Armor L3000

Water-Based Ready-To-Use Lithium Silicate Concrete Densifier and Surface Hardener

The Armor L3000 is a water-based lithium silicate concrete densifier and surface hardener. It chemically reacts with the concrete to form a permanent CSH crystalline structure within the pores that will increase the strength of concrete by up to 45%.

• PROFESSIONAL GRADE LITHIUM SILICATE SEALER: The Armor L3000 chemically reacts with the free lime and calcium in the concrete to form a permanent Calcium Silicate Hydrate crystalline structure within the pores.
• INCREASES STRENGTH UP TO 45%: The CSH crystals formed during the chemical reaction will help to increase the strength of concrete by up to 45%.
• REDUCES DUSTING AND DETERIORATION: The increased strength and density gained by the formation of the CSH crystals in the pores will help to reduce dusting and deterioration caused by surface abrasion.
• WON’T CHANGE THE LOOK OR COLOR: The Armor L3000 works entirely below the surface and won’t leave behind a visible film or coating. The concrete will look and feel natural.
• LONG LASTING: The CSH crystals left in the pores of the concrete are permanent and can only be removed by means of mechanical grinding.
• READY TO USE: The Armor L3000 is ready to use. Simply add to a sprayer and apply! One gallon covers up to 200 square feet per gallon. Smooth, absorbent surfaces can get up to 400 square feet per gallon.
• EASY TO MAINTAIN: There is no maintenance with the Armor L3000. Once applied, you don’t need to apply it again unless you desire an even stronger surface.
• VERSATILE: The Armor L3000 is great for use on fully cured unsealed interior and exterior concrete.

Preparation

Protect all people, property, and plants in case splash and wind drift could occur. Do not apply to any surface that is dirty, frozen, or heavily saturated or flooded with water. Surface must be clean and free of all debris, dry, and absorbent. Mist water in a small area to test the surface for absorbency. Any surface to be treated should uniformly wet out. If the surface to be treated does not wet out uniformly, it is then recommended to prepare the surface mechanically to remove any remaining surface contaminants.

Application

New (Uncured) Concrete: It is not traditionally recommended to apply Armor L3000 to concrete earlier than 7 days. If this application is necessary, ensure the removal of all soft cut saw debris prior to application. Apply after final troweling at a rate of 300-400 sq. ft. per gallon using a commercial grade pump sprayer with a 0.3-0.5 gal./min. cone tip, lint free mop, or soft bristle push broom. Ensure floor saturation, removing any puddle areas with a soft bristle push broom or mop. Apply more Armor L3000 to areas that appear to be more porous and are absorbing the material more. If excess Armor L3000 is allowed to dry on the concrete surface, a white residue may form and can only be removed by mechanical means such as sanding or grinding process.

Existing Concrete: Apply at a rate of 200-300 sq. ft. per gallon using a commercial grade pump sprayer with a 0.3-0.5 gal./min. cone tip. Ensure floor saturation, removing any puddle areas with a soft bristle push broom. Apply more Armor L3000 to areas that appear to be more porous and are absorbing the material more. Rework any excess material with a soft bristle broom. If excess Armor L3000 is allowed to dry on the concrete surface, a white residue may form and can only be removed by mechanical means such as sanding or grinding process.

Polished Concrete: After completing the 400 grit stage of polishing, apply a uniform coat of Armor L3000 at a rate of 200-300 sq. ft. per gallon using a commercial grade pump sprayer with a 0.3-0.5 gal./min. cone tip, lint free mop, or soft bristle push broom, ensuring floor saturation. Do not allow to puddle. If excess Armor L3000 is allowed to dry on the concrete surface, a white residue may form and can only be removed by mechanical means such as sanding or grinding process. Follow through with additional polishing steps until desired appearance is achieved. Additional applications of Armor L3000 can be added at any stage before the final polishing phase is done if necessary at a rate of 200-300 sq. ft. per gallon. Remove any excess residue with polishing diamonds or polishing pads. Flushing with water is not necessary. Note: For softer concrete an initial application of Armor L3000 can be applied after the 80 grit stage prior to the standard polishing steps to achieve a harder surface.

Please note: If applying another sealer or coating over a surface sealed with a densifier, it is important to allow the densifier at least 7 days to cure before applying the sealer or coating. It is also important to follow the surface preparation and application instructions of the sealer or coating you are applying. Densifiers are designed to reduce the size of the surface pores, and many coatings require the surface to be ground to a specific surface profile in order to open the surface pores to allow for proper bonding. If the densifier was applied to an already ground and prepped surface, the surface will need to be re-ground and re-prepped once the densifier cures. In many cases, a densifier is not required when a coating is being used. We suggest talking to the coating manufacturer before applying a densifier.

Clean-Up

Use warm water and soap. Dispose of containers in accordance with local and federal regulations.

Product Removal

Once the Calcium Silicate Structure (CSH) has hardened within the pores it can not be removed unless the concrete itself is removed.

For in-depth up-to-date application instructions, please refer to the Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet for this product. Documents, videos, and customer photos can be found HERE.

Porous Surfaces: Up to 200 square feet per gallon in one coat.
Smooth Surfaces (once properly prepped): Up to 400 square feet per gallon in one coat.

Coverage will vary depending on porosity, surface condition, application method, and the amount of material applied by the applicator. The above coverage rates are estimates and will vary. Two coats are suggested for even coverage and appearance.

The Armor L3000 is designed specifically for use on unsealed concrete surfaces. It should not be applied to pavers, brick, stone, masonry, or any material other than concrete. It can’t be applied over any existing sealers or coatings.