Aldon Sealer Selector

Step Four: Making the selection

First: Choose the Number of the desired gloss level - - - - - - - - - ( click here for the definition of Wet Look )
Note: Your choice should correspond to what you saw in the

Pros/Cons And Pictures Of All Surface Types

for your surfacing.

(For example: You would be "E-2 or 3" if you wanted a high gloss on your Mexican Tile)

Remember: As you choose the sealer below - gloss and color enhancement are two separate things.

A sealer can have no gloss, a little gloss, a high gloss - and not create any difference to basic colors.
A sealer can have no gloss, a little gloss, a high gloss - and also enhance basic colors.
Therefore, note the "ENH" column on the grid below, as well as the gloss level selection that follows here:


#1 - Little or no gloss with up to 3 applications
#2 - Slight to high gloss with up to 3 applications
#3 - Medium to high gloss in 1 application (depending on absorption).

Next: Selecting the Sealer section:

Continuing the above example:
Going down the "E" column to the 2's and 3's for your Mexican Tile with high gloss:

You would choose Mexiglaze if you want to enhance the tile colors
Or Crystal Glaze if you wanted to leave the colors natural

Remember that gloss can be increased (by a sealer that provides gloss) with additional applications. And that Lifeguard will add another level of gloss on it's own, as well as protect the gloss of the sealer.

Select The Indicated Sealer: (click its name or picture to see its label instructions and special information)

SEALER NAME
*ENH

DEN

BAR

TYPE

AVG
sq ft
GAL
A B C D E F G H I J K L M

S-B-S Sealer
Y

Y

Y

Penetrating
Solvent

400
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2

Porous Stone Sealer
Y

Y

Y

Penetrating
Solvent

500
2 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 3 2 2

Mexiglaze
Y

Y

Y

Penetrating
Solvent

400
2 2 2 3 2

Same Day Sealer (no gloss on any surface type)
N

N

Y

Penetrating
Water

400
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Crystal Glaze
N

N

N

Coating
Water

500
3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Fine Stone Sealer
N

N

N

Penetrating
& Coating
Water

200
-1200
1 1 1 1

( * Color enhancing results can vary depending on surfacing characteristics; such as absorption, natural color variations, etc. )

Labels with full application instructions can be seen on each products page located within the .
At this point you should now have a very good idea of what sealers to test to achieve a really good seal job. But, what if those choices do not give you the gloss level you want? Not only will Aldon Lifeguard protect your sealer from traffic wear, it will also add additional gloss - layer by layer.
Click here to order More questions about sealers? See

S-B-S Sealer	Porous Stone Sealer	Mexiglaze
Same Day Sealer	Crystal Glaze	Fine Stone Sealer

Tips about how many applications of a sealer to apply: (This may vary somewhat from sealer to sealer and surface type to surface type)

It is not a matter of a set number of coats. You apply as many applications as are required to reach your goals. It varies with your technique and the absorption of the surfacing.
One heavy application is better than two light ones. This is explained on the label.
The first application is the most important and is the one that gives you a good seal job. The following applications are only to complete the sealing or to get the finish look you want.
Please read the label and note the description of the process of penetration, buildup, etc.
The label is not just on the package. It is also reproduced on the product's web page in the Product List section. Look toward the bottom of that page. You will also see a button for tips/troubleshooting. That page talks about all the things that should be considered on any project and will give you an even more clear picture of the whole process as it might apply to you. There is even a link to print the label in other languages.
You should not have to re-apply an Aldon sealer unless it wears down from traffic wear. See Aldon Lifeguard to prevent traffic wear.
Ordering is always recommended as the best way to make decisions and avoid surprises. Applying a small sample test area is a different process than the entire floor. See sample bottle label for directions.