Which Type of Sealer Applicator
by Gayle DeWitt
QUESTION:I want to seal my granite myself but don't know what kind of applicator to use to get the smoothest application that won't bubble or streak. Sponge? Microfiber cloth? Regular weave fabric? Absorbent cloth or not?ANSWER:The type of applicator you use will not affect nor cause bubbling and streaking, which develop from an improper application.You need to saturate the stone so it's important to get enough sealer on the surface to create a thin continuous liquid film, so you don't want to use something too absorbent like a sponge. A thin cloth can work, a paint brush or paint pad is good too, but you don't want to "paint" on the sealer. The stone won't get enough of the sealer to be effective. You pour the sealer onto the area to be sealed and spread it around to form the film. Once the stone has absorbed as much as possible, you need to completely wipe all residue from the surface or you'll get the streaks. So, you'll want an absorbent cloth for the final wipe, but it can be a regular cotton cloth. Just have enough to do the job. For complete information and instructions about applying marble and granite sealers get All About Sealers Manual. Good Luck, Ryan P.S. Get all the facts, answers, explanations and simple solutions with step-by-step instructions for any issue, problem or question with our Granite & Marble Maintenance Manuals.
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