{"product_id":"techniseal-slit-foam-roller-solvent-based-sealers","title":"Techniseal Slit-Foam Roller for Solvent-Based Paver Sealers","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #2d2d2d; line-height: 1.65; max-width: 900px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7; border-left: 6px solid #97CA3D; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px 24px; margin-bottom: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 26px; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eIt Stays Spongy In Solvent, Which Is The Whole Reason It Exists\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0;\"\u003eOrdinary foam swells and breaks down partway through a solvent based sealing job, and you end up picking pieces of it off the patio. This roller is made for solvent based paver and asphalt protectors specifically. Techniseal states it does not compress and remains spongy, which is what lets it lay a thin, even film from the first pass to the last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; table-layout: fixed; display: table; border-collapse: collapse; white-space: normal; margin-bottom: 22px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 13px; width: 50%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eSolvent Rated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor solvent based protectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 13px; width: 50%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eDoes Not Compress\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStays spongy through the job\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 13px; width: 50%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThin Even Film\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUniform application, no lap marks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 13px; width: 50%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eSlit Foam\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReleases sealer evenly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWhy Contractors Ask for Techniseal Slit-Foam Roller by Name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eA roller cover that packs down stops carrying sealer and starts dragging it. That is where lap marks and streaks come from, and it usually happens halfway across the patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; padding-left: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt stays spongy in solvent.\u003c\/strong\u003e That is the property Techniseal calls out, and it is the difference between a cover that lasts a job and one that disintegrates on it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt does not compress.\u003c\/strong\u003e A cover that packs flat carries less sealer with every pass, so the coat thins as you go and the finish varies across the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe slits release sealer evenly,\u003c\/strong\u003e which is what produces a thin uniform film rather than heavy and light patches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt makes application quick and easy.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a large surface, an applicator that keeps working is worth more than the few dollars it costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated for asphalt protectors too,\u003c\/strong\u003e not just paver sealers, so it covers both kinds of work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eTechniseal Slit-Foam Roller Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; table-layout: fixed; display: table; border-collapse: collapse; white-space: normal; margin: 12px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eSlit foam roller cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eRated For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eSolvent based paver protectors and asphalt protectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eCompression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eDoes not compress, remains spongy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eFilm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eThin and even\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eSlit foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 45%; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; white-space: normal; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003eTechniseal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eRoller covers are consumables. Plan on a fresh one per job and carry a spare, because running out mid patio and finishing with a different cover leaves a visible line you cannot fix afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWhere Techniseal Slit-Foam Roller Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eAny solvent based sealing job done by hand rather than sprayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; padding-left: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eApplying Techniseal WL4, WL5, or WL-87 solvent based sealers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eAsphalt protector application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003ePaver patios, walkways, and pool decks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eTight areas, borders, steps, and cut ins where a sprayer cannot work cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eSecond coat work needing even control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eJobs where overspray onto siding, planting, or a pool would be a problem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #F2F8E7; border: 2px solid #97CA3D; border-radius: 6px; padding: 14px 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWhere Techniseal Slit-Foam Roller Should NOT Be Used (Straight From the Manufacturer)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is rated for solvent based protectors.\u003c\/strong\u003e For water based Techniseal sealers such as NS, JS, JSW, and CB+, use a cover rated for water based products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDo not press hard. Let the nap carry the sealer; leaning on the roller squeezes it out and causes lap marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDo not try to reclaim a used cover from a solvent job overnight. Treat it as a consumable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAlways test your sealer in a small discrete area before doing the whole surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNot sure if your project qualifies? Call or text us at \u003cstrong\u003e(856) 418-4895\u003c\/strong\u003e before you order. We will give you a straight answer, even if the answer is that this is not the right product for your job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eHow to Use Techniseal Slit-Foam Roller\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eFollow the sealer technical data sheet first. This is the shape of the job:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"font-size: 15px; padding-left: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eConfirm your sealer is a solvent based product suited to this cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eMake sure the surface is clean, dry, and cured per the sealer instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eLoad the cover and roll off the excess on the tray before touching the paver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eWork in thin even passes with light pressure, keeping a wet edge so passes blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eWatch the low spots on textured pavers and spread any sealer that starts collecting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eLet the coat flash off per the sealer instructions before deciding on a second.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eBuy one more cover than you think you need. It is the cheapest insurance on the job and running out mid surface is not recoverable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eQuick Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eCan I use it with a water based sealer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis one is rated for solvent based protectors. Use a water based rated cover for NS, JS, JSW, and CB+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWhy slit foam rather than a nap roller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe slits release sealer evenly into the surface texture instead of letting it pool in the low areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eWill it fall apart in solvent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat is what it is built against. Techniseal specifies it does not compress and remains spongy in solvent based products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eCan I use it on asphalt sealer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, Techniseal rates it for asphalt protectors as well as paver protectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eHow many will I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlan on a fresh cover per job, and carry a spare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003eOfficial Techniseal Documentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 12px 14px; margin: 10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #304D1B;\"\u003eSlit-Foam Roller Product Page\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #555;\"\u003eManufacturer page with specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/techniseal.com\/pro_en_us\/all\/slit-foam-roller-70971145\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: #4A7F20; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eView on techniseal.com →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #777;\"\u003eDocuments are published by Techniseal. For the most current versions, visit techniseal.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; color: #304D1B;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; padding-left: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniseal WL4, WL5 or WL-87\u003c\/strong\u003e, the solvent based sealers this cover is made for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniseal SureFoot for solvent based sealers\u003c\/strong\u003e on pool decks and slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniseal HD Paver Prep\u003c\/strong\u003e to prepare the surface before sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #121212; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 26px 0 10px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder before our daily cutoff and your Techniseal Slit-Foam Roller ships today from New Jersey.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/polymericsandstore.com\/collections\/paver-stone-sealers\" style=\"color: #A5D96B; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShop Our Paver Sealers →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; text-align: center; color: #555;\"\u003eQuestions about your project? Call or text \u003cstrong\u003e(856) 418-4895\u003c\/strong\u003e and you will get a real person who works with sealer application tools every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Techniseal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56170681663780,"sku":"TECH-SLIT-ROLLER","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0868\/5161\/7060\/files\/paver_sealer_solvent_roller_applicator_-_70971145_techniseal_1.jpg?v=1787947946","url":"https:\/\/polymericsandstore.com\/products\/techniseal-slit-foam-roller-solvent-based-sealers","provider":"Polymeric Sand Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}