The Importance of Protective and Anti-Graffiti Coatings
Our protective coatings create an invisible shield that helps preserve the masonry unit and mortar structural integrity and original appearance.
Advanced coating technology enables air exchange through vapor-permeable membranes while preventing liquid infiltration that can lead to freeze-thaw damage and efflorescence formation. Beyond protecting the masonry unit and mortar, these coatings help enhance color depth, improve cleanability and resist staining agents that could otherwise permanently mark an untreated surface.
Types of Coatings We Offer for Building Products
Our complete lineup of protective coatings addresses the many challenges contractors face in today’s masonry projects. Examples of our solutions include:
- GEMCOAT™: This innovative, water-resistant sealant creates a full-gloss finish from its 100% acrylic polymer formulation, enhancing and deepening the beauty of aggregates within masonry units. GEMCOAT™ provides excellent protection against water, alkalis, acids, air-borne pollutants and ultraviolet light while maintaining its clear gloss finish and vapor permeability.
- GEMCOAT-WB™: This water-based protective coating releases virtually no odor, making it ideal for schools, hospitals, office buildings and similar sensitive interior environments. Its water-friendly properties allow for easy cleanup with most water-based cleaners.
- WATER-SHIELD™: This post-construction application delivers additional moisture protection to building envelopes, including mortar joints. The silane-siloxane formula creates an invisible, non-shiny barrier that blocks pores while still allowing interior air and vapor transfer.
- GRAFFITI-CLEAN™: Our environmentally friendly GRAFFITI-CLEAN™ removes paint, crayon, oil, permanent marker, varnish, glue and other contaminants from most concrete surfaces. This water-based, non-acid formula applies easily to tackle various stains without discoloring.
- GEMCOAT Mold-Resistant Coating Additive: Available in solvent- and water-based formulas, this specialty additive coats bricks and CMU to block mildew, mold and bacteria from penetrating the surface.
Uses of Our Protective Coatings
Our protective coatings work well for various masonry projects, including:
- Schools and educational facilities where vandalism resistance is essential.
- Health care environments requiring antimicrobial properties.
- High-moisture areas like pool enclosures and water treatment facilities.
- Coastal buildings exposed to salt spray and harsh weather.
- Urban structures subject to air pollution and graffiti.
- Historic restoration projects requiring invisible protection.
- Food processing facilities demanding sanitizable surfaces.
- Below-grade applications needing superior water resistance.
Get in Touch With Us Today to Begin Your Next Project
We understand that building a masonry structure is a complex and costly investment. Protect that investment and maintain your building’s beauty for years to come with specialty protective coatings by York Building Products. Contact us online, call 800-673-2408 or visit one of our facilities today to get started.
