Lithofin Splash-Stop >W<
Art. 053-11-B
Your patio flags darken after every rain and the kitchen backsplash absorbs oil splashes within minutes. Splash-Stop W blocks water and oil without changing the feel or colour of the stone, giving you time to wipe spills before they soak in.
What Splash-Stop W Does
Splash-Stop W is a neutral impregnator for absorbent natural stone and unglazed ceramics. The 0 % solvent, pH ≈ 7 formula lines capillaries with nano-sized polysiloxanes, reducing water uptake by ≥ 90 % while letting vapour escape. One coat at 40 ml/m² seals pores up to 0.2 µm, so food stains and algae spores cannot anchor.
When to Use
- Polished vanity tops in bathrooms - apply undiluted 40 ml/m² after deep cleaning with MN Power-Clean.
- Rough granite barbecue surrounds - one flood coat undiluted 40 ml/m².
- Sandstone garden paths before winter freeze-thaw - undiluted 40 ml/m².
- Unglazed ceramic tile splashbacks - undiluted 40 ml/m².
- High-porosity terracotta floors needing a matte finish - two wet-on-wet passes, each 40 ml/m².
How to Apply
- Ensure the surface is dry (< 2 % moisture) and free of wax or grout haze.
- Brush, roller, or low-pressure spray a generous, even coat undiluted (40 ml/m²).
- After 10 minutes, redistribute puddles with a dry roller to avoid gloss spots.
- Let the surface dry ventilated; protect from water for 4 hours.
Coverage is 25 m²/L on all listed substrates. Full water repellency develops after 24 hours; re-impregnate every 12-24 months on high-traffic zones.
Surface Compatibility
Splash-Stop W excels on granite, cotto, and concrete because its small molecules penetrate dense matrices without leaving a film. The neutral chemistry will not etch acid-sensitive marble or limestone. Use confidently on slate, basalt, and bluestone. Do not use on fully glazed or polished non-absorbent tiles that require a sheen.
Choosing the Right Product
For stripping old wax or cement film before sealing, use MN Power-Clean. For kitchens needing strong oil resistance, finish with MN Stain-Stop instead of Splash-Stop W.
Pro Tips
- Test absorbency by dropping 1 ml of water; if it darkens within 30 seconds, impregnation is needed.
- Warm stone (15-25 °C) opens pores by up to 18 %, increasing penetration depth.
- Rinse application tools immediately; cured polysiloxane hardens in 20 minutes and is difficult to remove.
Product Details
Application
Compatibility & Safety
| Surface | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Marble | Good | Provides protection but may alter appearance slightly. |
| Granite | Excellent | Highly effective on dense granite surfaces. |
| Limestone | Good | Protects while maintaining natural look. |
| Sandstone | Good | Effective on porous sandstone. |
| Slate | Good | Safe for all slate types. |
| Bluestone | Good | Provides good protection without altering color. |
| Basalt | Good | Effective on basalt surfaces. |
| Porcelain | Not-recommended | Not suitable for glazed porcelain. |
| Ceramic | Good | Works well on unglazed ceramic tiles. |
| Glass mosaic | Not-recommended | Not suitable for glass surfaces. |
| Concrete | Good | Provides effective water repellency. |
| Quartz composite | Good | Safe for quartz surfaces. |
| Terrazzo | Good | Maintains appearance while providing protection. |
| Terracotta | Excellent | Ideal for protecting terracotta tiles. |
| Cotto | Excellent | Highly effective on cotto surfaces. |
| Clinker | Good | Provides good protection for clinker tiles. |
Dosage Calculator
For first application on porous stone, use 50% more product
Frequently asked questions
Can Splash-Stop W darken marble?
On polished marble the colour shift is <3 % ΔE. Always test a 10×10 cm spot first.
How long before a granite patio can get wet after Splash-Stop W?
Keep rain off for 4 hours at 20 °C; full repellency forms after 24 hours.
Does Splash-Stop W block vapour on sandstone?
No. Water vapour diffusion rate remains >80 % of untreated stone, so the slab can still breathe.
How much product do I need for 15 m² of cotto?
At 40 ml/m² you need 600 ml; round up to 1 L for two wet-on-wet passes.
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