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Applying Driveway Sealer
 

Application temperature must be a minimum of 60°F and rising. Do not apply when temperature is expected to drop below 60°F within a 24 hour period. Be sure to wear eye protection, gloves, long pants, and long sleeves when mixing and applying SealBest materials. In areas where dew or fog accumulates in the early evening, it is best to coat in the morning. Stop coating by early afternoon (3:00 pm) to prevent wash off, which will occur if dew, fog, or rain arrive before coating dries. Do not apply if rain is imminent or forecast within 24 hours of application. DO NOT USE ON CONCRETE SURFACES.

Stir pail thoroughly. If using a "No Stir" Gel formula product it's a good idea to turn pail over on it's lid and shake moderately back and forth prior to opening pail. This will loosen material in bottom of pail and make for easier pouring.

 

    
       
Perform all trim work first. Use a paint brush to get close to concrete areas (sidewalks, garages, etc.)
 
         
  Pour an even puddle (windrow) of sealer across driveway surface. It is important to continually add fresh material to the windrow throughout the sealing process. This is referred to as "Keeping a wet edge".  
         
Place a squeegee at an angle into the sealer. The majority of the squeeggee is outside the sealer windrow. Use only 6-8 inches of the squeegee when walking side to side - This gives you more control. (See photo at left)    
           
    Walk from side to side across driveway, stopping only to add fresh sealer to the windrow.  
 

This is a non-stop process. It's a good idea to have pails opened and ready before beginning the process. Constant walking from side to side is important to prevent material from setting up (drying) to quickly.
 
  For optimum performance (and warranty purposes) apply two coats at an application rate of no more than 350 square feet per 5-gallon pail per coat. Allow first coat to dry completely before applying second coat. Allow sealer to cure 24-48 hours before opening to vehicle traffic.
   

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