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“ A sealcoat additive can reduce drying time by 25-30 % and ensure uniform drying even under ‘ not-so-ideal ’ conditions ...”

The benefits of additives outstrip any concerns about cost . “ Additives key benefits vastly outweigh any cost of post added additives ,” stated McLeod . “ Every additive has been formulated and tested and contractor proven with additional performance measurements compiled over decades of applications . The benefits discussed with hundreds and hundreds of professional pavement maintenance contractors center around issues of wind , rain , heat , cold , and the thickness and thinness of the application , so weather is a major concern with pros in our field .” In addition to resistance to water and weather elements , additives can provide resistance to chemicals that can include deicing salts , gasoline , oil , jet fuel . Dubey also added there can be the performance improvement of abrasion resistance , and providing flexibility , and toughness . Sealcoat additives are used to ensure faster drying time . “ A sealcoat additive can reduce drying time by 25-30 % and ensure uniform drying even under ‘ not-so-ideal ’ conditions ,” Dubey stated . “ You also can achieve a uniform dry color under shade or direct sunlight .”
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