Lithofin Rust-EX - Usage Guide
Lithofin Rust-EX - Usage Guide
Specialised rust stain remover for stone and tile surfaces. Contains specific rust-dissolving agents that target iron oxide stains without affecting the surrounding surface. Effective on both external rust (metal objects) and internal rust (iron minerals within stone).
Ideal For
- Rust rings from furniture on marble
- Iron mineral spots in granite
- Rust from nails or fixings
- Iron-rich water stains
Dilution Ratios
| Situation | Dilution |
|---|---|
| Standard | Ready to use - do not dilute |
How to Apply
Method: Brush or dropper - apply directly to stain
Coverage: Spot treatment - varies
Curing/drying time: 5-15 minutes dwell time
Reapplication: As needed (one-time treatment per stain)
Surface Compatibility
| Surface | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Granite | excellent | Safe and effective on granite |
| Slate | excellent | Safe on slate |
| Basalt | excellent | Safe on basalt |
| Porcelain | excellent | Safe and effective |
| Ceramic | excellent | Safe and effective |
| Clinker | excellent | Effective on clinker |
| Sandstone | good | Effective - pre-wet first |
| Glass Mosaic | good | Works on glass |
| Concrete | good | Effective - pre-wet first |
| Terracotta | good | Pre-wet first |
| Cotto | good | Pre-wet first |
| Marble | caution | Contains acid - short contact time, test first |
| Limestone | caution | Short contact time - test first |
| Bluestone | caution | Calcareous - short contact time |
| Quartz Composite | caution | Test first |
| Terrazzo | caution | Calcareous - short contact time |
Do Not Use On
- Large areas of acid-sensitive stone (spot treatment only)
Safety Precautions
- Contains acid - wear gloves
- Test on calcareous stone first
- Rinse thoroughly
- Short contact time on acid-sensitive stone
Works Well With
- Lithofin MN Stain-Stop
- Lithofin MN Power-Clean
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