half ago by I have two hairline cracks around 3 feet long and all the joints cracked do I have to fill those cracks before I seal it

[@pridenprejudice2004]

I noticed you didn't follow with a roller. Is there any advantage to following behind with a roller? And, only one coat applied? Thanks!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Roller gets sticky real quick

[@amitchell4206]

What type exactly sealer did you used? I just saw another video but that guy was rolling the sealer (Behr) and that’s a lot of work for me and the patio is big so a sprayer is wayyyy better and faster!!! Thx!!

[@billgreen5196]

Did you ever find out the answer to what kind of sealer? I want to spray on also:-)

[@ralphcline6930]

You provide a lot of great tips and information in your free videos . Even Mickey d charges a buck for coffee . Thank you.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur

[@aarun3000]

Thoroughly done nice. Please let us know what sealer you used. And where you can get it.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Glaze and seal

[@boostjunkie2320]

starting my own business doing this thank you

[@AM2PMReviews]

So can I do this to my concrete around the pool to make the color come back? Will it make it slippery?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

You can do it, a non slip additive

[@Whiteslopes]

Does the sealant not overspray onto the house or that expensive turf? The original sealer that was applied right after pouring stained my dads brand new siding. I feel like a barrier of sorts is needed if you spray.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

This isn't siding or turf

[@markostankovic59]

Hey, thanks for vid. How long I need to wait before I stain new concrete. And also what do you recommend for dog kennel concrete sealer. Thanks

[@trublu2556]

Did you ever find out..

[@andrew-schutt]

It says at least 30 days on the sealant I bought

[@markostankovic59]

@@trublu2556 no

[@TylerHardisty]

I wonder if using a power broom with the stripper would work well

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

It does, I've did it. Actually a floor buffer with the right brush on it

[@Dsmobiledetailing2]

Are all surfaces slippery after applying the sealant? Or just the stamped surfaces?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Depends on type of sealer and how many coats

[@TheBriwood74]

Is the sealer very thick. Last time I sealed my patio the sealer was quite thick and I had to roll it on. It would by nice to use the sprayer next time like you.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

If you want thin sealer try glaze and seal. If you you want thick sealer that you an thin out try anything else.

[@guera4life63]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete if you use glaze and seal can you still use the addictive for helping with slips and falls?

[@jenn9579]

​@@guera4life63If I heard correctly in this video he said he used the granular with the sealer and it runs through the sprayer well.

[@techlifevideosj7219]

Easy job. Did a few jobs last summer, sealing the driveways. You need to watch for the wind and the plants. The end of the video, it very windy and the sealant sprayed on those decorative plants/flowers, will end up killing them. I never apply sealant in sprayer when it's windy. If windy, I roll the sealant.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

plants are inexpensive compared to concrete perfection

[@techlifevideosj7219]

Odell Complete Concrete sloppy way of attaining "perfection"! That's just not paying attention to small details and sometimes those small details, count the most.

[@p.b.sHUNTING]

The first patio you did had several stains…. The walkway had a ton or wand marks. Why did you not get those out before sealing.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I didn't notice that

[@p.b.sHUNTING]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete clearly visible in video

[@johngibbs7166]

Do you need to back roll after spraying?

[@Tcorse22]

If there is some moisture left in the concrete while sealing will it eventually evaporate through a water based sealer? My concrete wasn’t 100% dry when I sealed and it looks a little blotchy

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

You need to strip it

[@TimDCVA]

That’s a good idea about cleaning the stripper with acetone. I’ve always flushed it with water and had to wait a day to re-seal. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

for sure

[@rubengranados9301]

Is 30 days enough time to let the concret cure before staining it?

[@haystak1]

I’m about to reseal my stamped driveway using an oil based sealer, can I use the plastic deck sprayer?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Sure

[@haystak1]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete thanks

[@ChicagoTechGuy]

How many gallons of product does it typically take for a driveway and perhaps walk way as well? I know that’s a loaded question without dimensions, however just a standard driveway, 2 car fit.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

2 to 3 gallon

[@TheMannyboy123]

Random question but we have a gunite pool slide that has a stained finish. It’s losing it’s slippery coating. Contractor said they use a concrete/rock sealer on it. do you think I’d have to strip all old coating to keep it super smooth or could I just add a new shiny layer on top.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

ADD another coat of lacquer base, but add a non-slip additive

[@jeradschmit672]

When you have a lot of build up of sealer on existing concrete whats the best way to strip it, if its a large area?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Jasco stripper

[@G_Grip]

What sealer do you suggest. Have you ever sealed Kool decking around pools

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Installed cooldeck but never have I sealed it

[@greenrhinoproject]

what sealer did you use on non slip granial! Great video

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Sharks teeth

[@greenrhinoproject]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete and glaze n seal correct

[@bma4203]

So after a real good surface clean on concrete walkway or driveway what do u recommend using to seal it so it doesn’t get dirty again or less dirty..

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

It will always get dirty. The benefits of sealer is to prevent staining and premature surface wear

[@jacoblincoln324]

What color tip did you use with that sprayer? I have one but am unsure on which tip to use

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Cone

[@killingmasta737]

I got a question, why not use surface cleaner? I seen in the front where the steps were there were hard “etch” marks. Just curious

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

The biggest problem here is irrigation overspray

[@SuperStrangeone]

Hi,I recently pours a small patio ,stamped color concrete,,I want to know what is the best way to apply the sealer,,with a roller or sprayed on???and how do I avoid the white spots on it??do I wash it and let it dry and seal next day??its been 3 weeks since I poured the concrete,,if I roll it on should I avoid getting too much sealer on the roller,or should I just spray it on??and how many coats??

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I like diluting sealer and spraying for a fine even multiple coats.

[@cray7139]

What do u diluted with?

[@SuperStrangeone]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete what do I dilute it with??

[@abelgonzalez5937]

What kind of sealer did you use I just poured a color and stamp slab and am looking around to find the right sealer I’m aiming for a semi gloss look if you have any suggestions thanks.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Glaze and seal

[@obuckeyeo5211]

What do you charge for that second job? I would assume like $1500? Just curious as I might be doing this for a customer soon and I’m not sure how to quote the job.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

That sounds about right

[@DreamwoodRings]

I have been told different things about this process...I have stamped "stained" or colored concrete. I can or cannot use a surface pressure washer to clean it?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Pressure washer will not work.

[@detectingohio5614]

Have u tried CLR for mineral deposits?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

NO but it's worth a try

[@joeschlotthauer840]

Is cutting cracks in concrete bad in other areas of the U.S. where there is freezing water...

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Not really, as long as the water can drain out before it freezes, or you can caulk the joints

[@bernardaurellado8321]

Hi can you tell what you used for the sealer? I have a newly poured concrete walkway pad and would like to preserve it. Also is there any way I can color the concrete after the pour? It came out lighter that we were expecting and would like the look to be darker. Any recommendations? Thanks

[@damon79]

You can tint your sealer with concrete resurfacing powder.

[@nancysmith9487]

Nice job, like the 300 grit feel, added to sealer...

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Great for exfoliating to

[@ccatdaddy64]

I do have have a chapin industrial sprayer for solvents. However, the two tips it came with are giving me tails. Why?

[@GamerGee]

Question if I used a water based sealer ( the dry look) and I wanted to switch to solvent. What’s the best way to switch or can I go that route

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Clean and apply

[@davidsanchez5380]

Do you have a video on how you would strip a slab that has a couple of coats of laquer?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Same way

[@davidsanchez5380]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete thanks

[@bobd.]

Did you install the artificial turf? The concrete and the turf both look good.

[@korlimservices4180]

Can you give the name of the stuff you used in the sealer to make the floor a non slip surface ?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Shark Teeth

[@korlimservices4180]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete Ok thanks. What i found is SharkGrip from H&C Concrete Products . They say that this type is a sort of plastic grit . And that its better compared to silica sand or aluminum oxide beads that have also been used, bcz these materials can change the appearance of decorative concrete. Are you familiar with this ?

[@Funexpected]

I've used Shark Grip and Surf Grip. It's essential, because once wet, the concrete is extremely slippery, and good luck using a snowblower on a driveway without it. The wheels and your feet will barely have traction.

[@joer3493]

did you originally do that terra cotta pour? it looks slick. i want something with roughly that same sq footage and style here in socal. how much would that run?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

8.00

[@makirichi]

I used a waterbase sealer on dry pressure washed one year exposed aggregate. Now, the result after 3 coats, sprayed and rolled at 24°C . Was supposed to be be wet look finnish and end up shiny drylook finnish. Is just the fact i did not hatched the concrete could have done that? Now, how should I strips all those waterbase layers of sealer after 2 months and be able to hatch the exposed aggregate concrete driveway? Since it is not solvent base and can't use xylene, acetone etc... how to remove the waterbase cured material from the surface? I guess since it looks like a shiny dry film on surface, it never penetrate at first place. I have a 1600sqft driveway to redo I feel devastated and powerless in front of the task i have to manage. Please help 🤕

[@alexlewis8468]

Love the finish and colours used in the original pour - what were they? I'm hooked on your channel! cheers from the UK

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@LilCutieBaybe206]

How long did it take to do that job?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

1 hour

[@jeff_9074]

When stripping sealer is cleaning it again with a degreaser when it dries necessary or should it be good to go for sealer? Thanks!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Should be good to go

[@fx6446]

Hello! I'm makinv cement pots. Can i just wipe the insides with sealer using paper towels? Or do i have to use paint brush? Thank you!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Depends on the type of sealer

[@krisaksonify]

Time to get yourself a floor buffer. They are handy for cleaning and stripping. Just a thought...

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

On a large area I definitely would

[@orion3267]

We use CLR to remove calcium, lime and rust. We put it in a bowl and soak our shower heads and you can see it dissolve the lime buildup. Once done, pour the the product back into container for future use. Since you were trying to remove a mineral based stain/buildup, CLR should work right?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes if its on top of the sealer

[@sunnybluesky440]

I plan to seal a large area of colored and stamped concrete. I bought a good pressure washer. Can I strip the old sealer with the pressure washer while cleaning the concrete? I can wait a day for it to dry before applying sealer. I was a very wet look when done. What quality sealer brand would you recommend for Wyoming which can get quite cold in the winter? I assume I will be applying it with a roller?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

the pressure washer may remove some sealer, ut not all of it. I would think a penetrating sealer would be better in those climate conditions

[@sunnybluesky440]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete Thank you for the reply. I purchased the pressure washer, the Yamaha surface cleaner attachment, squeegee, rubber boots. I have a large area to prep and seal. We have two large RV site pads with colored and stamped concrete. Now all I have to figure out is the exact gloss sealer, non slip grit and where to buy this stuff.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

GL

[@Helmuesi911]

Use the stripper from that red metal container for your solvent based sealers.. the klean strip brand in the blue metal container is geared more toward stripping latex and water based coatings.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

SOunds good

[@skottydawg987]

Great video, brother

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mark4668lighting]

So you can you a plastic sprayer to seal it instead of a metal one,??,

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Sure

[@alfaroalex67]

Anotha great video. How long should i wait to seal my 2 week old patio?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

maybe 2 more weeks

[@alfaroalex67]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete thanks brother. Ur a concrete legend. I did my own patio and ur videos were a huge motivation. I did the diamond pattern saw cut with band. Came out great. Thanks again

[@steveschroeder1670]

Love the video. I'm going to try and use the "disposable" sprayer you used in the video. Most of the sealer application instructions suggest using the sprayer then following with a roller to even it out. Is there a reason why you don't do that step? Should I skip that. I'm just re-sealing a stamped concrete patio similar to the one in the second half of this video.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

That's true for water base

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

The sealer I use is sticky fast

[@SGliderGuy]

Many are forced to use a roller to even out the sealer because their sprayer does not atomize well. Using a new disposable sprayer can eliminate the need for a roller.

[@danmcglynn6838]

80's

[@EatingChemicalFree]

Do you think (or know) that that HDX Sprayer will spray Butterfeild's ClearGuard with anti-skid added? Thanks

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I don't know

[@EatingChemicalFree]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete What sealer do you use?m Thanks...

[@davidodell2160]

@@EatingChemicalFree Well I'm in California, so I'm almost limited to a water base sealer, so I'm not the guy to ask.

[@douglasmoore8033]

Question, I'm about to seal all of my exposed pami deck with Glaze n seal wet look laquer sealer. Can I use a roller to apply?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

yes

[@franciscosanchez8176]

How often do you resealed stamp concrete is there a seal that would make stamped concrete look wet

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

whenever it's looking bad

[@jimlahey988]

What sprayer did you use ? And which brand of sprayer do you think is best for putting stains ?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

A disposable 1 gallon 10.00 sprayer

[@jeff_9074]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete any brand name in particular you recommend? Is this just the weed sprayer ones?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

@@jeff_9074 Yes its a simple plastic garden sprayer

[@jeff_9074]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete okay, thanks.

[@dolphin3299]

How much PSI for power wash? How much for those two jobs? Thanks

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

2700psi

[@BluntsWorth]

What’s the difference between saw cut joints and ones made with a trowel? The joints in my concrete walkways are massive, maybe a full inch in some places. Always hated it.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

That's the difference. Big and small, same goal

[@AG-cf4hd]

What type or brand of sealer are you recommending? Thanks

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Glaze and seal

[@jessicadenike5245]

Thanks for sharing this video!:) I have a question 🤔 I am planning to remodel my bathroom and am planning for a full concrete shower and flooring, I don't want the concrete to have any shine to it. Are there matte sealers that are good for showers? Thanks again.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes there is many, there all comparable

[@jessicadenike5245]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete thank you very much :)

[@cray7139]

Love your videos much appreciated... ?What type of sealer do you recommend if you dont want to reseal every couple years and still get a wet look was thinkn some kind if penetrating type and what brand??

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Glaze and seal

[@jakevote8978]

What do you think about investing in a horizontal surface sprayer. Might help you get the surface prepped faster. That’s what I use for my pressure washing company

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

That's interesting

[@Elsanta666]

I seen some sealer being applied with roller, will spraying give you the same results

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes

[@rubengranados9301]

What do you use to clean the concret

[@r.a.m.productions1229]

How much sealer did this require? Looks great.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I think I used 7 gallons

[@r.a.m.productions1229]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete Ouch... looking to do my driveway... don't think they make an inexpensive sealer. Thanks.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

They are all expensive.

[@phigo4kins]

What Is the Brand Acrylic Sealer that You used?

[@elainenilsson5472]

Maybe I missed it but what kind of sealer did you use and does it come thin enough to use in a sprayer or did you have to thin it?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

All lacquer bases I thin except glaze and seal

[@claytonminnich2821]

I had my stamped concrete done almost a year ago the guy never came back to seal it and I'm just now getting around to have time to do it what advice can u give me as far as what to use I want a wet look but non slip

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Depends what state your in.

[@claytonminnich2821]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete texas southeast

[@rustynails68]

Thanks man. You answered my questions.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Great

[@rustynails68]

Do you have problems with tinted sealer? Will acetone work as a thinner?

[@llamacebu216]

What size short nap roller for inside smooth concrete for sealer? Also I'd use a surface cleaner instead of the wand when pressure washing

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

3/8"

[@wvvalencia]

Would vinegar work to remove the hard water deposits?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

no these deposits were deep

[@TyphoonVstrom]

It looks like the deposits actually affected the sealer, not the concrete below. Which is what the sealer is there to do- save the concrete.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Exactly

[@Noorstud]

Can I paint the concrete and then apply the sealer?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Sure

[@flat4wankel]

How can i stripped off sealer or how long would it last? Some guy did sealer on my concrete and did horrible job on it

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Stripper

[@flat4wankel]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete may i ask which product? Or you come over and make a video. I am located in the IE i lost sleep its really bad job

[@DavidHernandez-xx3ol]

What kind/brand of sealer do you use?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

matcrete

[@bhadz100]

Odell rules!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@whuzzzup]

That's a really beautiful color and pattern.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@xanthanx]

My sitting wall for our patio has patches where it is kinda white and discolored. The contractor added some kind of powder colorant to give it a bark gray color. It was not sealed before the cold weather and snow set in. Any suggestions for me to "repaint" it? Thanks for your video. I always look at tons of them and it helped educate me as a homeowner. Also, you have a soothing voice. 👍

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I don't what would hold up in that weathet

[@xanthanx]

@@OdellCompleteConcreteThanks!

[@haze2477]

I have nothing to do with concrete but still, must watch it 😁

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@luvsaTKO]

I just had some concrete done in my backyard and I’m going to sell it. I have a dog should I not let him near the newly sealed concrete for like two days? Can it be harmful if he walks and sleeps on it? Thank you

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

@@luvsaTKO Maybe

[@devachapman6315]

great job guys! I know this is an older video but any idea on the color you used for this job? was it stained after poured or mix in? thanks.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Mixed in

[@marcoprocopio5316]

Great video 👍 Would you use a roller to apply the sealer on a smaller concrete patio?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes you can!

[@conejoazteca685]

To me is much better Use a roller Spraying looks like some spots are non covered equal

[@Ac22768]

@@conejoazteca685 That's what I thought too -- especially the first video. It doesn't look good at all.

[@patrickpk6299]

what type of sealer do you use? what type of non stick granules?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Glaze and seal.

[@angelthepeoples1073]

What type of cement is that I did a job today n that cement drove me crazy it still looks dirty after i pressure washed it !!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Portland

[@addictionpsychdoc]

Enjoyed your video. How long after new concrete has been laid down do you need to wait to apply the sealant? Thank you🙂

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

30 days

[@mxtafsa]

should i use acestone? i am not sure if i need to ?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

You don't have to, but it does make it easier

[@mxtafsa]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete are there any noticeable benefits?

[@troyf8865]

What type of seal do you use

[@KJ-tq3sm]

What sealer product did you use? link?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Out of business