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At a Glance
Why Choose This Product
Significantly accentuates the natural color and structure of stone
Reduces penetration from water, dirt, oil, and grease
Greatly reduces staining and makes dirt easier to remove
Protects absorbent polished, honed, and textured surfaces
Provides protection for suitable indoor and outdoor installations
Only slightly affects the material's water-vapor diffusion
Maintains its appearance and generally protects for several years
Residual material is approved under the German LFGB standard once dry
Product Information
HMK® S748 Stain Protection Premium Color is a ready-to-use, solvent-based oleophobic impregnator that significantly enriches the natural color and structure of absorbent stone. It penetrates below the surface to reduce water, dirt, oil, and grease entry, helping reduce staining and making regular cleaning easier without leaving a topical coating.
The formula works on absorbent polished, honed, and textured natural stone, artificial stone, and terrazzo. It provides interior and exterior protection for materials such as marble, limestone, travertine, granite, gneiss, Solnhofen slabs, and agglomerate marble.
HMK S748 does not yellow with age and only slightly affects the material's natural water-vapor diffusion. The treatment generally lasts several years, can be renewed when necessary, and is approved for use with foodstuffs under the German LFGB standard once dry.
Common Questions
HMK S748 is an oleophobic penetrating sealer that significantly enhances the color and structure of absorbent stone. It reduces the penetration of water, dirt, oil, and grease, which greatly lowers susceptibility to staining and makes regular cleaning and dirt removal easier.
HMK S748 is suitable for absorbent natural and artificial stone and terrazzo with polished, honed, or textured finishes. Examples include marble, limestone, travertine, Solnhofen slabs, granite, gneiss, and agglomerate marble. It can be used indoors or outdoors, but not on glazed tile or other non-absorbing surfaces.
Yes. S748 significantly accentuates the natural color and structure of the treated material. Because it is an impregnator, it penetrates an absorbent surface instead of forming a topical coating. The final enhancement depends on absorption, so test an inconspicuous area before treating the entire installation.
No. HMK S748 is a ready-to-use, solvent-based impregnator containing solvent, silane, and silicone rather than a water-based impregnator. It is formulated to penetrate absorbent mineral surfaces and develop water, dirt, oil, and grease repellency. The surface should always be tested before full treatment.
No. S748 can considerably reduce the dulling effect of wine, orange juice, cola, and similar acidic substances on polished marble, limestone, and other acid-sensitive stone. It does not eliminate chemical etching, so treated surfaces may still be affected by acidic contact.
HMK states that S748 generally lasts several years, although service life depends on absorption, saturation, use, traffic, and the maintenance program. It does not yellow with age and only slightly affects water-vapor diffusion. The treatment can be renewed when protection begins to decline.
Yes, after it has fully dried. HMK states that the residual material is not hazardous to health and is approved for use with foodstuffs under the German LFGB standard. Oil and water resistance develops within 72 hours, so the required curing period should be observed.
The manufacturer lists approximate coverage of 50 to 200 square feet per 1-liter container and 250 to 1,000 square feet per 5-liter container. Actual coverage depends on surface absorbency and saturation because greater absorption increases both the repelling and color-enhancing effects.