Entrance + Warehouse Floor: Penetrating Concrete Surface Strengthening ◎ Seal Hard
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The floor, which serves as both an office and a warehouse, was constructed with "Seal Hard Premium." It is a two-story wooden building, and the work was done on the first floor.
In 2019, we applied 【Seal Hard Premium】 to a wooden building that serves as both an office and a warehouse. Upon entering, the concrete base is revealed, and we worked on the entrance and warehouse areas. The design features a double-height space that allows the office on the second floor to overlook the warehouse. I have previously attended sites where the wall finish was "wood" and the floor finish was "concrete," and this combination has a very good aesthetic compatibility, which I personally like. The warmth of the wood adds to the inorganic impression of the concrete. The client is a specialized trading company. They sought a durable floor for inventory management and a beautiful gloss to welcome customers. 【Seal Hard Premium】 is a special specification that has also been adopted in the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art and the Hirosaki Brick Warehouse Museum. The application was divided into two rounds, with the second round involving polishing using diamond blades. The finish retains as much of the concrete's cement layer as possible. This combines the beauty of the finish with the wear resistance and dust-proof effects of Seal Hard. In smaller projects, mechanical finishing cannot be used for the floor, often resulting in a plaster finish. However, in this case, we were able to use mechanical finishing, resulting in a beautiful floor.
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basic information
Seal Hard is a colorless, odorless, and environmentally friendly concrete surface hardener that is non-polluting. It is a colorless, transparent liquid primarily composed of sodium silicate. After application, it penetrates the surface of the concrete and undergoes a chemical reaction with the concrete components, producing a glass-like substance on the surface. This chemical reaction continues over time with regular water washing, providing moisture replenishment. Concrete strengthened by Seal Hard becomes more beautiful and glossy with use and regular water washing, enhancing its shine without becoming slippery. Seal Hard Premium is widely used in commercial facilities and public property floors. In addition to this, there are numerous achievements in public and private properties, including but not limited to retail spaces in supermarkets and boutiques. Application can be performed 14 days after concrete placement. Moreover, maintenance remains easy and consistent with standard specifications, and due to the polishing process, it results in a strong floor that is even more resistant to dirt.
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Applications/Examples of results
Large logistics centers and warehouses, as well as exhibition rooms, commercial facilities, and art museums, are ideal for floors finished with concrete as is. Adoption results (in no particular order, honorifics omitted) ◆ Commercial facilities Plant Kurobe Store, Paul Smith, etc. ◆ Public facilities 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Hirosaki Brick Warehouse Museum, Sumida Hokusai Museum, etc.
Detailed information
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【Floor before construction】 It is a concrete floor pressed by machinery. Nothing has been done to it yet.
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【Floor Before Construction】 We will begin the first round of construction from this state. In the first round of seal hard work, we will increase the surface strength.
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[Before Construction] The outcome depends on how strong of a floor can be created in the first application. Seal Hard Premium is ordered with high expectations for the finished product. Meeting those expectations hinges on this first application.
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[Polishing Process] Diamond polishing will be performed during the second application. We will assess the condition of the substrate and select the optimal grit for polishing.
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Seal Hard Seal Hard is the foundation for any specifications. In Japan, Seal Hard holds the largest market share. I believe this is the result of 27 years of support from our customers.
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"Edge finishing" We will adjust the quality of the edge finishing to match the floor's finish. The appearance varies depending on the size of the machine, so selecting the right gauge is also important at this stage.
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[Entrance] This is the finish of the entrance. Leaving a cement layer to create a gloss. This is Seal Hard Premium.
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【Entrance】 This is a photo from a different angle. An important space that welcomes customers as an entrance. There is a warehouse next door, creating a sense of unity.
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The Wilby Building Materials Division is a professional group specializing in sports facility construction and flooring finishing work. 【Building Materials Division】 ● Sports Facility Business: Centered in Hokuriku and Niigata, we engage in specialized construction related to sports facilities such as swimming pools and gymnasiums, as well as flooring work for various facilities. ● Building Sales Business: We provide high-value flooring products that are not available in conventional offerings, such as scratch-resistant flooring "Cattina" and natural wood composite flooring "Alpito." ● Good Floor Business: As the domestic importer of concrete chemical products from the U.S. company LATICRETE, we offer various concrete flooring solutions, including "Seal Hard." ● Environmental Business: We propose and sell installation services for products such as "Painted Insulation Material Gain," "Cool Roof," "Seismic Ceiling WILL-TEC Method," and "Nano Zone Coat." 【Construction Division】 We construct numerous low-cost steel frame buildings for logistics facilities such as distribution centers and warehouses, as well as commercial facilities like supermarkets, home centers, drugstores, and fashion malls throughout Japan. We provide consistent services tailored to customer needs, including land development, design, and comprehensive construction.