ChimneySaver VOC Compliant Solvent Base

10 Year Warranty VOC Compliant in All States 100% Vapor Permeable Non Glossy Look Efflorescence/Stain Protection Mildew/Fungus Resistant Freeze/Thaw Protection Can Be Used on Previously Treated Surfaces Can Be Used on Driveways and Sidewalks

Due to new VOC regulations, the sale of regular ChimneySaver Solvent Base has been prohibited in certain states that have adopted the California OTC standard requiring a maximum VOC emission level in water repellents of less than 400 grs./ltr.

So far the states that have adopted these new VOC standards include California, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Washington D.C., Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Virginia (only in the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William, Stafford and Loudon).

VOC Compliant Solvent Base works the same as the regular ChimneySaver Solvent Base with the following exceptions: it dries faster, it's only available in 1 gallon containers and it has a different smell.

Aside from the above three differences, VOC Compliant Solvent Base is applied in the same manner and has the same 10 year warranty.

ChimneySaver VOC Compliant Solvent Base is 100% vapor permeable, which means it won’t trap water vapors that may pass through the bricks when the chimney is in use, unlike other products found in most hardware or home improvement stores. Those products when applied to a masonry chimney can actually slow down water vapors as they pass through the chimney leading to water damage.

Which Product to Use

ChimneySaver is available in both solvent (mineral spirits) and water-based formulas. The water-based formula is most popular, however, if a water repellent has previously been applied to the masonry, we recommend the VOC Compliant Solvent Base formula.

Moisture from a variety of sources is always present in masonry and concrete. Sealers and silicone coatings form a water resistant surface film which trap water vapors inside. If these vapors cannot escape, they will contribute to spalling, scaling, deterioration, and freeze-thaw damage. ChimneySaver is 100% vapor permeable - a non film-forming water repellent that penetrates and lines masonry pores.

• Technical info:
• Coverage: 100-150 sq. ft.
• Available Sizes: 1 gallon containers
  
• Application Temperatures: 40° - 100° F
  
• Application Method: Pump Sprayer
• Dry Time: 2-6 hours depending on temperature and humidity
• Cleanup: Mineral Spirits