The sealer had to provide excellent stain protection, be long lasting and kept the look of the
granite. It also had to protect against efflorescence and the coastal winds.
To fulfil all the above requirements, Simon
used DRY-TREAT 40SK™ around the saltwater
pool and STAIN-PROOF™ Original for the rest
of the area.

As the residence is located on the bank of
Georges River, it is necessary to have a deep
water repelling barrier to protect the granite
from efflorescence and salt-spalling (salt
attack).
DRY-TREAT 40SK™ is generally used for softer,
more porous materials such as limestone,
sandstone and travertine especially around a
saltwater pool. In this case DRY-TREAT 40SK™ was chosen because oil repellence was not
deemed necessary around the pool. DRY-TREAT 40SK provides a deep permanent waterrepelling
barrier and is more economical to use than STAIN-PROOF™ Original.
We normally do not recommend DRY-TREAT 40SK™ on granite as the consolidator will have
trouble penetrating through denser materials. A test should always be conducted on any
and every sealing job in a small, conspicuous area. In this instance, the test showed that the
material was able to absorb DRY-TREAT 40SK.
STAIN-PROOF™ Original was used for the rest of the backyard and patio. The owners of the
house want premium water and oil-based stain protection as the backyard will be used as
an entertaining area. Also with a child/children in the household, there will be a high chance
of foodstuff being dropped on the surface. STAIN-PROOF™ Original penetrates deep into the
material to provide long lasting protection against efflorescence and salt spalling (salt
attack).
STAIN-PROOF™ Original and DRY-TREAT 40SK™ do not change the look of
the material. For a wet look as well as excellent water and oil-based stain
protection, use Dry-Treat INTENSIFIA™.
Both STAIN-PROOF™ Original and DRY-TREAT 40SK™ come with a15-year
Warranty if the product is applied by a Dry-Treat™ Accredited Applicator.
Surface Type: Honed granite
Products Used: STAIN-PROOF™ Original & 40SK™
Completed: August 2015
Applicator: BTS