Black limestone patio help please - TilersForums.com

[iah1980]

Hi, new to the site and would like to say hello and also ask some advice if possible. The information I have gained from here has been invaluable so hoping you could help. We have recently installed a black limestone patio which needs to be cleaned then sealed. As the weather has turned quite wet in the last few days (with more on the way) Could I clean with Grimex and leave to dry under tarpaulin? then seal with LTP colour intensifier and stainblock and leave to dry under the tarpaulin again? When I get home I can upload a photo, even taking every precaution there are a couple of stains from the screed bed and the cat next door has taken a shine to it and walked some sand/cement mix onto the stones.

 

[DHTiling]

I would ring LTP and ask which method they recommend , as last time i heard they were changing it with this Indian black limestone.

 

[iah1980]

Thanks Dave, sorry been away so had hence the lack of reply. I went ahead and used grimex on the tiles which took them back to a very grey shade. I added the stone oil and this brought them up very well indeed. It would appear though that I over dosed on the stone oil. And every time we walk on the stones we leave behind the grime from our shoe and it is impossible to remove with soapy water. I will add before and after photos as I notice alot of people dont come back with a) thanks and b) finished photos for other people to reference.