Protectosil^® Easy-to-Clean Surfaces

Protectosil^® SC CONCENTRATE - efficient surface protection

Private and public buildings have to be considered in terms of functionality and their representative function. Banks, train and underground stations, shopping malls - all of these buildings represent form and function and need to be protected and maintained. Graffiti isn’t not always the problem but everyday dirt and stains can still mar an otherwise attractive facade. Whether mildew, algae or soot, Protectosil® SC CONCENTRATE is an aqueous silane-based system that gives porous mineral substrates a hydro- and oleophobic surface, which means less effort in keeping your building clean. Facades treated with Protectosil® SC CONCENTRATE remain clean longer show no unsightly dark water streaks during rain are less susceptible to the growth of microorganisms such as mold and algae Stains caused by common liquids such as coffee, cola and oils are easily removed from surfaces treated with Protectosil® SC CONCENTRATE. Even chewing gum and posters don’t stick quite so well, making removal easier. Protectosil® SC CONCENTRATE is a colorless, water-vapor permeable, hydro- and oleophobic treatment does not form a sticky silicone film beads water and oils on absorbent mineral building materials is practically free from volatile organic components (VOC free) and solvent free With Protectosil® SC CONCENTRATE your building will look just like new!

Not treated (not cleaned) Treated with Protectosil® SC CONCENTRATE (not cleaned)

The Protectosil^® building protection range offers some products specially for the surface protection of buildings and constructions. The right Protectosil^® SC product can protect the surface of building facades, concrete facades, walls etc. with high reliability and long-term efficiency. Various environmental influences such as water staining, moss, algae,

mildew as well as soot and oil stains can be reduced. Furthermore, special Protectosil^® products are available which protect the building surface against graffiti. This is achieved by creating low energy surfaces, which make the building surface highly hydro- and oleophobic. However, these oleophobic and hydrophobic surface effects do not replace hydrophobation. Protectosil^® surface protection molecules show low penetration depths as they are larger than Protectosil^® water repellent molecules. Protectosil^® surface protection molecules bind chemically to the surface and are stable against weathering. Both features grant an efficient long-term protection.

Unlike standard coatings, which seal the surface like a film, Protectosil^® products allow water vapor to escape. The building can breathe, moisture is not trapped and the building material is efficiently protected.