HIDRO SST Natural Stone Sealer
HIDRO SST is a top-quality impregnating treatment to protect the natural stone against the harmful effects of water and rising humidity. It is characterized by a 100% water-based, eco-friendly formula and for its lack of volatile organic compounds (V.O.C. Free), therefore, its use is not harmful to the environment or for the health of users, either during or after application.
The specific characteristic of HIDRO SST is that of penetrating natural stone deep down, guaranteeing strong, lasting protection without compromising the original breathability of the surface, since it does not create any type of film. It also does not alter the original appearance of the material.
HIDRO SST is a top-quality impregnating treatment to protect natural stone against the harmful effects of water and rising damp. It is characterised by a 100% water-based, eco-friendly formula and for its lack of volatile organic compounds (V.O.C. Free), therefore, its use is not harmful to the environment or for the health of users, either during or after application. The specific characteristic of HIDRO SST is that of penetrating natural stone deep down, ensuring strong, lasting protection without compromising the original breathability of the surface, since it does not create any type of film. It also does not alter the original appearance of the material. HIDRO SST is a product that combines water-repellent properties with a good resistance to rising damp, which is responsible for the majority of problems generally found on natural stone: persistent damp marks, formation of rust, yellow damp marks, flaking or detached surfaces (pitting), salt efflorescence and surface aggressions.
Unlike traditional water-repellent and damp-proofing treatments available, HIDRO SST helps to increase the resistance of the natural material to dirt and foot traffic, working as a definitive solution due to its high resistance to the action of dewaxers. HIDRO SST is also certified for contact with foods and therefore, is a valid solution for protecting kitchen worktops.
HIDRO SST is particularly recommended for pre-installation treatment on natural surfaces:
– it is used as a 6-side, pre-treatment to prevent rising damp, leaving a high degree of protection without compromising adherence between the underside of the material and
the bonding agent used, even in the event that stone can be installed with simple cement mortar or mechanical securing.
– it is used as a 5-side, pre-treatment (top+edge) in the event that stone can be installed with top-quality mortar or mechanical fastening.
– it is used as a subgrade pre-treatment (back treatment) together with a 5-side, pretreatment (top+edge) in the event that stone can be installed with a bonding agent that
cannot be used with a 6-side treatment carried out using the same product.
Pre-treatment of natural stone is highly recommended as it makes it possible to protect natural materials from the earliest stages of installation, avoiding all problems linked to moisture absorption from the laying bed (screed and adhesive) or the processes that the natural stone undergoes (bonding, grouting, mechanical polishing). It is always advisable to pre-treat natural stone, but it is more important to do so when the surface is absorbent and sensitive, especially and above all, according to the characteristics and performance of the adhesive used.
