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IMPORTANCE OF SEALING TILES, STONE AND GROUT + SEALER TYPES EXPLAINED

Quality Tile Care • Feb 13, 2018

Tile, Stone and Grout Sealing Information

Tile, Stone and Grout Cleaning and Sealing Service in Manchester

It is extremely important to seal natural stone and tiles, because sealer acts as a shield against future stains and dirt build-up. Even more so it's important so seal the grout which most of the tilers are not doing when floors are getting laid down. If grout is not sealed properly with the right sealer, it will start to discolour and catch dirt. Grout can also start to crack over time in places if liquids will get on it (cracking will depend on the type of grout used). There are two different types of sealers - Impregnating Sealer and Topical Sealer.


Impregnating Sealer - Is solvent based matt sealer which leaves a matte finish, penetrates in the surface and allows the floor to breathe. Impregnating sealer Performs well in wet areas including bathrooms , wetrooms and swimming pool surrounds. It's also suitable on floors that have no damp proof course. There are two types of impregnating sealers - Colour Enhancer (enhancers natural colours in stone) and Clear Sealer (Tile looks stay as it was before sealing). In Quality Tile Care we mostly use solvent based Impregnators as the water based ones are not working well. We only use water based impregnating sealer when it's required by the customer.


Topical Sealer - Is a water based acrylic sealer. It forms a durable film on top of the surface, enhances tile appearance and produces a sheen. Sheen can vary from the type of the topical sealer.Topical sealers aren't usually breathable but now there are breathable options also available. Breathable topical sealers are needed on floors where sheen is desired but no damp proof membraine is installed. Breathable sealer produces lower sheen and less tile appearance enhancement.

We don't recommend using resin based sealers, as many of them can't be taken off with sealer strippers and when the looks get worn it will become a big problem.

It can be a little confusing and difficult to choose the right sealer for your floor, if you don't know much about the subject. This is where we in Quality Tile Care will step in and help you to pick the right sealer for your tile or stone floor.

With us you can be sure your floor will be sealed with right sealer suited for your needs. We will talk you through all the pros and cons of each sealer type. Also small sealer testers can be completed for visual decision making.

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To enquire about your tile and stone floor sealing from our experts, get in touch through our C ontact page or call 07598 913581.

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