Selection of the correct protection system for your stone really is a case of 'horses for courses' and there is no one product that will work in all situations. Determining the stain resistance of the stone without a sealer and with a range of sealer products provides an insight into the performance of the stone and can ensure you choose the right product.

Stone Care Solution has developed a stain resistance test method (SI-STAIN-09) specifically for evaluating sealers on dimension stone. The test results will provide you with information on the natural stain resistance of the stone when exposed to a range of common staining agents and its performance after sealers have been applied. The test covers resistance after a long term (e.g. if the surface was only cleaned once per day) and short term dwell time (if the spill was clean up relatively quickly). Marble Sealers is widely used to have a stain free property and provides excellent finishing when used on stones. This is a penetrating sealer and can be used for surface coating also. Since it is water as well as in solvent based product, it can be applied to prevent water mark or stains. It is suitable for any type of stone, granite, exposed concrete and has a very good abrasion resistance. Sealers also maintain surface and gives a repellent effect to sand stone and lime stone

We hold a vast experience in Applying high quality of Sealers. One of our innovative ranges is Back Coat Sealer. Back Coat is water base film forming cum impregnator for protection of polished or rough marble, granite and natural stone from mortar stain as well as water marks. Compatible on humid or damp surface, therefore saving time during application process.

Modern stone sealers are divided into 3 broad types:

Topical Sealers
Generally made from polyurethanes, acrylics, or natural wax. These sealers may be effective at stopping stains but, being exposed on the surface of the material, they tend to wear out relatively quickly, especially on high-traffic areas of flooring. This type of sealer will significantly change the look and slip resistance of the surface, especially when it is wet. These sealers are not breathable i.e. do not allow the escape of water vapour and other gases, and are not effective against salt attack, such as efflorescence and spilling.

Penetrating Sealers
The most penetrating sealers use siliconates, fluoro-polymers and siloxanes, which repel liquids. These sealers penetrate the surface of the stone enough to anchor the material to the surface. They are generally longer lasting than topical sealers and often do not substantially alter the look of the stone, but still can change the slip characteristics of the surface and do wear relatively quickly. Penetrating sealers often require the use of special cleaners which both clean and top up the repellent ingredient left on the stone surface. These sealers are often breathable to a certain degree, but do not penetrate deeply enough (generally less than 1mm) to be effective against salt attack, such as efflorescence and spilling.

Impregnating Sealers
Uses silanes or modified silanes. These are a type of penetrating sealer, which penetrate deeply into the material, impregnating it with molecules which bond to the capillary pores and repels water and / or oils from within the material. Some modified silane sealers impregnate deeply enough to protect against salt attack, such as efflorescence, spilling, picture framing and freeze-thaw spelling. Some silane stone sealers based on nanotechnology claim to be resistant to UV light and higher pH levels found in new masonry and pointing. A good depth of penetration is also essential for protection from weathering and traffic.