Protect Your Concrete. Preserve Your Investment.
The Concrete Protector Penetrating Hydrophobic Sealer shields your driveway, patio, and sidewalks from freeze-thaw damage, salt erosion, and water penetration – without changing the look or texture of your concrete.
Your Concrete Is Under Attack
Pour some water on your driveway. If it darkens up and absorbs like a sponge, your concrete is unsealed and open to damage.
Water expands up to 9% when it freezes. That’s why unsealed concrete pits, pops, cracks, and flakes. Add salt, de-icing chemicals, oil, UV rays, and lawn fertilizer – and your concrete is rotting from the inside out.
The choice isn’t if you’ll deal with it. It’s whether you’ll spend a few hundred dollars to protect it now, or thousands to tear it out and replace it later.
How the CP Penetrating Sealer Works
Unlike film-forming acrylic sealers that sit on top and wear away, The Concrete Protector Penetrating Sealer works beneath the surface. It seals the concrete’s capillaries from the inside out – creating an invisible, water-resistant barrier that doesn’t change the appearance or texture of your concrete.
Think of it like a cork in a bottle. The sealer plugs the tiny pores in your concrete so water, salt, and chemicals can’t get in. The result: long-lasting protection that you can’t see, but your concrete will feel for years.
Why Homeowners Choose CP Sealer
Water Repellency
Stops water from penetrating your concrete, preventing the #1 cause of damage
Freeze-Thaw Protection
Prevents the expansion damage that causes pitting, popping, and flaking in winter
Salt & Chemical Resistance
Guards against road salt, de-icers, oil, gasoline, and lawn chemicals
UV Protection
Shields your concrete from harmful UV rays that cause discoloration over time
Invisible Protection
Won't change the color, texture, or appearance of your concrete - natural matte finish
Environmentally Safe
Water-based, VOC compliant, won't harm grass, landscaping, or vegetation
of concrete protection
is all it takes - done same day
savings over the cost of replacement
The Story Behind CP Sealer
In 2009, The Concrete Protector partnered with a university chemist widely recognized as the foremost expert in the world on concrete sealers. Together, they set out to develop something different: an environmentally responsible, long-lasting sealer that works at a molecular level, penetrating deep into the concrete rather than just coating the surface.
The result was the CP Penetrating Hydrophobic Sealer. Since then, it has protected millions of square feet of concrete across the country, from residential driveways to commercial parking structures.
Then came the ultimate test. The city of Bellefontaine, Ohio chose The Concrete Protector to preserve Court Avenue, the oldest concrete street in America. Poured in 1891, Court Avenue is a piece of American history, and city officials trusted CP Sealer to protect it for future generations. If it is good enough to safeguard 130+ year old concrete that is a national landmark, it will protect yours.
The Wash & Seal Process
A professional Concrete Protector wash and seal is one of the simplest, most effective things you can do for your concrete. Here’s what to expect when a certified installer comes to your home:
1. Pressure Wash
Your concrete is thoroughly cleaned with a professional pressure washer and hover scrubber to remove dirt, grime, and buildup.
2. Prep & Dry
The area is cleared of debris and taped off. The concrete needs to transition from wet to damp before sealer is applied.
3. Apply Sealer
The mixed sealer is sprayed on using a pump sprayer and spread evenly with a push broom. It goes on milky white and dries clear in minutes.
Where CP Sealer Protects
Residential
- Driveways
- Garage floors
- Patios and porches
- Pool decks
- Steps and sidewalks
- Basement walls and floors
- Pavers and brick
Commercial
- Warehouse floors
- Parking lots
- Showroom floors
- Sidewalks and entryways
- Shopping centers
- Car dealerships
- Municipal infrastructure
Industrial
- Loading docks
- Factory floors
- Storage facilities
- Distribution centers
- Heavy equipment pads
- Bridge decks
- Water treatment facilities
Penetrating Sealer vs. Acrylic Sealer
Acrylic sealers form a film on top of the concrete. They look shiny at first, but they wear away, turn slippery when wet, yellow over time, and need to be reapplied every 1-3 years. They also trap moisture underneath, which can cause the coating to peel and flake.
The Concrete Protector Penetrating Sealer is completely different. It’s a reactive product that chemically alters the surface by glassifying it – creating a water-resistant membrane deep inside the concrete. No film. No sheen. No slippery surface. No color change. Just invisible, long-lasting protection from the inside out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Years 1-3 you’ll have excellent protection. Years 4-5 you’ll have good to mild protection. After that, consider having it resealed. Many factors affect longevity including traffic, climate, and exposure. Some contractors offer a yearly maintenance program for total sealed surface protection.
No. The Concrete Protector Penetrating Sealer does not change the color or texture of your concrete in any way. It provides a natural, matte finish with invisible protection.
Yes. The sealer is water-based, environmentally responsible, and VOC compliant with all federal and local laws. It won’t harm grass, plants, or vegetation.
A typical residential driveway can be washed and sealed in just a few hours. The sealer sprays on milky white and dries clear within 1-3 hours. We recommend waiting 24 hours before allowing vehicle traffic.
Absolutely, you can. The Concrete Protector Sealer is designed to be user-friendly and applies easily with a standard pump sprayer. That said, we have thousands of trained and certified contractors nationwide who are experts at surface preparation and application. A professional wash and seal ensures the best possible bond and longest-lasting protection. We always recommend connecting with a local installer for the best results.
Between 50-95 degrees Fahrenheit. 50 degrees on the low end with no freezing that night, and no warmer than 95 degrees on the high end. Windy days will reduce coverage rates.
Most hardware store sealers are film-forming acrylics that sit on the surface, wear away quickly, and can cause more problems than they solve. The Concrete Protector is a penetrating hydrophobic sealer that works inside the concrete’s pores.
CP Sealer in Action
Ready to Protect Your Concrete?
Connect with a certified Concrete Protector installer in your area for a free demonstration.