686 Plus Sealer

DESCRIPTION: ULTRA HIGH GLOSS 686 PLUS is a Self-Crosslinking Acrylic /Polyurethane low V.O.C. Sealer that has great chemical resistance, early water-resistance, and good hot tire resistance. 686 PLUS has a v.o.c. below 100 which meets all Socal A.Q.M.D. requirements. It performs like, and looks like oil based lacquer, but it is water based, and a breathable sealer. Use 686 PLUS in areas where hydrostatic pressure exists. This product makes oil based lacquer obsolete. 686 PLUS meets, or beats the performance any product in gloss, depth of shine, protection and hardness. And it is easy to work with, and no overwhelming, or depressing heavy odors.

ULTRA HIGH GLOSS 686 PLUS is both a sealer and decorative finish for use on porous surfaces like stone, masonry, paver tiles, brick, clay and concrete. It provides a hard shell water resistant shiny finish that gives the appearance of a wet ceramic glaze. The results are revolutionary compared with other oil, or water based products.
 If you have not used 686 PLUS before; try some on a test sample to see that it is the effect you desire. If more traction is
needed; an anti-skid agent can be added.

DIRECTIONS: When applying ULTRA HIGH GLOSS 686 PLUS on paver tiles; first install tiles then clean well and let dry. Apply 686 PLUS with a brush, sprayer or roller, or sponge mop.
Be sure to work first coat into tiles so sealer penetrates deep into tile. When visibly dry; apply light coat. If the surface darkens like it is getting wet, it is not sealed yet, and needs another coat. When you apply the coat where the surface does not darken like it is wet; it is sealed.
Let dry over night. Grout the pavers. Wait for grout to cure, then after cleaned and dry; again apply ULTRA HIGH GLOSS 686 PLUS as above to the grout and stone. Work in well into grout. 686 PLUS will help strengthen grout as well as add to the beauty. Extra coats will add to the depth of shine. Allow 48 to 72 hours for the surface to cure. Walk on traffic in 4 hours.
DO NOT APPLY SEALER UNLESS THE SURFACE IS COMPLETELY DRY AND NEUTRALIZTED FROM ANY ACID USE.
For use on brick and stone; above directions apply.
COVERAGE: One gallon of ULTRA HIGH GLOSS 686 PLUS will cover approximately 200 to 250 square feet per gallon, depending on how porous the surface is. That is how much sealer we estimate on an average
surface to get it totally sealed.

LIMITS: Do not use below 55 degrees, or in hot mid-day direct sun. Do not let HIGH GLOSS 686 PLUS puddle or run down vertical surfaces. When testing for desired results; be sure to allow 48 to 72 hours for curing.

CAUTION: Although 686 PLUS is a relatively tame product; use rubber gloves when applying. Avoid contact with skin. Prolonged
exposure to vapors may be harmful or fatal. Use in well ventilated area. In conditions which do not permit good ventilation; use of a
breathing apparatus is recommended.

NOTICE: Our only obligation shall be to refund purchase price or replace any of our product proved to be defective. Beyond purchase price of materials supplied by us, we assume no liability for damages of any kind and the user accepts the product "as is" and without warranties either expressed or implied. The suitability of the product for an intended use shall be solely up to the user.

STORE ABOVE 40 F         DO NOT FREEZE

You want some specifics on how 686 PLUS out-performs:

(1) We did a side by side early water-resistance test with a name brand sealer marketer that rushed their new
low v.o.c. sealer to market, kicking and screaming all the way. These marketers wanted to continue
selling high v.o.c. products, but they were required to sell only low v.o.c. products.

We did a test to show what would happen if it rained shortly after applying the sealer.
We applied 3 coats of the marketer’s sealer on one side of a slate, and 686 PLUS on the other.
We let them dry for one hour. Then we submersed the slate in water. The marketer’s side totally failed within minutes with water resistancy. 686 PLUS totally rejected the water.
Then we let the slate sit for 2 hours. We then removed the slate, and let it dry.
The marketer’s side was soft, opaque, and damaged. It would have to be stripped. The 686 PLUS side was undamaged. We do not suggest you seal knowing rain is on the way, but you can do this test, and see the superior performance.

(2) The hot tire tests performed with these resins show superior tire mark rejection than two part epoxies used to coat auto service station work areas. No low v.o.c. acrylic sealer comes anywhere close to this performance. Bear in mind that sealers can resist tire marks, but no finish will totally reject tire marks.

(3) There is another fancy marketing company with beautiful packaging. They have some company
produce their low v.o.c. products for them. We tested side by side with this product in the area of re-coat.
We applied a coat of the marketing company's sealer to one side, and 686 PLUS to the other side.
When visibly dry; we applied a second coat. The marketing company's sealer streaked, and formed
ugly white crystals. If you applied the marketing company's sealer carefully, and just right;
you would get a passable shine.
686 PLUS went on smooth, and looked beautiful. The look was that of a wet glass-like ceramic tile.

(4) We also looked at the human exposure factor with the company mentioned in (3) versus 686 PLUS.
The marketing company sealer has a strong benzyl alcohol smell. 686 PLUS has a relatively low odor.
With 686 PLUS we formulated with the newest, safest chemicals available.

Why the concern of the candy-like odor of benzyl alcohol? Let me take quote from a benzyl alcohol
material safety data sheet.
*** "...WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED, INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. AFFECTS CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM...."
"...Potential Health Effects: Inhalation: Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath. May be absorbed into the bloodstream with symptoms similar to ingestion.
Ingestion: Large doses may cause sore throat, coughing, labored respiration, dizziness, dullness, abdominal pain, vomiting, central nervous system depression, convulsions, and death due to respiratory failure.
Skin Contact: May cause irritation, redness, pain, and tissue injury. May be absorbed through the skin with symptoms paralleling ingestion.
Eye Contact: Causes irritation, redness, and pain. Can cause eye damage.
Chronic Exposure: Chronic exposure may cause skin effects. ..."
***(quote from -  http://www.jtbaker.com/msds/englishhtml/b1885.htm )

Bearing in mind that we at Duro Shine Sealers LLC are formulating with the safest chemical solutions available;
sealers are all products that have some level of toxicity, and should be handled, and used carefully according
with the protective measures printed on the bottle, and at the web sites.
For any further concerns; contact the manufacturer of the sealer you are using.

(5) Level of gloss, clarity, and the enhancement of colors. We have tested several name brand low v.o.c. sealers,
and find the level of gloss to be slightly worse, or equal to high v.o.c. sealers. We did not see any that gave any superior
level of shine, or much in terms of color enhancement, and none that had the lacquer wet glass look.
686 PLUS stands alone in it's wet-look, incredible shine, and depth of color enhancement.

(6) Most of the name brand low v.o.c. products we tested were less hard than the higher v.o.c. products.
Regular acrylic products need alot of co-solvent component to form a hard film.
You need to lower the co-solvent to make the product low v.o.c., consequently you end up with a softer, less
durable plastic.
686 PLUS uses a self-crosslinking acrylic/ Poly that requires very little co-solvent to form a very hard surface.
We observe a superior hardness in 686 PLUS.
Bear in mind that these are all plastic coatings, and subject to scratching.

(7) 686 PLUS is a breathable coating. That means that vapor pressure below the stone can force it's way to the surface,
between the molecules of plastic. Oil based lacquer is not breathable, and should not be used on exterior walkways,
or floors where vapor may travel up from the earth through a slabe. 686 PLUS is non-yellowing, where oil based
lacquer darkens, and yellows.
686 PLUS makes oil based lacquer obsolete. Shouldn't be a surprise. Lacquers have been around since the 60's.
How many eight track tapes do you have still around. Technology marches on, and innovators bring you
the latest, greatest solutions for today's needs.

(8) If you currently use an oil based lacquer; check the packaging. If it says "...do not use where
hydrostatic pressure exists..."; do not attempt to use on a floor, unless you are sure no vapor pressure exists.
Most floors, and exterior surfaces need to release vapor (hydrostatic) pressure, and require a breathable sealer.
686 PLUS is a breathable sealer.

(9) Marketers have someone else manufacture a product they consider sellable, and dazzle you with great marketing.
It's all about hype, and market share, and no attention to quality.
We at Duro Shine Sealers LLC spend a great deal on research, and development. We manufacture our own

superior products, and now bring you a new generation of sealers. And by the way our new packaging is pretty nice !