How to: Protect Natural Stone Surfaces from Staining and Water Damage

Due to their appearance and versatility, natural stone surfaces are commonly found in all kinds of household and commercial properties. However, the fantastic appearance and colour you desire will fade if not properly protected. To preserve the appearance of natural stone surfaces and protect them from water damage, you need an impregnating sealer. There is no better choice than Faber MA 90 Wet-look Colour Enhancing Impregnator. Water damage is especially an issue for absorbent surfaces, but worry not, Faber MA 90 excels in protecting these types of materials. 

In this article, I will explain why you need Faber MA 90 to restore colour to natural stone surfaces and protect them from water damage and staining. I will also be explaining how to use this stain-proof impregnator to achieve the best results. 

To learn about the best tools and methods to protect or maintain your wall and floor surfaces visit the Tiling Logistics blog. Each post is written by experienced members of our team explaining the best tips and tricks for surface restoration and treatment. 

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Why use a colour-enhancing impregnator to protect stone?

Natural stone surfaces are perfect for elevating the appearance of any area they are in thanks to their luxurious and unique texture. However, the beauty of natural stone fades over time without the right protection. This is where a colour-enhancing impregnator comes in. Not only do they restore the appearance of faded stone surfaces, but a colour-enhancing impregnator will also protect surfaces from future alterations to their appearance, including staining. 

How to protect natural stone from water damage and staining- 

1. Apply the Faber MA 90

Pour a generous amount of the impregnator onto the surface using a tool of your choice. Be sure to cover the entire surface in a layer of the solution. 

2. Leave the solution to act

Wait between 5 and 10 minutes for MA 90 to act. 

Evenly spread excess of the impregnator across the surface with the same tool. Do this until the finished surface is even and homogeneous. Although, this may not be a necessity on especially absorbent surfaces. 

3. Buff the surface

After 4 - 6 hours, ensure the entire surface is completely dry. Then, you can buff up the polished result of this wet-look impregnator by dry brushing. 

To do this, brush the surface dry using a traditional floor polisher (1.5 HP, 175 rpm) with a white or lambswool disc or wool-cotton attachment. 

As an alternate, on counters, small surfaces or upright surfaces, an orbital or manual wheel is suitable for dry polishing. Use a white disc or pad or a compact felt or wool-cotton cloth. 

Why Faber MA 90?

Faber is a solvent-based, wet-look colour enhancer that elevates the appearance of stone surfaces. It leaves a semi-gloss satin finish on natural stone and materials with non-polished finishes and a medium to high level of absorption. 

Even on especially absorbent surfaces, this impregnator provides an in-depth wet look, while also creating a semi-polished surface finish and a warm colouring. This colouring enhances the natural grain and aesthetics of the surfaces. 

However, Faber MA 90 does more than make surfaces look better, it also protects them and preserves their beautiful appearances. This natural stone sealer offers fantastic water-repellent and stain-proof properties.  It is also resistant to UV rays so surfaces will not yellow over time.

This wet-look impregnator is incredibly easy and applying it takes no time at all. 

Are your surfaces suitable for Faber MA 90?

This stain-resistant, wet-look impregnating sealer is suitable for a range of natural stone surfaces and medium to high absorbent surfaces. 

Suitable for Use On:
- Basaltina - Lava rock
- Cementina
- Cotto
- Granite
- Limestone
- Marble
- Porphyry
- Quartzite
- Reconstituted (eco stone)
- Sandstone
- Slate
- Terracotta
- Travertine
- Tuff

This wet-look impregnator is also suitable for use on indoor and outdoor surfaces. 

After protecting surfaces with Faber MA 90 - 

To maintain the results of this natural stone sealer, it is important to use the right products. 

For the everyday cleaning surfaces sealed with Faber MA 90, we advise the use of Faber Neugel, Faber 30 or Faber Deterfug. Your choice of maintenance cleaner depends on the type of surface material. 

Why Tiling Logistics?

Here at Tiling Logistics, we are very passionate about surface care, so much so that members of our team have devoted over 30 years in total to it. This 30-year's worth of first-hand experience has granted us a great understanding of stone and tile surface care. 

After this time, we have developed an understanding of the best tools, products and methods for any surface treatment. Due to this, we are sure to have the best advice for you regardless of whether you are working on a commercial, industrial or domestic property.

More Information 

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Alternatively, click here to view the technical datasheet (TDS) for Faber MA 90.

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