In Wisconsin, the wide range of environmental factors can cause an accelerated aging of exposed surfaces and fixtures. Fortunately, the process can be slowed dramatically, saving homeowner’s money and preserving the great look of many surfaces.
Surfaces At Risk
Water is the culprit, according to Olson. With wood surfaces, as natural protection break downover time, water seeps in and can cause splits and warping. When adding temperature into the equation, imagine what occurs during a mid-winter melt. Water seeps into the surface, wood or concrete, and can freeze again causing bigger splits and fractures. Common surfaces at risk include: Decks, Fences, Furniture, Play Sets, Patios, Retaining Walls, Sidewalks/Walk Ways, Driveways, Garage Floors.
When you look at wood and concrete, both surfaces are porous and susceptible to water damage that can be fade worse with the thawing/freezing cycle. Your concrete drive way is like a big, gray sponge.
Prove It? Alright…
So you ask, “Where is this highly technologically advanced coating being used now to extend the life of exposed surfaces?” Following is a
short list to give you an idea what type of structures are being protected by this technology:
- New York Stock Exchange
- Naval Academy in Annapolis
- Pentagon
- Carnegie Hall
- White House
- 1000’s of others…
The great news is that this great ‘green’ technology is available to homeowners in Wisconsin for the first time. To get the protection your home deserves, the best thing you can do is to put nano technology to work for you.
Space Age Technology… Literally
Fortunately, new technology for sealants has been perfected through our space program. One of the founders of the process SealwiZe uses, Dr. Dan Ostrander, a Molecular Scientist who worked with NASA to create coatings for the space program, has used nano technology to create the closest thing to a permanent seal that exists today for homeowners. Because it is an inorganic product using natural compounds (minerals, etc.), it does not break down like organic compounds, and, virtually all commonly used products are organic.
