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1 Gal. Water Based Acrylic Wet Look Concrete and Paver Water Repellent Sealer

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GHOSTSHIELD CRYLI-TEK 5500: This breathable, water-based acrylic sealer provides a glossy, wet look finish that darkens concrete, pavers and natural stone while enhancing colors. This professional grade sealer is durable, odorless, UV stable, non yellowing & easy to work with. WATER-BASED WITH NO ODOR: We took all the best attributes of the Cryli-Tek 5505 - clear, non-yellowing, UV stable and made it into a low-gloss, wet look, water-based formulation. The acrylic resins used in this formula have been independently tested and are more durable and last longer than other acrylic sealers on the market. Protects and enhances the look of decorative surfaces for up to 3 years. Treated surfaces resist staining, surface deterioration and hot tire pickup while eliminating concrete dusting. SEALS CONCRETE & PAVERS: Easily applied with a high-quality nap roller or brush, the 5500 can be used on a variety of new and old, indoor and outdoor concrete, brick and masonry applications. A CLEAR WET LOOK: A clear, low gloss, wet look finish that will not yellow, whiten, fade, chip or delaminate makes this product unique. Brings life into dull concrete to brighten and keep it vibrant and colorful keeping concrete looking "wet" for years to come.
  • Reduces surface absorption and dusting of concrete for easier cleaning and maintenance
  • Non-yellowing, low sheen sealer provides protection and improved appearance to concrete
  • Provides a clear, tough film which improves abrasion and stain resistance
  • Extremely resistant to weathering effects and provides a uniform and easy to clean surface
  • Aesthetically enhances and protects
  • Wind erosion and general exposure resistant
  • Resistance to carbonation and a wide range of weak acids and alkaline solutions
  • Reduces organic growth, mold, mildew and dirt pick up
  • Breathable to allow moisture to escape without damaging the sealer
  • UV protection and resistant to ultra-violent radiation, will not yellow or fade
  • Online price includes PaintCare fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, OR, RI, VT, WA
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Questions & Answers

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Q:Can this be applied on a water-based acrylic sealed concrete pad? If not what do you recommend? Can this product be tinted?
by|Aug 8, 2022
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A:  Thanks for showing an interest in Ghostshield. Yes, you can use Cryli-Tek 5500 over an existing water-based acrylic sealer. This product can not be tinted.

by|Aug 17, 2022

    A:  Check with the manufacturer to verify whether they recommend, but I did well over a year ago and have not had any problems...and it looks and wears well.

    by|Aug 9, 2022
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      Q:Can i apply this on top of a water based concrete stain?
      by|Jul 3, 2022
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      A:  I actually did and it seems to have worked fine.

      by|Jul 4, 2022

        A:  Thanks for showing an interest in Ghostshield. There are multiple types of stain solutions available on the market. We would need to know more details about the stain to accurately recommend. Most water-based stains can be top-coated with Cryli-Tek 5500. However, we encourage testing in an inconspicuous area to confirm suitability.

        by|Jul 3, 2022
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          Q:Can Ghostshield Cryli-Tec 5500 be applied over Ghostshield Lithi-Tek 4500 concrete densifier--when the second product mentioned is used as a primer?
          by|Aug 31, 2021
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          A:  Hello Bess, I posed your question to The Ghostshield Team, here is their answer, "Yes you can apply the Lithi-Tek 4500 as a primer, wait 5-7 days and then apply the Cryli-Tek 5500 as a top coat. Just keep in mind the Lithi-Tek 4500 is only recommended for poured concrete substrates (not pavers, stamped concrete exposed aggregate etc.)

          by|Sep 13, 2021
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          Q:Can this product be applied after the GhostShield 9500 penetrating product?
          by|Jun 26, 2021
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          A:  Thank you for showing an interest in Ghostshield. The 5500 is a water-based product and is incompatible with the 9500. The 9500 will repel water and liquid… making it difficult for any water-base coating to adhere to the surface.

          by|Jun 26, 2021
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            Customer Reviews

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            Sep 8, 2021
            The best sealer I have ever used!
            I love this sealer. It goes on easy with very low odor. The sheen is beautiful!
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              Jul 1, 2015
              Liked the finish
              The finish was exactly what I wanted. Not a high gloss sealer just a nice satin/matte finish. I would advise though that this is not recommended for colored concrete (I used it anyways) but if you want to enhance the color and you do have stamped concrete then you do need to use their Cryli-Tek 5505. I hate the wet look and was willing to sacrifice color enhancement for a subtle finish, so far it has held up well
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              Mar 16, 2023
              So far, I love it. Easy to apply and it enhanced the color of my painted,, screened in porch floor. We'll see in the months to come if it holds up.
              I was a bit confused about the application. The instructions you sent via email said temps must be above 45 degrees. Yet, on the container itself, it says they must be above 60 degrees. I did like that it goes on kind of milky, easy to see what has been covered.
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                Feb 24, 2023
                Great!
                Easy to apply and a perfect solution if you don’t want to spend hours (days) prepping the surface. Looks great even with some existing red clay stains.
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                  • Recommended
                  Dec 15, 2022
                  Flagstone patio
                  Easy to apply, and finish was beautiful on natural flagstone patio
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                    • Recommended
                    Sep 20, 2022
                    Statue Sealing
                    I used the CRYLI-TEK 5500 to seal some concrete statues around my flagpole. The application was easy and remembering the information provided by the representative, the liquid goes on white but turns clear when dry. The information on the container says it is low sheen, however, it does have a low gloss when dry. It also changed the color slightly. Overall I think this is a good produce for sealing my statues. Time will tell how it holds up to sun and weather.
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                      Jul 5, 2022
                      Cryli-tek 5500
                      Overall the Cryli-tek 5500 was easy to apply.It did dry extremely fast in my opinion and it did not enhance the natural color of my concrete which has a darker tone.I may have to choose a different sealer in the line to achieve the wet look I am looking for
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                        May 25, 2022
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                        May 23, 2022
                        Patio application
                        I have been using it for years. I like the fact that it’s water soluble and easy to clean up my roller after application. My only issue is: I normally apply it the end of May and by the time the following May comes around, it doesn’t look like I’ve applied anything to the patio. I would like to see longer life to this product Gary Carlyle
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                          May 4, 2022
                          Great sealer for stamped concrete very high quality...
                          Great sealer for stamped concrete very high quality
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                          Surface LocationDriveway,Patio,Pavers,Pool DeckDriveway,Garage Floor,Patio,Pavers,Pool DeckBasement Floor,Basement Wall,Driveway,Exterior Wall,Garage Floor,Garage Wall,Patio,PaversBasement Floor,Basement Wall,Driveway,Exterior Wall,Garage Floor,Garage Wall,Patio,Pool Deck
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                          Base MaterialAcrylicWater BasedAcrylicWater Based
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