Sealing natural stone tiles

Question

If I want to get natural stone tiling, will it need sealing? Might it depend on a few different factors?

Richard · Answer

Hi, yes will need sealing especially before grout and then again after, not difficult to do at all.

Alan · Answer

Yes you will need to seal them, most tile suppliers will have something suitable, you would need to explain the material you are sealing and what kind of finish you want to them as you can have a natural look, gloss etc

Damian · Answer

Remove dirt and dust. To remove the dirt and grime on your natural stones, wash it off with a garden hose and leave it dry for a bit.
Cleaning and pre-treatment. Next, you’ll need to remove the black spots, oil or grease stains, grout, and algae off your natural stone.
Washing and drying. ...
Applying Sealer. ...
After work and maintenance

Tom · Answer

Hi Adam,

All natural stone is considered porous. This means water, other liquids, grout and even bacteria can penetrate the surface, causing staining and other issues.

Speak to your local tile supplier about the stone that you're considering and ask them which sealer they recommend.

Also, remember;

*That the sealer must be applied before grouting to prevent the grout from staining the surface.

*To fully ventilate the room when using the sealer.

*To apply the sealer as per the manufacturers instructions on the product.

*To wear appropriate PPE;  gloves, goggles and respirator with vapour cartridges, as opposed to a respirator with only dust resistant cartridges.

Hope this helps!

Tom

Antonio · Answer

You must use ultimate STONE & TILES, that's it. You can find it at good deposits..

Graham · Answer

Some natural stone tiles are already sealed so it will depend on the tiles you purchase
Most tile suppliers supply seal

Graham · Answer

100% yes definitely seal natural stone tiles. Even if it's just to protect them from staining.

Glenn · Answer

You will need to seal them different finishes available seal before you grout and also after grouting

Nigel · Answer

Yes, all natural tiles need sealing usually 3 or 4 coats.

Marc · Answer

Hi yes I would seal all tiling 
You don’t want weeds growing in between the tiles otherwise if that happens can be a nightmare getting read of them

Sealing natural stone tiles

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