TECHNICAL BULLETIN
Kemiko® Repels
Concrete
Coatings &
Floor systems
Silane/Solixane Sealer
(K51-1)
Description
Kemiko Repels (K51-1) is a 0-VOC, extremely user-friendly, waterborne silane/siloxane emulsion
for sealing Kemiko Stone Tone Stained concrete and other cementitious substrates. Kemiko Repels
Sealer is a water viscosity, single component product that is formulated to repel water, reduce
efflorescence and frost damage, allows substrate to breathe, has very little or no odor, does not
contain solvents, and preserves stained concrete color and natural gloss. Kemiko Repels Sealer is
resistant to UV and high alkalinity exposure.
Applications
Kemiko Repels K51-1 is applied to properly prepared stained and bare concrete, new and existing
stucco finishes, fired clay brick, and many other cementitious mortars. Typical applications include
commercial and residential driveways, walkways, facades, pool decks, stamped and stained
concrete, new architectural poured in place and precast concrete, and many other horizontal
and vertical above grade exterior surfaces requiring additional protection. Excellent replacement
product for high VOC solvent base water repellents and sealers with excellent wetting properties.
Not formulated to be applied over previously sealed substrate, non-porous substrate, Kemiko Dyes or
Rembrandt™ Polymer Stain.
Physical Characteristics
Kit Size
1.0Gal kits available
Colors Available
Volume Solids
VOC Contents
Specific Gravity
Milky White (Dries clear)
5.5% (theoretical)
<50 g/L (theoretical) Compliant to SCAQMD Rule 1113
1.0 (theoretical)
Application Characteristics
Mix Ratio By Volume
Pot Life
Not Available / Does Not Apply
Not Available / Does Not Apply
Film Thickness
Coverage Per Kit
2-4 mils (0.04-0.10mm) wet film thickness (WFT)
1.0Gal: 400ft²-800ft² (37.2m²-74.3m²) @ 2-4 mils (0.04-0.10mm) WFT
Note: Coverage rates will vary depending on surface texture and porosity
Dry/Recoat Time
Dry to Touch: 1-2 hours
Light Foot Traffic: 2-3 hours
Heavy Traffic: 24-36 hours
Recoat Window: Within 24 hours after product reaches Dry to Touch Time
Gloss
Natural sheen
Thinning
Clean Up
Shelf Life
Do not thin product
Clean tools with warm water and mild soap
24 Months from manufacturing date
Note: Testing was performed at 77°F (25°C) and 50% RH. Product characteristics will vary depending on
temperature, humidity and other conditions relative to the environment.