DESCRIPTION
Aqua-Seal STC™ Hone 400™ is a safe, non acidic, easy to use
honing powder designed to be used on calciumbased stone eg:
marble, limestone, travertine and cement based terrazzo. It will
remove etchmarks, light surface scratches, traffic wear patterns
and produce an even flat non reflective honed finish.
USES
For calciumbased stone eg: marble, limestone, travertine, cement
based terrazzo where a smooth unpolished finish is desired.
TESTFIRST
Due to the nature of different surfaces, you should do several test
areas in inconspicuous areas according to the label instructions
to determine surface colour stability and desired results. The
end user must determine the suitability of the product for their
intended use.
PRECAUTIONS
1. Always Test first;
2. Read entire label and product technical bulletin before using;
3. Wear appropriate skin and eye protection;
4. Use when surface temperature is between 4°C and 32°C.
EQUIPMENT
1. Hogs hair or tan pads;
2. Weighted slow speed floor machine (175-300 RPM);
3. Clean water, wet vac, squeegee and broom;
4. Hone 400™.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Surface must be free of all surface sealers and coatings;
2. Sweep, vacuum, or wipe surface;
3. Sprinkle Hone 400™ to the surface in a manageable area;
4. Add clean water to create a firm slurry;
5. Use a weighted slow speed floor machine (175-300 RPM)
with 2 x hogs hair or tan pads double stacked and then
start the honing process;
6. Do not allow product to dry - add water to the slurry as
required;
7. Continue until the desired effect has been achieved;
Note: Use a squeegee to check your progress;
8. Remove the slurry with a wet vac and rinse thoroughly
with clean water;
9. Repeat process as necessary;
10. Seal the surface with the appropriate Aqua-Seal STC™ sealer to
provide stain resistance and ease the ongoingmaintenance.
LIMITATIONS
• Do not mix with other chemicals or allow product to come in
contact with any non-recommended surfaces;
COVERAGE
Approximately 25-40 square meters per 1kg. The coverage will
vary depending on the surface density, hardness, porosity, texture,
absorption, weather, the applicationmethod, severity of the
problem and dilution used.
HANDLINGANDSTORAGE
• Close container tightly after each use.
• Store in original container only.
• Store in temperatures between 4°C and 32°C.
FIRSTAID
For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre (Phone 131 126)
or a doctor. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately
give at least 3-4 glasses of water. If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and
flush the eye continuously with running water. Continue flushing
until advised to stop by the Poisons Information centre or a Doctor,
or for at least 15 minutes. If skin or hair contact occurs, remove
contaminated clothing and flush skin and hair with running water.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention. In case of accident or if
you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately.
SAFETYDIRECTIONS
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WARRANTY
Aqua-Seal STC™ “The Manufacturer” warrants to the original
purchaser of its products that such products are free from
manufacturing defect and does not warrant or guarantee the
workmanship performed by any person or firm installing its
products. The manufacturer’s obligation under this warranty
is limited solely to the original purchaser and solely shall be
limited to the replacement of the product sold. This warranty
will not extend to any product which has beenmodified in any
way or which has not been used in accordance with the printed
instructions. The manufacturer makes no other warranties either
expressed or implied. The end user must determine the suitability
of the product for their intended use.
ALWAYS DO A TEST FIRST.
Hone400
™
Honing Powder
Aqua-Seal STC
Technical Support
Phone
+61 2 9521 4000
technical@aqua-seal.com.au www.aqua-seal.com.auStone
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