Product: "4 in 1 Sealer Concentrate"

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(a case = 4 gallons)
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4 sealer formulas in 1
lowers cost of your projects Formula California approved Adjustable to any surface type 1 gallon of this concentrate can make up to 4 gallons of sealer. A super simple dilution process for DIY or professional. |
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What "4 in 1 Sealer" does:
Note: Are you sealing a small, enclosed area (bathroom, shower, etc.)? Click here for safety information.
All solvent base liquids have an odor level to some degree. Some people are sensitive to solvents or may have physical conditions that dictate inhalation should be avoided. Read our labels regarding proper ventilation recommendations that apply to all solvent sealers from all manufacturers.
Regarding sealing in small, enclosed areas. Either use our water base sealers with some fresh air ventilation, or if using a solvent base sealer - follow the label recommendations about fans, cross ventilation, moving air to outdoors through windows or doorways.
. "4 in 1 Sealer" meets all restricted usage rules domestic and global, including in the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) in California. It is VOC exempt.
. When diluted it can create up to 4 gallons of sealer, and at lower cost.
. "4 in 1 Sealer" is diluted with Acetone. Acetone is a very common, inexpensive solvent found at all big box, hardware, and paint stores. It costs much less than a sealer. Acetone, like all fast drying solvents, is a flammable material with label cautions that need to be followed.
. Any sealer is really about the solids. The solids are carried by the liquid into the surfacing and left behind when the liquids evaporate. The liquid component is designed for drying time, air quality needs, penetration ability, etc. etc. Additional applications (and/or less dilution) build to the gloss level you want. This concentrate is designed around the rapid drying benefit of Acetone and the fact that, like the 4 in 1 Sealer Concentrate, Acetone is "VOC exempt" for air quality concerns.
. Because "4 in 1 Sealer" dilutes to any sealer solids level you want, you only need this one product. You don't need to invest in 2 or more sealers to take care of very different surfaces. You customize it to the solids level you want.
. Used by DIY and professional installers. Contractors would always have a gallon or two of this concentrate on hand to rapidly start any project of any surface type using their chosen solids level.
. When in doubt, a project can be started with the "SBS Sealer" dilution to accomplish the best penetration and bonding with unknown conditions. Then, the second application can be a higher solids level to achieve the desired finish. All with the one concentrate and varying dilutions.
. Storage: you only have one sealer to keep on hand for any future project, not 2 or more kinds. Less space needed, less money invested.
. You want a very tough surface. All our sealers are designed to be walked upon, therefore, they are resilient (don't crack) but are very tough.
. You want to strengthen a weak, eroding, or powdery surface.
. You want to stop efflorescence (white powder from below the surface).
. You want to make minor color differences in surfacing and/or grout blend together and even out.
. You want to be able to customize the gloss level.
. You want a sealer that is easily patched in the event of severe damage.
. You want a sealer that can be used on many more types of surfacing in the future.
Why would you want to use "4 in 1 Sealer"?:
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Suggested Dilutions, Application Instructions, Coverage, Health & First Aid, Emergency Contact, and more:
Suggested Dilutions, Application Instructions, Coverage, Health & First Aid, Emergency Contact, and more:

Discussions
How to select a sealer
An Aldon sealer does far more than just bead water and look pretty! To see what that is click here.
Your results may vary somewhat from these pictures due to variations in computer display and the surface materials themselves. Nevertheless, you will be able to see the differences well enough to make good choices.
Important: If your project has had any sealer applied in the past, it must be evaluated differently. To see why, Click here!
Sealer "solids" levels?
Here are the relative solids level of our petroleum solvent based sealers:
Lowest: SBS Sealer
Next level Higher: Penetrating Paver Sealer
Another level higher: Porous Stone Sealer
Highest level: Mexiglaze
A porous surface will require more gallons (more money) of a lower solids sealer than using a higher solids level sealer. That, plus different surfaces have different requirements, is why we make the different solids levels. They all work as described, so it is only a matter of which is best for your needs.
The more porous the surface, the more solids will be required to achieve the desired effects of gloss, strengthening, stopping efflorescence, etc.
The more porous the surface, generally the greater the need for the sealer to create a stronger surface.
An old sealer below the surface, even after stripping, will lower the absorption and porosity to some degree. Sometimes it is uneven below the surface and can create an uneven coloring effect with a color enhancing sealer applied later. Another reason to test first.
To see more of why the price per gallon has little to do with what will be your total project cost, click here. For other questions about sealers, see the FAQ Sealers link on the slide out menu.
Do not believe yet that you have the type of surfacing you were told:
Do not "pre-seal" - apply a sealer BEFORE grouting.
Colors fading?
You can stop efflorescence (white powdery stains)
Efflorescence (subsurface originating white powdery stains) is common with many surfaces. This can even occur before installation. However, it is easily made to disappear without scrubbing by using Aldon Efflorescence Treatment. If the white powder is old and is now "crystalline" that is bonded to the surface - it can be eaten away with Aldon Grout Residue Remover.
Renew a glossy finish
Aldon Sealer applications can be made hours or years later, but do not apply thin layer upon thin layer. Apply a sufficient quantity to insure below surface penetration & bonding. Or, for the solvent based penetrating sealers, test spraying lacquer thinner as an alternative to slightly melt and reform the surface and not build too much gloss or create sealer "layering". A layer of sealer on top of another layer of sealer can result in poor bonding between layers and that can cause separation peeling that looks grayish.
Concerned about Doing It Yourself or what your contractor says?
Our goal for our contractor customers - NO CALL BACKS. A good contractor will understand the logic of Aldon application instructions on the labels and will not take shortcuts. If a contractor does not agree, feel free to let us find out what is so unusual about this particular project so the contractor does not have to return.
Frequently Asked Questions -

It is not a problem with the product! (They all do what we say they do!)
It is very important that you understand this concept so you do not waste time and effort in the wrong direction. Instead, think about what might be different about the job conditions that you were told or believe. We will assist in identifying what that might be and save you considerable time.
. Your conditions may have been misdiagnosed! (It can happen, even with all the information we provide.) Contact Us with the details and we will assist.
. The surface conditions (absorption rate, contaminants, temperatures, etc.) are other than thought.
. And/or - it was not applied per label instructions! (The instructions are designed to overcome the above, and overcome job conditions of which you might not be aware.)
Click here for FAQ's and : for this product.
To see tips on protecting walls and baseboards with masking, click here.
All strippers, including Aldon "Premium Stripper" do not remove what is below the surface, therefore, test with water drops when finished to determine floors ability to allow sealer penetration. If the floor (including grout joints) beads water you do not need any more sealer. Just use "Lifeguard" on this still non-absorbent surface.
If removing an Aldon sealer (and that should never be necessary) - see sealer product page to determine the sealer type. Also see the sealer label for any special considerations.
Health & Safety:
Some people are allergic or sensitive to some chemicals, especially petroleum solvents. In that case, evaluate our water based products. With the solvent type products, immediately as applied use proper cross ventilation fans blowing across the floor and out the doors and windows. Do not use any chemical products from any manufacturer in a house with the sick, elderly, pets, babies, or other concerns.
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