BR Sealing System Repair/Reseal Protocol

What should I do if the stain or spill is not easily removed from a countertop sealed with the Buddy Rhodes Sealing System?

Although the Buddy Rhodes Sealing System provides good stain protection, sometimes a harsh staining agent left on the surface will leave a mark that cannot be removed with standard cleaners. Blemishes such as deep scratches or surface etching may also occur depending on use. Often it is the sealer itself that has absorbed the staining agent or has been scratched, and the underlying concrete is unaffected. Sanding off the affected area to remove the sealer will often remove the stain or blemish. This surface would then need to be resealed.

If the blemish continues through to the concrete, or the sealer was already missing, additional sanding or diamond polishing may be required to eliminate the stain entirely. This may or may not have an impact on the surrounding area, as the sand and aggregate contained in the concrete will begin to appear more readily. Additional processing may be necessary in other areas to provide a cohesive appearance to the entire countertop. Buddy Rhodes Glazes can be used to “antique” or faux color the bare concrete surface, often disguising certain stubborn stains. If glazes will be used, the entire surface should be prepared for resealing prior to this coloring application. Poultices can be used on deeper oil type stains by using a solvent like denatured alcohol to cut and lift the oil to the surface, trapping the agent in the dry material.

Prior to sealing the countertop, the entire surface needs to be sanded/profiled to a 200- grit finish, for proper mechanical adhesion of the sealer. Clean the surface with water and wipe dry. A clean rag and acetone wipe will ensure the surface is free from debris or contaminants that may impede sealer adhesion.

Sealer re-application will begin with applying the Penetrating Sealer to the entire surface, taking note of any color change differences. The darkened areas should be allowed to stay wet slightly longer, ensuring full penetration of the sealer. Where the sealer has been removed, the concrete will absorb or accept more material than surrounding areas that may still have some sealer present. The goal is to even out the surface, adding penetrating sealer to any new area where there was none. Allow the Penetrating Sealer to dry and proceed with the Satin Sealer, following the instructions provided. Apply a minimum of four to six applications for a kitchen countertop.