CONCRETE & STONEWORK
LANDSCAPE SURFACE CARE COVERED WITH
ECOPROTEC ®
Developed for the landscape and contract sectors , the ECOPROTEC ® range includes sustainable surface care products for all types of natural and engineered stone , from limestone to external porcelain . All treatments are made in the UK and the sealing products benefit from the most advanced research in waterbased technology - combining high performance with low odour and low VOC formulations .
The latest innovations New treatments include ECOPROTEC ® Black Spot & Algae Remover and Iron Stain Away . Black Spot & Algae Remover targets organic residues , including black spot , lichen , moss and algae , restoring natural stone , concrete , brick and porcelain in as little as two hours . The second product , Iron Stain Away , is a professional treatment that safely removes rust outbreaks from ferrous hard stones , including sandstone , slate and granite , as well as cement and mortar stains .
Protecting external stone & paving To protect tiles and stone laid outside , the range includes three sealers , a pre-grout protector for matt porcelain and a restoration treatment for faded dark pavers .
The three ECOPROTEC ® external sealers include Ultimate Sealer , Patio Sealer and Colour Enhancing
Sealer . All three are designed to protect all types of natural and engineered stone in outdoor settings , including smooth , honed , rough cut and polished surfaces . They each have a water-based impregnating formulation that strongly repels water , oil , dirt and grease , helps reduce efflorescence and allows the surface to breathe . The difference is in the finish ; Ultimate Sealer leaves the surface virtually unchanged in appearance ; Patio Sealer provides a delicately enhanced natural finish and Colour Enhancing Sealer creates a more pronounced enhancement , bringing out the natural warmth , tone and colour pigment of the stone .
Unlike film-forming or topical sealers which sit on the tile surface , impregnating sealers penetrate , react and line the open pores . They create a hydrophobic and oleophobic barrier that helps to prevent deep staining and facilitates future cleaning and aftercare . Once cured , water vapour permeability remains , allowing transition of microscopic droplets of moisture . This helps to keep any rising salts down and allows any residual moisture to escape .
Protecting textured matt porcelain Developed for use externally and internally , ECOPROTEC ® Pre-Grout Protection is a water-based ‘ preand-post-grout ’ treatment designed for unpolished , textured porcelain . This solution is specifically designed to protect tiles from staining and it allows easy removal of residues of cement-based grouts and two-part resin based jointing compounds , as well as stubborn organic matter . Creating a barrier , without forming a film or altering appearance , it helps to improve and increase the working time of grouts and jointing compounds - and greatly reduces the risk of cement and resin staining . It also helps assist with future cleaning and aftercare .
Restoring colour to faded pavers Outdoor sealer and restorer , ECOPROTEC ® Black Stone Colour Restorer is a water-based impregnator designed for dark natural stone and artificial stone surfaces . Fast and safe to use , it is formulated to restore the appearance of faded limestone , marble , slate and concrete and to provide protection against the elements and staining . During application , the treatment is applied in multiple coats until the desired colour effect is achieved – from grey to ebony . Once dried the sealer is then ‘ cut back ’ to remove excess , ensuring the surface is safe to walk on .
Advice on-the-go In addition to support provided by LTP ’ s in-house technical team , the ECOPROTEC ® Product Selector offers instant advice on surface care and treatment , for all types of tile and stone . The free online resource – accessed at ecoproductselector . com - identifies the correct treatment according to surface type and symptom , with continuous updates to include the latest tile finishes and related issues . As well as providing support for contractors , installers and end users , Product Selector is also a valuable retail sales aid and training tool .
To find out more about ECOPROTEC ® treatments and to request free samples , please call 01823 666213 , email technical @ ecoprotec . co . uk or visit the new website at www . ecoprotec . co . uk
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