The Truth About Ever-Seal

Permanent sealing is a relatively newly available process that saves time and money, but most people have trouble understanding exactly what permanent sealing from the inside out does, and does not do. We've put together a list of some of the biggest misunderstandings people have about permanent sealing.

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Ever-Seal provides superior, long-lasting protection, but it doesn't make wood, concrete, and masonry invincible.

Our service is your wood or concrete's best possible protection against moisture related damage. We seal from the inside, strengthening the material, and adding extra protection and pest detterance that typical sealing processes do not, but your deck, driveway, or fence is still out in the elements and exposed to the same dangers. Keeping these surfaces sealed slows the wear and prevents mold, Ever-Sealing them slows and prevents even more.

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Still seeing mold?

Ever-Sealing makes your exterior surfaces low-maintenance, but not no maintenance. It'll do a much better job of preventing mold from entering the interior then top-coats and you won't need to spend hours pressure washing anymore, but shady, moist areas will still breed mold. With Ever-Seal you get the moisture resistance of composite with the beauty and feel of real wood (and far less warping). Even a composite deck can grow mold if not left clean and dry. If you see mold growing on wood or concrete, we recommend using Krud Kutter and a hose with a pressure nozzle. If mold is left alone too long, you may need to scrub or use a pressure washer if it's a large area, but you will find that mold has not penetrated into the surface.

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Ever-Seal is not a wood stain.

The outer surface of Ever-Sealed wood retains its natural color, and many homeowners prefer the natural greying effect. This is actually the wood's natural protection agains UV light. Ever-Sealed wood can be stained or painted and the surface will retain the paint or stain nearly 2x longer!

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It deters carpenter bees better than traditional painting or sealing, but is not a replacement for standard pest-control methods.

It's well-known that the best thing you can do to keep wood-boring pests away is to keep wood painted or sealed. Ever-Seal bonds with wood, creating a substance that is far less desirable than even painted wood to most wood-boring pests. It is a great addition to, but not a replacement for taking the measures your pest-control professional advises.
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Ever-Sealing protects concrete from future moisture related damage, faults in construction or erosion can still cause cracks.

The permanent sealing process makes concrete notably stronger and is the best possible way to prevent chipping, flaking, and hairline cracks caused by freeze-thaw cycles. The added strength is a great extra prevention against roots splitting your concrete, but there is no better way to prevent large cracks than ensuring your slab is properly supported and reinforced.

We once received an email from a customer who was displeased that plants were able to grow in the gaps between their concrete slabs. Although we explain that plant root damage is less likely, sealing concrete cannot stop plants from growing in gaps or pre-existing cracks.
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Your deck or driveway might look strange during the curing process.

As the sealant cures on your surface it will begin to shed the outer layer, leaving the natural, non-slip feel of your wood or concrete. As this happens you may experience a hazy, white material on the surface. Don't be alarmed, as it cures this will go away.

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Why you can't buy our sealant.

Our sealing chemical supplier only distributes to a select few companies that are certified in the installation process. It requires a heavy duty cleaning process using highly specialized equipment and training to ensure the sealant penetrates up to 8 inches.
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How the 25 year warranty works.

Our warranty covers the cost of our service and materials to come and re-seal any improperly sealed surfaces, but is not additional coverage against damage to your deck, fence, or driveway. If damage does occur, we will come and re-seal any repaired surfaces for free.

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