Protectosil CHEM-TRETE PB VOC

A clear, penetrating, breathable water repellent for use on concrete, brick, concrete masonry units, and some natural stones. Prevents water and waterborne contaminants from entering the substrate and causing premature deterioration. Penetrates into the substrate and chemically bonds with silica to form a permanent attachment of the water repellent molecule. Protectosil® CHEM-TRETE® PB VOC is especially suited for making porous substrates, such as split-face block, water repellent. This water repellent effect stands up against wind-driven rain.

Protectosil CHEM-TRETE PB VOC

Protectosil CHEM-TRETE PB VOC is a clear, penetrating, breathable water repellent specifically formulated for use on concrete, brick, masonry units, and select natural stones. Ideal for porous substrates such as split-face block, this advanced silane treatment provides long-term protection against wind-driven rain, water intrusion, and waterborne contaminants that can cause deterioration. By bonding chemically to silica within the substrate, this product creates a durable hydrophobic barrier that resists efflorescence, leaching, alkali attack, dirt buildup, scaling, corrosion of reinforcing steel, and mildew formation. Treated surfaces remain fully breathable, ensuring moisture vapor transmission is not hindered, which helps prevent issues like sealer blushing and freeze-thaw damage.

Key Benefits of Protectosil CHEM-TRETE PB VOC

  • High resistance to wind-driven rain
  • Excellent chloride ion ingress resistance
  • Reduced efflorescence and surface staining
  • Breathable system that prevents trapped moisture
  • Deep penetration into porous substrates
  • No change in surface appearance
  • High resistance to alkali attack
  • Long service life with minimal maintenance
  • Paintable surfaces when treated
  • Keeps substrates cleaner for longer

Common Applications

This water repellent is ideal for protecting concrete masonry units (split-face, fluted, or ground-faced blocks), brick masonry—including single-wythe wall construction—against water and contaminant ingress. It is also suitable for materials like sandstone, terra-cotta, hand-molded bricks, and most natural stones.

Packaging

Available in 5-gallon pails and 55-gallon drums. Shipped F.O.B. throughout the United States and Canada.

Product Properties

Property Value
Form Clear, penetrating silane water repellent
Application Exterior concrete, brick, masonry, natural stone
Performance Resists water intrusion, alkali attack, scaling, and corrosion
Surface Appearance No visible change after application
Vapor Transmission Maintains 100% natural moisture vapor transmission
Service Life Long-lasting performance
Packaging 5-gallon pails, 55-gallon drums

For more information on similar solutions, see our Protectosil CHEM-TRETE 40 D. Learn more about Evonik’s Protectosil products at www.silanes.evonik.com.

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