Most of us are familiar with “new car smell”, which is actually caused by a chemical process known as off-gassing. When it comes to a new car’s shine or gloss lasting for years, the secret also lies in the chemistry. The same is now true for Serveons sealants. While we have ingredients like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide in sunscreen to protect our skin, we can thank UVA and HALS additives for protecting our automotive, architectural, and commercial and residential coatings and sealers that require a bit more UV protection.
When a sealant is exposed to ultraviolet radiation it absorbs it, weakening chemical bonds and causing damage over time in the form of both chemical and physical changes, including fading, cracking, and discoloration plus It also causes a process known as oxidation, where oxygen intermingles with the sealant’s polymers, causing chalking and decomposition.
UV radiation is the biggest force limiting sealer life. To mitigate the effects of photodegradation and polymer degradation, we added the most advanced UV absorber and light stabilizer additive into all of our formulations. It works by absorbing or scattering UV rays before they can reach the sealants surface maximizing the life of our sealers. Consequently, Serveon’s sealants now offer enhanced durability, ensuring they last as long as practically possible given the varying levels of UV radiation across different regions providing you with the best possible value.