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Apply First Coat: Cut-In Edges

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HOW TO RESTORE CONCRETE SEALER. Restoring faded colored concrete. Sealing stained concrete.

What happens here

Using a small throw-away brush, carefully apply the Solvent Seal 25 to the edges of the concrete surface, such as against walls, planter beds, or expansion joints. This technique, known as 'cutting in,' ensures clean lines and coverage in areas where a roller might be too large or messy. The video shows this being done on the steps and edges of the front porch and on the perimeter of a stained concrete square in the driveway. The sealant is non-water based and will bring back the original color and a glossy sheen.

Goal: Apply the first thin coat of sealant to all edges and intricate areas.

Tools and materials

  • Small Cut-in Bucket — Holding sealant for brush application
  • Solvent Seal 25 INNOTECH — Sealing the concrete edges
  • Throw-Away Brushes — Applying the sealant precisely to edges