Safe cement sealer - Aquaponic Gardening2024-03-28T09:14:22Zhttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/forum/topics/safe-cement-sealer?commentId=4778851%3AComment%3A423291&feed=yes&xn_auth=noEpoxies typically break down…tag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2012-12-17:4778851:Comment:4238172012-12-17T19:50:59.647ZPhil Kabzahttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/PhilKabza
<p>Epoxies typically break down from exposure to UV in sunlight; hopefully they have taken that into consideration in their recommendation, or you do not have an exposed condition around the pool perimeter that will cause you future trouble.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>G Mo said:…</cite></p>
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<p>Epoxies typically break down from exposure to UV in sunlight; hopefully they have taken that into consideration in their recommendation, or you do not have an exposed condition around the pool perimeter that will cause you future trouble.<br/> <br/> <cite>G Mo said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://community.theaquaponicsource.com/forum/topics/safe-cement-sealer?commentId=4778851%3AComment%3A423727&xg_source=msg_com_forum#4778851Comment423727"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Thanks! I contacted AquaticEcosystems and ordered an epoxy from them. Everyone had an opinion, but they are experts.<br/> <br/> <cite>Phil Kabza said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://community.theaquaponicsource.com/forum/topics/safe-cement-sealer?xg_source=activity#4778851Comment423291"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>There are a number of cementitious waterproofing compounds for application to concrete that are also rated as safe for use with potable water (NSF/ANSI 61). Aquafin-1K is one. We've specified it in grey water cisterns. Confirm your planned application with the manufacturer. The concrete surface may need treatment to ensure a good bond: scarification, or light sand blasting, may be needed.</p>
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<p>I can't say that this will be "inexpensive." The world is littered with failed coating projects where people tried to save a few bucks.</p>
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</blockquote> Thanks! I contacted AquaticE…tag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2012-12-17:4778851:Comment:4237272012-12-17T19:41:37.671ZG Mohttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/GMo
<p>Thanks! I contacted AquaticEcosystems and ordered an epoxy from them. Everyone had an opinion, but they are experts.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Phil Kabza said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://community.theaquaponicsource.com/forum/topics/safe-cement-sealer?xg_source=activity#4778851Comment423291"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>There are a number of cementitious waterproofing compounds for application to concrete that are also rated as safe for use with potable water (NSF/ANSI 61).…</p>
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<p>Thanks! I contacted AquaticEcosystems and ordered an epoxy from them. Everyone had an opinion, but they are experts.<br/> <br/> <cite>Phil Kabza said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://community.theaquaponicsource.com/forum/topics/safe-cement-sealer?xg_source=activity#4778851Comment423291"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>There are a number of cementitious waterproofing compounds for application to concrete that are also rated as safe for use with potable water (NSF/ANSI 61). Aquafin-1K is one. We've specified it in grey water cisterns. Confirm your planned application with the manufacturer. The concrete surface may need treatment to ensure a good bond: scarification, or light sand blasting, may be needed.</p>
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<p>I can't say that this will be "inexpensive." The world is littered with failed coating projects where people tried to save a few bucks.</p>
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</blockquote> There are a number of cementi…tag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2012-12-17:4778851:Comment:4232912012-12-17T03:11:03.521ZPhil Kabzahttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/PhilKabza
<p>There are a number of cementitious waterproofing compounds for application to concrete that are also rated as safe for use with potable water (NSF/ANSI 61). Aquafin-1K is one. We've specified it in grey water cisterns. Confirm your planned application with the manufacturer. The concrete surface may need treatment to ensure a good bond: scarification, or light sand blasting, may be needed.</p>
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<p>I can't say that this will be "inexpensive." The world is littered with failed coating…</p>
<p>There are a number of cementitious waterproofing compounds for application to concrete that are also rated as safe for use with potable water (NSF/ANSI 61). Aquafin-1K is one. We've specified it in grey water cisterns. Confirm your planned application with the manufacturer. The concrete surface may need treatment to ensure a good bond: scarification, or light sand blasting, may be needed.</p>
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<p>I can't say that this will be "inexpensive." The world is littered with failed coating projects where people tried to save a few bucks.</p>