Impregnation, Crystallization and Densifier: Which One and When?
Three terms come up often in floor restoration quotes: impregnation, crystallization (crystallizer) and densifier.
Read More: Impregnation, Crystallization and Densifier: Which One and When?Post-Sealing Drop Test: Is the Protection Working?
Sealing is invisible; a properly applied sealer does not change the appearance of the stone. So how can you tell whether the sealer is really working or whether it is time to reapply? The simplest way is the drop test.
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Types of Impregnators: Water-Based and Solvent-Based Protectors
"Impregnator" is not a single product but a family of protectors with different properties. The type of stone, where it is used, and the look you expect determine which product to choose.
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Why Impregnating Is a Must After Honing Travertine
Travertine looks like new after honing, but at this stage it is also at its most vulnerable. While honing removes the dirty, sealed layer on the surface, it also opens up the stone's pores.
Read More: Why Impregnating Is a Must After Honing TravertineWhat Is Natural Stone Sealing, and Which Stones Need It?
A sealer (impregnator) penetrates the pores of natural stone and slows the absorption of water, oil and other liquids into the stone. It works without changing the stone's appearance and without forming a film on the surface.
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