Masonry Magazine September 2008 Page. 27
The trigger spray bottle application will cause minimal wetting, but you don't want to get any run down, so use small amounts and catch the run off with a damp cloth. When the chemical is applied, you'll see an obvious marker where the mortar is cleaned once the foaming stops. You can reapply the cleaner as necessary to assure an even cleaning: the cleaner won't change the color of the mortar.
Rinsing with clean water and the spray bottle, again catching any run off with a clean damp cloth, is the final step. The finished stone or brick will look clean and have a crisper color than before.
Another interior challenge is sealing the now-clean product. Zach Fatla, brand manager for SureBond, explains, "An interior product does not require the same UV stability and weather-resistance as an outdoor sealer. In most cases, water-based products can be used in both interior and exterior applications. Water-based products are safe and user friendly, a better alternative to solvent-based products when working in an indoor setting. The biggest question is making sure there is proper air flow and circulation to ensure proper curing of the sealer." Tom Inglesby
Pre-Formed Flashing
No job site cutting, bending or forming saves time and money.
• Corners, drip edge, end dams and mechanically keyed flashing offer the perfect fit without the extra work.
• Aesthetically appealing, durable and simple to use. The beautiful way to maintain a watertight environment.
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• Air-Tight Self-Adhesive Membrane wraps the structure to create an effective barrier against air, moisture, pollutants and other suspended particulates.
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