{"product_id":"lithofin-mn-protector-bluestone","title":"Lithofin MN Protector for Bluestone","description":"\u003cp\u003eYour bluestone kitchen island keeps showing dark rings from olive oil and coffee. One wipe leaves a shadow in the pores. MN Protector stops the stains before they form, sealing every capillary in one easy coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat MN Protector Does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMN Protector\u003c\/strong\u003e is a neutral impregnator for medium-porous natural stone. Its pH-7, solvent-carried fluoropolymer penetrates up to 3 mm, lining the pores so oil molecules ≥1 µm and water droplets bead instead of soaking in. One 500 ml bottle guards 10 m² for 6-12 months, resisting red wine, grease, and coffee at 20 °C after 24 h cure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluestone kitchen countertops - undiluted, 200 ml\/m² (\u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/pages\/problem-stain-protection\"\u003e\/pages\/problem-stain-protection\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluestone dining tables in restaurants - undiluted, 180 ml\/m² for faster turnover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor bluestone benches - undiluted, 220 ml\/m² after 48 h dry weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoned slate bathroom shelves - undiluted, 200 ml\/m² (\u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/pages\/stone-slate\"\u003e\/pages\/stone-slate\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlamed granite BBQ tops - undiluted, 200 ml\/m² (\u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/pages\/stone-granite\"\u003e\/pages\/stone-granite\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamp-dust the surface, then let it dry until moisture meter reads ≤0.5 % (about 24 h).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour MN Protector into a paint tray; load a lint-free cloth and wipe evenly, keeping a wet film for 2 min. PT5M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 10 min, buff off excess with a white pad to avoid streaks. PT5M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait 24 h before use; avoid water contact during this period. PT5M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage: 10 m² per 500 ml on honed bluestone, 8 m² on rough textures. Second coat not required. Full chemical resistance after 24 h at 20 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSurface Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent on \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/pages\/stone-bluestone\"\u003ebluestone\u003c\/a\u003e because the neutral carrier will not etch its acid-sensitive calcite. Good on dense \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/pages\/stone-granite\"\u003egranite\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/pages\/stone-basalt\"\u003ebasalt\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/pages\/stone-slate\"\u003eslate\u003c\/a\u003e; the formula’s small polymer size can still enter their low-porosity structure. Do not use on polished surfaces where penetration is impossible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the Right Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor deep, permanent stain block on any finish, use \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/products\/lithofin-mn-stain-stop\"\u003eMN Stain-Stop\u003c\/a\u003e. For daily cleaning that preserves MN Protector’s hydrophobic layer, mop with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/products\/lithofin-mn-wash-and-clean\"\u003eMN Wash \u0026amp; Clean\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm the stone to 18-22 °C; absorption rises 15 % compared with a cold slab.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMask stainless steel taps; solvents can dull brushed finishes within 30 s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest water beading after cure; if droplets flatten, apply a maintenance coat at 150 ml\/m².\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lithofin","offers":[{"title":"standaard","offer_id":56880112763212,"sku":"388-21-B","price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/6485\/3068\/files\/388-1l.webp?v=1781186702","url":"https:\/\/ixstone.com\/en-ie\/products\/lithofin-mn-protector-bluestone","provider":"adh23084u","version":"1.0","type":"link"}