I have a 1.5-year-old driveway that was sealed by the contractor after installation. We live in central Ohio where in the winter they use lots of salt on the roads. My concrete is already spauling or chipping from the salt. Will your product be able to stop this? If so what do I need to do to properly prepare the surface for your sealer?

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I have a 1.5-year-old driveway that was sealed by the contractor after installation. We live in central Ohio where in the winter they use lots of salt on the roads. My concrete is already spauling or chipping from the salt. Will your product be able to stop this? If so what do I need to do to properly prepare the surface for your sealer?

Status: Open Apr 26, 2026 - 11:31 AM

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Apr 26, 2026 - 11:31 AM

To help reduce future peeling and salt-related surface damage, we recommend the following steps:
1. Wash the driveway with SealGreen Driveway Cleaner, then rinse using a pressure washer set to no more than 3,000 PSI. This will remove dirt, residue, and any loose or weak areas on the concrete surface.
2. Allow the driveway to dry for 24 hours before applying SealGreen Concrete Sealer.
3. Apply SealGreen Concrete Sealer and allow it to dry for 2 hours, then apply a second coat.

4. After the final coat, allow the driveway to dry for at least 12 hours before exposing it to water or opening it to foot or vehicle traffic.

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