In today’s cities, keeping streets cooler isn’t just about comfort. It's about protecting infrastructure, cutting long-term maintenance costs, and making smarter, more sustainable investments. That is where CoolSeal makes a difference.
CoolSeal stands out not just for its performance in significantly reducing street temperatures, but also for its durability and resource-saving qualities. For cities looking to manage pavement more efficiently, CoolSeal is a smart solution that helps reduce surface heat, extend pavement life, and lower lifecycle costs.
What Is CoolSeal?
CoolSeal is a water-based, highly reflective surface treatment that reduces pavement surface temperatures and helps slow deterioration. By reflecting more sunlight than traditional blacktop, it keeps streets and public surfaces cooler while helping preserve the pavement underneath.
Lower Lifecycle Costs Start with Smart Materials
CoolSeal is made using recycled materials and is designed for long-term performance. Demonstrating unparalleled resilience, streets treated with CoolSeal exhibit minimal wear even after several years, outlasting traditional materials.
In the City of Phoenix, field evaluations conducted five years after application found that CoolSeal maintained its reflective properties and showed no significant cracking, delamination, or raveling, even under extreme sun exposure and high traffic conditions.
Similarly, in Los Angeles, CoolSeal test sites were evaluated six years after initial application and remained in good condition with intact coverage, requiring only minimal maintenance.
This longevity means fewer applications over time, conserving resources and offering a more sustainable choice for communities.
Application, Longevity, and Reapplication
CoolSeal is applied in two coats using a spray or squeegee and cures quickly in warm, dry conditions. The process is simple and efficient, making it ideal for high-traffic urban areas.
CoolSeal lasts twice as long as standard coatings, delivering exceptional value over time. It can be reapplied every 5 to 7 years directly over itself.
In Los Angeles, CoolSeal was successfully reapplied over previous CoolSeal layers after six years without issues—demonstrating how reapplication extends service life and reduces waste.
At the end of its life, CoolSeal may be milled into the pavement or simply recoated, helping to avoid costly full replacements and reduce material waste.
Why CoolSeal Pavement Holds Up Better
CoolSeal offers long-term cost savings by extending the life of your asphalt. Its superior protection allows property owners and communities to maximize their investment by reducing the need for frequent repairs and increasing the time between full asphalt replacements.
“CoolSeal extends the life of the pavement and helps cities reduce maintenance costs over time,” said Davis Koleas, Sustainability Project Manager at GuardTop. “By keeping surface temperatures lower and preventing early deterioration, CoolSeal allows communities to stretch their infrastructure budgets further while making smart, sustainable investments.”
Unlike untreated pavement, which steadily declines over time, CoolSeal-treated surfaces maintain higher condition ratings and resist deterioration with routine maintenance.
These benefits add up to fewer repairs, longer-lasting streets, and improved performance over time. Check out our FAQs to learn more about the uses and impact of CoolSeal.
Long-Term Thinking for Cool Streets
From its recycled materials to its long-term benefits, CoolSeal is a smart choice for cities that want to stay cooler, spend less, and get more from every mile of pavement.
CoolSeal delivers what today’s infrastructure needs:
- Cooling performance that supports public comfort
- Long-lasting durability that reduces repair needs
- Sustainable value that lowers total lifecycle costs
Want to see the results for yourself? Check out our case studies to learn more.
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