The question has been asked by flooring contractors many times, “Why does the concrete substrate need to be rendered porous prior to the installation of resilient flooring?” Most resilient manufacturers require the substrate to be rendered porous by mechanical means prior to installation. We’ve put together a helpful course deck that: Explains the reasons to […]
Trust the + to Increase Productivity on Concrete Grind and Seal Jobs
A recent concrete grind and seal project in Lower Manhattan provided Peter Criscione, Manager of Hard Surfaces at RD Weis, an excellent opportunity to try XL Porosity+ for the first time. As Peter explains, the 30,000 sq. ft. office space job was different from the start. “Usually we do the floors last, but the client […]
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XL Clean-Up
XL North Clean-Up™ waste water solidifier is the perfect method to dispose of unwanted rinse water from any cement or concrete project.
Using XL North Clean-Up solves the issues caused by cementitious waste disposal on sensitive projects. No more clogged drains or dumping of product on job sites. Simply add the product to your rinse water, allow to gel, and toss into the trash. It can be used on both interior and exterior projects, and treats rinse water from: mortar mixes, cement mixes, stucco, and grout patches underlayment.
- 1 pail can dispose of up to 200 gallons of liquid.
Features:
- Compliant with ASTM 9095
- Safe and legal for landfill disposal
Available in:
- 4 Gallon Resealable Pail, 20lbs.
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XL North Adds New Distributors for its Concrete Surface Prep Products
MARCH 21, 2019 – Fall River, MA – XL North announced that it has recently partnered with additional distributors to make its line of concrete surface prep products available throughout more regions of the country. The Belknap White Group and Bixco Flooring and Supplies join the list of flooring supply stores where contractors and concrete […]
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Catalogs
XL North Product Catalog
From carpet to hard surfaces, XL North develops and markets proven, effective and environmentally responsible floor cleaning, maintenance, and surface prep products. Discover the full line of products – which are recommended, specified or approved by every major player in the industry – in our recently updated product catalog.
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XL North Unveils Concrete Surface Prep Products in New Division Launch
JUNE 19, 2018 – Fall River, MA – Known for its commercial floor maintenance chemistry and technology, XL North announced it recently “cut the ribbon” on a new division with the roll out of three revolutionary concrete surface prep products. Ed Sisk, President of XL North, is excited to offer his company’s innovative technology and […]
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XL Porosity+® Aids with Concrete Moisture Mitigation Prep
Curtis Ryder, owner of C.J. Ryder Flooring in New Hampshire, describes a recent job at a local elementary school where XL Porosity+ was used to help with moisture mitigation in the school’s gym and multi purpose room. “We were contracted by the city to moisture mitigate a 4,500 square foot slab and install new sheet […]
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Case Studies
XL PTU Hard Seal Transforms Concrete Floor Case Study
Aaron Reyes faced a challenge in coating a coffee shop’s concrete floor in Gillette, Wyoming. After some setbacks, XL North’s expertise, along with XL PTU Hard Seal, led to a durable and striking result. Explore this journey of determination and collaboration in this XLN case study.
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Case Studies
XL PTU Shine Plus Concrete Floor Case Study
In this XLN case study, discover how XL PTU Shine Plus not only dramatically improved the appearance of a convenient store’s dull, yellowed concrete floor, but also provided an easier maintenance routine for the store’s staff.
