Sandstone and Flagstone Mci 116

STONETECH® MAINTENANCE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Globally Proven Construction Solutions SANDSTONE AND FLAGSTONE MCI 116

NOTE: For all recommended products: Read the entire product label before using. Use only as directed. Always test in a small inconspicuous area with a 24-hour cure time to determine ease of application and desired results. Avoid skin and eye contact. Always wear appropriate safety equipment during product use.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE AND CARE For routine cleaning of sandstone, flagstone and grout using a 1. Ensure cap is closed and sealed, and shake well before use. Routine, daily maintenance of sandstone or flagstone surfaces will involve cleaner: 2. Mask off surfaces not intended to be treated. MARBLE keeping dirt, dust and other soiling from building up. Exterior installations will STONETECH Stone & Tile Cleaner (Concentrate) 3. Liberally apply an even coat of STONETECH Heavy Duty Sealer using a paint often require more intensive maintenance and care processes. Spills, food and Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Be sure surfaces to be pad, roller, brush or low pressure sprayer. other potential staining materials need to be cleaned up in a reasonable period cleaned are swept or vacuumed to remove loose debris. Avoid skin and eye of time. Regular sweeping and light damp mopping is advisable. For larger 4. Allow the sealer to penetrate the surface for 10-15 minutes. During this contact with product. Wear protective eyewear and gloves when handling installations these processes remain the same; only the scale will change. time, keep the surface wet with sealer, adding more sealer as needed. DO concentrate. Keep children and pets out of the area during application and NOT ALLOW SEALER TO COMPLETELY DRY ON THE SURFACE. GRANITE Highly alkaline, acidic, ammonia based, abrasive cleaners, or bleach may drying. damage some stone, tile and/or grout surfaces and may also degrade any 5. Thoroughly wipe dry the entire surface with clean absorbent towels. 1. Dilute STONETECH® Stone & Tile Cleaner (Concentrate) with warm water applied sealer, adversely affecting stain repellency. The use of a gentle cleaner according to the following mixing chart: 6. A second coat may be needed for porous, absorbent surfaces. If a second specifically formulated for stone, tile and grout maintenance is the best coat is required, it should be applied within 30-40 minutes from the initial

assurance of not harming the sandstone or flagstone, grout or degrading any LIMESTONE Use STONETECH Stone & Tile Cleaner Warm Water application as directed in steps 3-5. applied sealers. (Concentrate) 7. Allow sealer to cure for 24 hours prior to grouting. Maintenance Cleaning Light Duty 1 part 64 part 8. Clean tools used during application with water. Both routine damp mopping and monthly scrub cleanings of sandstone or Heavy Duty 1 part 32 parts Refer to data sheet DS279.0 for more information. flagstone surfaces can be accomplished using sponges and brushes, spray

mops, and traditional mop and bucket. A wet/dry vacuum is helpful for TRAVERTINE 2. Apply mixed solution with a damp mop, sponge or appropriate professional RESTORATIVE DEEP CLEANING cleaning big floors. For commercial applications a swing machine fitted with cleaning equipment. Stone, tile and grout installations can become heavily soiled over time. a brush or pad or an auto-scrubber will help maintain larger installations. Restorative cleaning processes will help return these surfaces to a more STONETECH has two maintenance cleaners suitable for sandstone or flagstone 3. Clean entire area with mop, changing cleaning solution often to ensure that acceptable appearance. surfaces. soil is not redeposited. Wipe or rinse cleaned area. 4. Let area dry completely before using. The following restorative surface cleaning processes are done in preparation For routine cleaning of sandstone and flagstone using a cleaner for resealing or for specialized surface cleaning circumstances. These cleaning

and protector: STONETECH Stone & Tile Cleaner (Ready-To-Use) processes should not damage the surface of the sandstone and flagstone, SLATE STONETECH® Revitalizer® Cleaner and Protector Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Be sure surfaces to be however, these types of heavy duty cleaning may degrade or strip many (Concentrate) cleaned are swept or vacuumed to remove loose debris. Avoid skin and eye sealers from the application. Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Be sure all surfaces to contact with product. Wear protective eyewear and gloves when handling Depending on the type of soiling or staining, select one of the following be cleaned are swept or vacuumed to remove loose debris. Keep children and concentrate. Keep children and pets out of the area during application and SANDSTONE AND

options: FLAGSTONE pets out of the area during application and drying. drying. For cleaning grease, oil, dirt, dry soil, or to prepare for resealing: 1. Dilute STONETECH® Revitalizer® Cleaner and Protector (Concentrate) with 1. Spray or pour directly onto soiled area. STONETECH KlenzAll™ Cleaner (Concentrate) warm water according to the following mixing chart: 2. Wipe clean with a dry towel, lint free cloth or sponge. No need to rinse. Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Always test in a small 3. Repeat for heavily soiled areas using a non-abrasive scrubbing pad. ® ® inconspicuous area to determine ease of use and desired results. Be sure

Use STONETECH Revitalizer Warm Water TERRA COTTA PRODUCTS Cleaner & Protector (Concentrate) 4. Wipe clean with a dry towel. all surfaces to be cleaned are swept or vacuumed to remove loose debris. AND CLAY Refer to data sheet DS211.0 for more information. Avoid skin and eye contact with product. Wear protective eyewear, gloves, Spray Refill 1 part 1 part long sleeves, and long pants while handling concentrate. Ensure work area is Light Duty 1 part 4 parts NEW INSTALLATION PRE-GROUT TREATMENT well-ventilated during application and until surface is dry. Keep children and Grouting cleanup is often easier when the stone is sealed prior to grouting. pets out of the area during application and drying. 2. Apply diluted solution with a damp mop, towel, sponge or low pressure Sandstone or flagstone can be porous and are susceptible to grout staining CONCRETE AND The following is a restorative surface cleaning process which is done in MASONRY sprayer. and may benefit from sealing prior to grouting. preparation for resealing or for specialized surface cleaning circumstances. This 3. Rub surface lightly and remove any excess cleaner. No need to rinse. A simple water test can be performed to identify if the stone is porous. If process should not damage the stone surface, however, this type of heavy 4. Repeat if necessary for heavily soiled areas. the sandstone or flagstone darkens after applying water to the stone surface duty cleaning will degrade or strip many sealers from the application.

5. Let area dry completely before using. and waiting for 5 minutes, the stone is absorbent and applying a sealer prior 1. Dilute concentrated STONETECH KlenzAll™ Cleaner with warm water PORCELAIN TILE to grouting may aid in clean up after grouting. For most stones that darken according to the following mixing chart: CERAMIC AND STONETECH Revitalizer Cleaner and Protector (Ready- when wet a single application of sealer is generally sufficient as a pre-grouting To-Use) treatment. Use STONETECH KlenzAll™ Warm pH Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Be sure all surfaces to Cleaner (Concentrate) Water For a pre-grout sealer for sandstone or flagstone: be cleaned are swept or vacuumed to remove loose debris. Keep children and Light Duty 1 part 8 parts 10.7 pets out of the area during application and drying. STONETECH Heavy Duty Sealer Pre-Grout Sealer Application Medium Duty 1 part 4 parts 11

1. To refill 24 oz. (709 mL) spray bottle, use a funnel. OTHER Heavy Duty 1 part 2 parts 11.3 2. Spray or pour directly onto soiled area. Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Always test in a small inconspicuous area with a 24-hour cure time to determine ease of application 3. Wipe clean with a dry towel, lint free cloth or sponge. No need to rinse. and desired results. Make sure surface is clean and free of waxes and 2. Apply mixed solution with a mop, clean cloth or low-pressure sprayer. Avoid 4. Repeat for heavily soiled areas using a non-abrasive scrubbing pad. coatings. STONETECH Heavy Duty Sealer may be applied to damp surfaces applying cleaner on unintended surfaces. one hour after standing water has been removed. Surface temperature 5. Wipe clean with a dry towel. 3. Lightly scrub with a scrub brush or floor machine as needed. should be between 50°F - 80°F (10°C - 26°C). Ensure that the area is Refer to data sheet DS212.0 for more information. well-ventilated during application and until the surface is dry. Keep children 4. Remove STONETECH® KlenzAll™ Cleaner using a clean cloth, wet/dry and pets out of the area until treated surface is dry. vacuum or damp mop.

LATICRETE International, Inc., One LATICRETE Park North, Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA n 1.888.786.6343 n +1.203.393.0010 n www.stonetech.com ©2016 LATICRETE International, Inc. All trademarks shown are the intellectual properties of their respective owners. Maintenance & Care Instructions and Product Data Sheets are subject to change without notice. For latest revision, check our website at www.laticrete.com DS-211.4-1016 37 TERRA COTTA CERAMIC AND CONCRETE AND SANDSTONE AND OTHER AND CLAY SLATE TRAVERTINE LIMESTONE GRANITE MARBLE PORCELAIN TILE MASONRY FLAGSTONE PRODUCTS 38 Maintenance & Care Instructions andProductDataSheetsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice. Forlatestrevision,checkourwebsiteatwww.laticrete.comMaintenance &CareInstructions ©2016 LATICRETE oftheirrespectiveowners. Inc.Alltrademarksshownaretheintellectual properties International, LATICRETE Inc.,OneLATICRETE International, Bethany, ParkNorth, CT06524-3423USA 3. LiberallyapplyanevencoatofSTONETECHHeavyDutyCoatingStripper 2. Wear glovesandeyeprotectionduringhandlingapplicationto rubber 1. SHAKEWELLBEFOREUSING.Donotdilutebeforeapplying. temperature rangeisbetween50°F-90°F(10°C32°C). Should notbeusedinextremetemperatures.Recommendedapplication notintendedtobetreated.Avoidwith surfaces applyingindirectsunlight. useresumes.AvoidKeep childrenandpetsoutoftheareauntilsurface contact isdry.Ensure workareaiswell-ventilatedduringapplicationanduntilsurface tobecleaned aresweptorvacuumedtoremoveloosedebris. sure allsurfaces easeofapplicationanddesiredresults.Be inconspicuous areatodetermine Read entirelabelbeforeusing.Useonlyasdirected.Test inasmall STONETECH HeavyDutyCoatingStripper finishesorheavywaxes: topical coatings,acrylic Removal ofepoxyorsinglecomponentgrouthazes,stripping Refer todatasheetDS216.0formoreinformation. 7. ResealcleanedareawithanappropriateSTONETECHsealer(e.g. withcleanwater.6. Thoroughlyrinseallmetalsurfaces Cleanandrinse 5. Rinseareawellwithcleanwaterandwipedry. 4. RemoveSTONETECHRestoreAcidicCleanerusingacleancloth,wet/dry orfloor machine asneeded. brush 3. Agitatewithascrub notintendedtobe 2. Maskoffandprotectanymetalsorothersurfaces water 1. DiluteconcentratedSTONETECHRestore™AcidicCleanerwithwarm children andpetsoutoftheareaduringapplicationdrying. isdry.work areaiswellventilatedduringapplicationanduntilsurface Keep eyewear, gloves,longsleeves,andpantswhilehandlingproduct.Ensure corrode mostmetalsurfaces. or damagemostmarble,limestoneandtravertinesurfaces.Willetch duty dilutionmaydarkensomesurfaces. tobecleanedaresweptorvacuumedremoveloosedebris.Heavy surfaces requireddilutionandresults.Besureall inconspicuous areatodetermine Read entirelabelbeforeusing.Useonlyasdirected.Alwaystestinasmall STONETECH staining: Removal ofefflorescence,mineraldeposits,andcalciumbased Refer todatasheetDS215.0formoreinformation. 7. ResealcleanedareawithanappropriateSTONETECHsealer(e.g. mayrequireadditionalcleaning.Ifso,repeatsteps2–5 6. Somesurfaces 5. Rinseareawellwithcleanwater. completely. Allowareatodry Sandstone andFlagstone–MCI116 Medium Duty potential damagetothosesurfaces. withawetclothtoprevent Coating Stripperfromunintendedsurfaces APPLY WITHASPRAYER. ImmediatelyremoveSTONETECHHeavyDuty moporpaintpad.DONOT over therequiredareawithapaintbrush, prevent skinandeyecontact. STONETECH BulletProofSealer). equipment withwater. vacuum ordampmop. treated. Applymixedsolutionwithacleanmop,ortowel. according tothefollowingmixingchart: STONETECH BulletProof above. Heavy Duty Light Duty Use ® Restore™AcidicCleaner Acidic Cleaner(Concentrate) STONETECH ® Sealer). 1 part 1 part 1 part Avoid skinandeyecontact.Wear protective ® Restore™ This acid-basedcleanerwilletch 16 parts 4 parts Warm Water 1 part 1.2 1.4 <1 pH continued 4. Application time will vary dependingontypeofcoatingbeingremoved. 4. Applicationtimewillvary Refer todatasheetDS229.0formoreinformation. 5. Repeatasneededforheavilysoiledareas. withcleancloth. areadry 4. Wipe 3. Rinseareawellwithcleanwater. as needed. with stiff nylon brush cloth or scrub with clean, dry surface 2. Wipe 1. SpraySTONETECHSoapScumRemoverdirectlyonsoiledareas.Avoid pets outoftheareaduringapplicationanddrying. skin andeyecontact.Wear protectiveeyewearandgloves.Keepchildren tobecleanedare swept orvacuumedtoremoveloosedebris.Avoidsurfaces easeofuseanddesiredresults.Besure inconspicuous areatodetermine Read entirelabelbeforeusing.Useonlyasdirected.Alwaystestinasmall STONETECH SoapScumRemover For cleaningandremovingsoapscum: Refer todatasheetDS111.2formoreinformation. 5. ResealcleanedareawithanappropriateSTONETECHsealer(e.g. water. with cleanclothandwarm 4. Rinseandwipesurface Repeatasneeded contaminants. toremovethesurface withastiff bristlebrush 3. Lightlyscrub for5-10 2. AllowSTONETECHDeepKlenz™Cleanertoworkonthesurface by directlysprayingontosoiledarea. 1. Thoroughlywetsurface application temperaturerangeisbetween40°F-100°F(4°C38°C). Keep childrenandpetsoutoftheareaduringapplicationdrying.ended tobecleanedare sweptorvacuumedtoremoveloosedebris. all surfaces easeofuseanddesiredresults.Makesure inconspicuous areatodetermine Read entirelabelbeforeusing.Useonlyasdirected.Alwaystestinasmall STONETECH DeepKlenz™Cleaner For spotorsmallareadeepcleaning: Refer todatasheetDS235.0formoreinformation. trafficmaybegin2hoursafterremovalofcoating. 10. Surface 9. Morethanoneapplicationmayberequired,repeatsteps3through8 wellwithcleanwater.8. Rinsesurface upresidualSTONETECHHeavyDutyCoatingStripperwithclean,dry 7. Wipe orpadaftertestingasmallarea brush withanylonscrub 6. Agitatesurface onthesurface. 5. DonotletSTONETECHHeavyDutyCoatingStripperdry Approximate applicationtimesareasfollows: applying ontounintendedsurfaces. STONETECH BulletProofSealer). for heavysoiledareas. onthesurface. minutes. DoNOTallowproducttodry when necessary. vacuumcanbeusedforlargerarea. cloth orwetmop.Awet/dry can bewetwithwatertoenableeasierremovalofcoating. Surface orpadwillnotscratchthesurface. first tomakesurethatbrush wet. product tokeepsurface todry,If STONETECHHeavyDutyCoatingStripperstarts addadditional Polyurethane oracrylic Sealer, waxorvarnish Epoxy GroutHaze Coating Type n 1.888.786.6343 n +1.203.393.0010 Application DwellTime

30 –60minutes 1 to2hours 1 to2hours n www.stonetech.com 4. Allow48–72hoursforSTONETECHOilStainRemovertodry. 3. Donotcover. 2. Applya¼"(6mm)thicklayerofpastetothestain.Ensurethat 1. Usingaplasticorwoodspatula,stirthoroughlytomixthepaste. iscleananddry.application anduntilsurface area iswell-ventilatedandkeepchildrenpetsawayfromtheduring isclean,dry,Make suresurface andfreeofwaxescoatings.Ensurethat thatthedesiredresultswillbeachieved. inconspicuous areatodetermine Read entirelabelbeforeusing.Useonlyasdirected.Alwaystestinasmall STONETECH OilStainRemover For oilstainremoval: Refer todatasheetDS219.0formoreinformation. 4. Repeatasneededforheavily-soiledareas. 3. Rinseareawellwithcleanwater. asneeded. withnon-abrasivespongeorstiffnylonbrush 2. Cleansurface 1. SpraySTONETECHMold&MildewStainRemoverdirectlyonsoiledareas. with otherhouseholdcleanersormetals. Donotmixthisproduct pets outoftheareaduringapplicationanddrying. skin andeyecontact.Wear protectiveeyewearandgloves.Keepchildren tobecleanedaresweptorvacuumedremoveloosedebris.Avoidsurfaces easeofuseanddesiredresults.Besure inconspicuous areatodetermine Read entirelabelbeforeusing.Useonlyasdirected.Alwaystestinasmall STONETECH Mold&MildewStainRemover For cleaningandremovingmoldmildew: 6. A second coat may be needed for porous, absorbent surfaces. Ifasecond 6. Asecondcoatmaybeneededforporous,absorbentsurfaces. withcleanabsorbenttowels. theentiresurface 5. Thoroughlywipedry for10-15minutes.Duringthistime, 4. Allowsealertopenetratethesurface 3. LiberallyapplyanevencoatofSTONETECHBulletProofSealerusingapaint notintendedtobetreated. 2. Maskoffsurfaces 1. Ensurecapisclosedandsealed,shakewellbeforeuse. isdry.until treatedsurface isdry.application anduntilthesurface Keepchildren andpetsoutofthearea 50°F -80°F(10°C26°C).Ensurethattheareaiswell-ventilatedduring temperatureshouldbebetween standing waterhasbeenremoved.Surface onehourafter waxes andcoatings.Sealermaybeappliedtodampsurfaces iscleanandfreeof of 72hourspriortoapplication.Makesuresurface and desiredresults.Allownewgroutinstallationstocureforaminimum easeofapplication inconspicuous areawitha24hourcuretimetodetermine Read entirelabelbeforeusing.Useonlyasdirected.Alwaystestinasmall STONETECH BulletProof oil-based staining: For interiorandexteriornaturallookprotectionfromwater- and more stainresistantwiththeapplicationofapenetratingsealer. The cementgroutsusedinsandstoneorflagstonetileinstallationswillalsobe water-based materialsandsealingwillhelpprotectthestone’s appearance. All sandstoneorflagstoneissusceptibletostainingfrombothoiland SEALING ANDPROTECTING: Refer todatasheetDS214.0formoreinformation. isdry,9. Oncethesurface resealthecleanedareawithanappropriate 8. Cleanupresidueandtoolswithmineralspirits. repeatprocess. 7. Ifstainisnotcompletelygoneafterdrying, fromthestone. 6. Allowsolventtocompletelydry 5. Usingaplasticspatula,removethedriedSTONETECHOilStainRemover extends atleast1"-2"(25–50mm)beyondtheedgeofstain. Avoid applyingontounintendedsurfaces. application asdirectedinsteps3-5. coat isrequired,itshouldbeappliedwithin30-40minutes fromtheinitial ALLOW SEALERTOCOMPLETELY DRY ONTHESURFACE. wetwithsealer,keep thesurface addingmoresealerasneeded.DONOT pad, roller, orlow-pressuresprayer. brush STONETECH sealer(e.g.BulletProofSealer). and discard. ® Sealer DS-211.4-1016 Sandstone and Flagstone – MCI 116 continued 7. Should a sealer residue appear, rewet the impacted section of the surface 5. For protection against de-icing salts, a second coat is recommended and 6. Full cure is achieved after 24-72 hours. Avoid surface traffic for 6-8 hours with sealer. Agitate the surface with a white nylon scrubbing pad to loosen should be applied 15-20 minutes after the initial application as directed after application. If surface traffic must resume sooner, cover the floor with residue and wipe dry with a clean, absorbent towel. in steps 2-4. red rosin paper to protect it until full cure has been achieved. Red rosin 8. A full cure is achieved in 24-72 hours. Use of the treated surface may 6. The sealer should be fully cured prior to water contacting the surface. Full paper is not needed to apply second coat. resume in 6-8 hours. If use of the surface must resume sooner, cover the cure is achieved in 72 hours. If there is a possibility of rain within the 72 7. Clean up promptly after job is complete. Rags and equipment that are wet treated surface with red rosin paper to protect it until full cure has been hour cure time, cover surface so it remains dry. with product may be flammable. Clean equipment with mineral spirits and achieved. 7. Clean tools used during application with water. allow to dry in a well-ventilated area. Allow rags to dry in a well-ventilated 9. Clean tools used during application with water. area out of reach of children and pets. When dry, dispose of in accordance 8. If resistance to oily stains is also desired, apply an appropriate STONETECH with local waste disposal regulations. Refer to data sheet DS282.0 for more information. sealer (e.g. STONETECH BulletProof® Sealer) after STONETECH Salt Water Resistant Sealer has fully cured. Refer to data sheet DS218.5 for more information. For a natural look water repellent on exterior surfaces: Refer to data sheet DS288.0 for more information. For a color enhancing topical protector: STONETECH® Heavy Duty Exterior Sealer STONETECH High Gloss Finishing Sealer Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Always test in a small For a color enhancing impregnating sealer for interior surfaces: inconspicuous area with a 24-hour cure time to determine ease of application STONETECH Enhancer Sealer (Water-based) Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Always test in a small MARBLE inconspicuous area to determine appropriate application method, achievement and desired results. Allow new grout installations to cure for a minimum of Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Test in a small 72 hours prior to application. Make sure surface is clean, thoroughly dry and of desired results, and to ensure good adhesion. Surface must be thoroughly inconspicuous area with a 24-hour cure time to determine ease of application clean, dry, and free of any sealers or coatings before application. Application free of waxes and coatings. Surface temperature should be between 50°F and desired results. Allow new grout installations to cure for at least 72 - 80°F (10°C - 26°C). Keep children and pets out of the area until surface to a dirty or dusty surface will affect adhesion and appearance. Avoid applying hours prior to application. Be sure surface is clean, thoroughly dry and free of in direct sunlight, surface temperature should be 50°F – 80°F (10°C - use resumes. ® sealers, waxes and coatings. Not recommended for exterior surfaces. Surface 26°C). STONETECH High Gloss Finishing Sealer should not be applied to a GRANITE 1. Mask off any surfaces not intended to be treated. temperature should be between 50°F – 80°F (10°C - 26°C). Avoid skin wet or moist surface. Avoid applying onto surfaces not intended for treatment. and eye contact. Wear protective eyewear and gloves. Ensure work area is 2. Liberally apply an even coat of STONETECH® Heavy Duty Exterior Sealer For new installations with grout, sealer can be applied as soon as 72 hours well-ventilated during application and until surface is dry. Keep children and after grouting. Fresh concrete slabs require a minimum of 28 days to cure with a paint pad, paintbrush, paint roller or solvent-resistant, low-pressure pets out of the area during application and drying. sprayer. Do not use power sprayer. Do not thin before using. before applying the sealer. Keep children and pets out of the area until treated surface is dry. See method of application. 1. Shake well before using. LIMESTONE 1. SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING. Do not dilute before applying. 3. Allow sealer to penetrate the surface for 5–15 minutes; denser material 2. Apply STONETECH Enhancer Sealer evenly and liberally using a paint pad, may require more time for sealer to penetrate. During this time, distribute low-pressure chemical-resistant sprayer, roller or brush. Avoid applying 2. Liberally apply 1-3 even coats of STONETECH High Gloss Finishing Sealer excess sealer over entire area to ensure even penetration. DO NOT ALLOW sealer on unintended surfaces. with a natural bristle paint brush, paint roller, low pressure sprayer, or EXCESS SEALER TO DRY ON THE SURFACE. 3. Allow sealer to penetrate surface for 15–30 minutes; denser material may pump-up garden sprayer. Avoid puddling of product during application. 4. Thoroughly wipe dry the entire surface with a clean dry cloth to completely require maximum time to penetrate surface. Spread excess sealer over 3. Allow 30-45 minutes between coats or until the surface is dry. TRAVERTINE entire area for even penetration. remove all excess sealer from the surface. 4. Surface traffic may begin 12 hours after final application; keep installation 5. A second coat may be needed for porous, absorbent surfaces and should be 4. Following penetration time, completely wipe surface dry with a clean dry dry for a minimum of 12 hours; full cure is achieved in 24-48 hours. towel. DO NOT ALLOW EXCESS TO DRY COMPLETELY ON SURFACE. applied one hour after initial application as directed in steps 2–4. 5. Keep surfaces clean and dry as finished surfaces may become slippery 6. If sealer was not completely wiped off and a residue appears, wipe entire 5. A second coat may be needed for porous, absorbent surfaces or if a darker when wet. appearance is required. Apply second coat 1 hour after start of initial surface with a towel dampened with sealer. Use a white nylon pad to 6. Clean tools used during application immediately with water. loosen residue and follow with a clean, white absorbent towel to remove. application following directions in steps 1–4. SLATE Refer to data sheet DS219.5 for more information. 7. Full cure is achieved in 24–72 hours. Surface use may resume in 4-6 6. A full cure is achieved after 24–72 hours. Surface traffic may begin in 6–8 hours. hours. If needed sooner, cover the floor with red rosin paper to protect it STONETECH Semi Gloss Finishing Sealer until the recommended time periods have passed.

8. Clean up promptly after job is complete, since rags and equipment that are Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Always test in a small SANDSTONE AND

wet with product may be combustible. Clean equipment with mineral spirits 7. Clean tools used during application with water. inconspicuous area to determine appropriate application method, achievement FLAGSTONE and allow equipment and rags to dry in a well-ventilated area out of reach Refer to data sheet DS217.5 for more information. of desired results, and to ensure good adhesion. Surface must be thoroughly of children and pets. After rags are dry, dispose of in accordance with local clean, dry, and free of any sealers or coatings before application. Application waste disposal regulations. For a color enhancing impregnating sealer for interior and to a dirty or dusty surface will affect adhesion and appearance. Avoid applying exterior surfaces: in direct sunlight, surface temperature should be 50°F – 80°F (10°C - Refer to data sheet DS212.5 for more information. STONETECH Enhancer Pro™ Sealer (Solvent-based) 26°C). STONETECH Semi Gloss Finishing Sealer should not be applied to a TERRA COTTA PRODUCTS For a salt water resistant protector: wet or moist surface. Avoid applying onto surfaces not intended for treatment. AND CLAY Read entire label before using. Use only as directed. Always test in a small For new installations with grout, sealer can be applied as soon as 72 hours STONETECH Salt Water Resistant Sealer inconspicuous area with a 24-hour cure time to determine ease of application after grouting. Fresh concrete slabs require a minimum of 28 days to cure and desired results. Allow new grout installations to cure for a minimum of 72 Not intended for use on surfaces that have been previously exposed to before applying the sealer. Keep children and pets out of the area until treated hours prior to application. Make sure surface is clean, free of waxes, coatings, surface is dry. salt water or deicing salts. Read entire label before using. Use only as and previous sealers, and is dry for 24-72 hours. Surface temperature directed. Always test in a small inconspicuous area with a 24-hour cure CONCRETE AND

should be between 50°F - 80°F (10°C - 26°C). Ensure that the area is 1. SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING. Do not dilute before applying. MASONRY time to determine ease of application and desired results. Allow new grout well-ventilated during application and until treated surface is dry. Keep children 2. Liberally apply 1-3 even coats of STONETECH Semi Gloss Finishing Sealer installations to cure for a minimum of 72 hours prior to application. Make and pets out of the area until treaded surface is dry. sure surface is clean, dry and free of waxes and coatings. Surface temperature with a natural bristle paint brush, paint roller, or paint pad. Do not apply should be between 35°F - 90°F (2 – 32°C). Keep children and pets out of 1. Mask off any surfaces not intended to be treated. product with a sprayer. Avoid puddling of product during application. the area until surface use resumes. 3. Allow 30-45 minutes between coats or until the surface is dry.

2. Liberally apply an even coat of STONETECH Enhancer Pro™ Sealer using PORCELAIN TILE CERAMIC AND 1. Mask off any surfaces not intended to be treated. a paint pad, roller, brush, or pump-up garden sprayer. Do not use a power 4. Surface traffic may begin 12 hours after final application; keep installation sprayer, towel, or sponge for application. Do not thin before using. 2. Liberally apply an even coat of STONETECH Salt Water Resistant Sealer dry for a minimum of 12 hours; full cure is achieved in 24-48 hours. with a bristle paint brush or paint roller. 3. Allow Sealer to penetrate surface for 15-20 minutes. Denser material may 5. Keep surfaces clean and dry as finished surfaces may become slippery require more time to penetrate. DO NOT ALLOW EXCESS SEALER TO DRY when wet. 3. Allow sealer to penetrate the surface for 15–20 minutes. During this time, ON SURFACE. Failure to remove excess sealer from surface may result in distribute excess sealer over residue that may need to be mechanically removed. 6. Clean tools used during application immediately with water. entire area to ensure even penetration. Do not allow sealer to pool on the 4. Thoroughly wipe surface with multiple dry cloths to remove all excess Refer to data sheet DS220.5 for more information. OTHER surface. DO NOT ALLOW EXCESS SEALER TO DRY ON THE SURFACE. sealer. 4. Thoroughly wipe the entire surface with a clean dry cloth to completely 5. A second coat may be needed for more absorbent surfaces or if darker remove all excess sealer from the surface. appearance is required. Sealer should be applied one hour after start of initial application, as directed in steps 2-4.