Penetrating Sealer
Basically, this type of sealing buys you insurance time to clean spills up before it stains the stone. Penetrating sealers do not alter the appearance or gloss level of the stone.
A penetrating sealer will get into the micro pores of the stone to reduce the ability of contaminants to adhere to the stone. They are not a coating which sits on top of the stone surface.
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This type of sealer gives your stone protection against water and oil marks. Although, penetrating sealers will not protect marble from acid etching (dull spots) as this process is a reaction between the acidic products and the very top surface of the stone.
Penetrating sealer is not very costly and is usually included in the price of fabrication.We would recommend resealing the stone every 8-12 months. The process of sealing is straightforward and can usually be handled by a homeowner as part of normal home maintenance. Sealing a kitchen counter top will take about 30 minutes.
Coating Sealer
Coating type sealers are also available (e.g. MORE™ AntiEtch™, Dry Treat’s Vitremela) which will protect the marble from etching as well as staining, but does add significant cost to stone top installations. This type of coating sealer usually comes with a 10-year warranty and would need to be applied by a licensed applicator.
Coating sealer allows the freedom of choice to use marble, limestone, travertine, and other stones for their beauty and luxurious characteristics. It is ideal for kitchen bench tops.
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MORE™ AntiEtch™ is the brand of coating sealer that we would recommend. Available from a Matt to a Full Gloss Finish, MORE™ AntiEtch™ makes your stone surfaces easy to clean & maintain.
There’s now no restriction when choosing natural stone for tops, MORE™ AntiEtch™ can transform it into a trouble free work surface. MORE™ AntiEtch™… The ultimate in stone protection.
Features inlcude:
- Professionally installed by a MORE™ AntiEtch™ applicator in your area.
- Stops etching and staining.
- Crystal clear finish.
- Can be applied on marble, limestone, onyx, travertine, and concrete.
- Can be applied to honed, polished, and leathered surfaces.
- Can be applied to both horizontal and vertical surfaces.
- Low odor during application.
- Environmentally friendly.
- Safe on food-contact surfaces.
- Zero porosity – germs and bacteria have nowhere to grow.
- Will not crack or peel.
- Easy to maintain and repair.
- Durable – 10 years expected wear.
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To find out more please call us on (02) 9666 7772 or feel free to visit our showroom in Banksmeadow, Sydney. You will be able to view & select your stone from a large range of products. You are sure to be inspired.
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