New Stamped Concrete & Exposed Aggregate Surfaces

SealKastle – Quality by Nature

For over 25 years, SealKastle companies have been restoring some of the most poorly installed and tarnished surfaces. When It comes to the INSTALLATION of NEW surfaces, SealKastle has the expertise and knowledge required to provide high-quality and commercial grade installations that will last much longer than alternative installations for similar surfaces.

All surface installations come down to some basic rules of thumb for longevity and by following these basic principles:

1- Better bases- Whether it is a concrete driveway, new interlocking, or asphalt, it all comes down to what is under the surface. Better quality and deeper bases for interlock, material underlays, and more reinforcement of rebar all play a huge part in how long your will surfaces last. SealKastle Quality ensures that bases are installed according to code and beyond because we believe that, as with all things in life, your base is what you build on for future longevity,

2- Quality Techniques – Even though most installations will appear to have been carried out in the same way, there are many procedures that (if not followed properly) can result in surface failure. The way in which concrete and expansion joints are stamped and finished, the consistency of material mixtures for wall overlays, and temperatures of installations all play a huge role in the final outcome and longevity of any surface.

3- Materials used – Defining the “right material” can be a relatively small or unnoticeable difference in type or quality. However, this can mean the difference between an installation that is either long-lasting or a failure.

4- Tools and equipment – We believe that the saying “with the right equipment a project can be done in a fraction of the time” is very true and we strive to live this out in all our operations.

5- Finally, experience and/or the training of installers. Many fly-by-night companies have little or no experience, use the incorrect techniques and, when things fail, will not answer phone calls or will simply disappear. SealKastle uses highly experienced installers with backgrounds you can trust. With us, things simply do not go wrong and if touch-ups or maintenance is required, you can be assured that SealKastle will be there for your full support.

6. Continue the stamping sequence.
Impress the stamps into the surface by walking on the tools, followed by a light tamping.

As stamps are placed, someone should use a hand roller to touch up joints where necessary.

7. Do detailing work as necessary.
As stamps are placed, someone should use a hand roller to touch up joints where necessary.

8. Remove residual release agent and apply curing compound Don’t apply curing compound until the residual release agent is washed off.  Once clean and dry, spray on a liquid membrane-forming curing compound or a cure and seal. If using a clear or tinted liquid release, apply the curing membrane to the slab the same day.

9. Install joints Cut expansion joints at the correct depth and space soon after placement to provide stress relief. Form joints in the concrete as it begins to set using a groover or wait to cut the joint until after the concrete has set using a saw with a diamond or abrasive blade. A sawed joint is less noticeable than grooving.

Use a V-shaped groover to install control joints in the fresh concrete (or with a handheld saw, if set). Expansion joints should be cut at least one-fourth of the slab thickness.

10. Seal the concrete, SealKastle Cure and Seal technique. Once curing is complete, apply a finish coat of sealer. Do not apply the sealer too heavily. Apply sealer by spraying when the stamped pattern has deep grout lines.