简介（作者编辑）：意大利品牌 LATICRETE - Frequently Asked Questions(en)
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STONETECH
LATICRETE
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
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1.Why does granite stain?
8.Can a penetrating sealer such as STONETECH
Granite is like any other natural stone-it can be porous and absorbent.
BULLETPROOF SEALER be removed from the stone?
Stone that has swirls and/or veins,or granite with smaller-sized
STONETECH KLENZALLTM CLEANER can be used to remove STONETECH
crystals,tends to be more absorbent and more likely to stain.
BULLETPROOF SEALER as well as all the STONETECH penetrating
sealers,with the exception of STONETECH enhancing sealers (e.g.
2.Why should natural stone,tile and grout be sealed?
STONETECH ENHANCER PROTM SEALER).A test area is recommended to
help determine how many times you will need to wash the surface to
Protected surfaces will be easier to less likely to stain and help to
remove the sealer.Use STONETECH KLENZALL CLEANER pure.This process
preserve your surface for years to come.
can reduce the amount of STONETECH ENHANCER PRO SEALER in a
natural stone or masonry surface;however,complete removal of the
3.How can I tell if stone has already been sealed?
Simply apply a drop of water at least 13mm in diameter to the top of
the stone and let it stand for at least 5 minutes.If,after 5 minutes,the
9.Even though a penetrating sealer(e.g.STONETECH
stone does not darken,then your stone has most likely been sealed.
BULLETPROOF SEALER)was applied to the marble,etch
marks are still occurring.Is the sealer working?
4.Is one coat of sealer enough for natural stone?
f water is repelled (beading,no darkening of stone)then the
When sealing dense stone,one (1)coat should be sufficient.Most stone
and grout,however will require at least two (2)coats of sealer.
against water or oil borne staining but cannot provide protection against
etching.
5.Will STONETECH sealers change the look of countertops?
10.A hazy residue has appeared after applying STONETECH
STONETECH natural look penetrating sealers
BULLETPROOF SEALER?How can this residue be removed?
with yellow labels create an invisible shield in
the stone that protect against stains without
For medium-high absorption materials:Within the first several hours
darkening or changing the stone's appearance.
after application when the sealant is not yet completely dry,simply
STONETECH enhancing sealers,however,deepen
reapply the sealer.Allow the sealer to sit and soak for 2-3 minutes then
the colour,seal the stone and are clearly
agitate the surface with a nylon brush or white nylon scrub pad.Wipe
marked with a red label
thoroughly dry.
For low absorption materials:STONETECH STONE TILE CLEANER can
6.How can mildew be cleaned off of the grout in my shower?
be used in its pure,concentrated form to remove the excess residue.
Allow the cleaning solution to sit and soak for 2-3 minutes.Agitate
Depending on the surface,and the amount of mildew we recommend
the surface with a nylon brush or white nylon scrub pad,remove the
using STONETECH MOLD MILDEW STAIN REMOVER.
dleaning solution and rinse thoroughly.A repeat wash may be necessary.
7.Why use water-based sealers?
above steps,STONETECH KLENZALL CLEANER may be used using the
STONETECH water-based sealers deliver superior performance,are low
heavy duty dilution ratio.
odour,non-flammable,have fewer fumes (lower VOC)than solvent-
Once the residue has been removed resealing may be necessary.
based sealers and thus better for you and the environment.
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11.How can the STONETECH ENHANCER PROTM Sealer be
14.Can STONETECH ENHANCER PROTM SEALER be applied over
removed?
a penetrating sealer(e.g.STONETECH BULLETPROOF SEALER)?
Once applied the STONETECH Enhancer Pro Sealer is very difficult to
STONETECH enhancing products (e.g.STONETECH ENHANCER PRO
remove.Within 24 hours of application,washing with mineral spirits
SEALER)canot be applied over a penetrating sealer.The penetrating
or other similar solvent(s)may reduce the amount of STONETECH
sealer present will not allow the enhancing product to penetrate the
ENHANCER PRO SEALER in the substrate.After 24 hours,the ability
surface evenly or will prevent the enhancing sealer from penetrating at
of the solvent(s)to reduce the amount of STONETECH ENHANCER PRO
all.
SEALER in the surface decreases.Paint stripper may so be tested.
The penetrating sealer will have to be removed prior to applying an
Once the STONETECH ENHANCER PRO SEALER has cured,mechanical
enhancing product to the substrate (see question #8 above).
abrasion may be required if removal is still necessary.None of the
products in the STONETECH line will remove or reduce the STONETECH
ENHANCER PRO SEALER.
15.A sticky,tacky film has appeared on the floor after
applying the STONETECH ENHANCER PROTM SEALER.How
can this be removed?
12.Is there a product that can be applied over an etch mark
to repair the shine?
with a nylon brush.After 2-3 minutes of agitation,wipe the surface
a solvent may be necessary.
SEALER)will not restore the original appearance of the surface.
necessary,test acquer thinner.Apply solvent to a smal area and begin
13.How can hard water deposits be remove from natural
agitating with a nylon brush or white nylon scrub pad.After 2-4 minutes
stone or masonry？
of agitation,remove the solvent with dean,dry towels.Wipe the surface
If the substrate is not acid sensitive,then STONETECH RESTORETM ACIDIC
thoroughly dry.Replace towels often for best results.Once the surface
CLEANER can be used.On an acid sensitive substrate,we recommend
has thoroughly dried,test for water repellency.If water is repelled the
testing in a small,inconspicuous area.For acid sensitive substrates,
mechanica refinishing may be necessary.Always use proper persona
protective equipment (PPE)and read instructions for use carefully prior
to using STONETECH RESTORE ACIDIC CLEANER.
Tecnical Data Sheets are subject to change without notice.For latest revision,check our website at www.laticrete.eu
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