How to Protect Your Driveway in the Winter
Concrete is known for being very strong and durable, but sometimes the environment can have a huge impact on these surfaces. Over time, the outside elements can deteriorate outdoor concrete, causing it to crack, discolor, and even mold. Ohio’s harsh winters can especially cause more wear and tear from all the salt, constant moisture with snow and ice, and fluctuating temperatures. Sealing your concrete surfaces can help prevent these weather mishaps.
As temperatures fluctuate to 32 degrees or lower during the winter season, moisture sets into the concrete and causes it to crack. Sealing your concrete can prevent the snow and ice from soaking into the concrete, causing it to weaken. A good sealer can coat the surface of your concrete and create a barrier against all this moisture. It’s important to remember that it’s better to apply the sealer when temperatures are warmer since most sealers require a temperature of 50 degrees or above to function properly.
Sealing decorative or colored concrete is especially important to keep it from becoming discolored or faded. The sealer also enhances the color and overall appearance of the surface. Not only can it help with appearance, but also with durability.
Mold can accumulate on concrete due to the exposure of moisture. If the concrete is sealed, it creates a better barrier against the moisture to prevent mold from occurring. Harsh Ohio winters also bring frequent use of salt on concrete surfaces. Salt leaves a white residue and breaks down the concrete, but a proper sealer is durable against salt.
There are many ways that sealing can help keep your concrete long-lasting and beautiful. Cutting Edge Concrete goes above and beyond in providing top-tier service for your sealing needs. Cutting Edge knows how the environment impacts concrete and will make sure to come out for an inspection before sealing. Their team will look at the condition, age of concrete, finish, and if other sealers have been used on it before. Want to learn more about Cutting Edge Concrete and services!? Check out our website for more information.