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Insl-X · Masonry & Specialty

Tuffcrete© Masonry

Water-repellent acrylic stain for concrete and block.

tuffcrete concrete stain
Technical Specs
Product type
Waterborne 100% acrylic waterproofing concrete/masonry stain
Base
waterborne acrylic
Available sheens
Satin
Coverage
450–550 sq ft/gal
Dry to touch
30 minutes
Recoat
4 hours
Application temp
50–90°F
Cleanup
warm soapy water

What It Is

TuffCrete is an acrylic masonry stain that colors and protects concrete while staying breathable — the combination masonry needs to survive wet-freeze climates without peeling or trapping moisture.

How Our Crews Use It

Foundations, concrete block, porch skirting, and garden walls — the concrete elements around an exterior that deserve better than looking like an afterthought next to fresh siding paint.

Key Benefits
  • Color fade resistant
  • Scuff and abrasion resistant
  • Retards spalling and dusting
  • One coat for a stain look, two coats for an opaque finish
  • Rugged, durable smooth satin film
Made For
Concrete wallsBalconiesPatiosPool decksBasement floorsConcrete columnsInterior or exterior masonry
View the Insl-X technical data sheet →
Good to know
Light foot traffic after 24 hours, heavy after 72. Not for driveways, garage floors, or vehicular traffic. Insl-X is manufactured by Benjamin Moore & Co.
Surfaces We Use It On

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