How to Protect Tiles, Stone & Grout with Aqua Mix Sealers and Cleaners.

Using the right tile and stone sealer can help protect porous natural stone, grout and other suitable surfaces from everyday stains, while the right cleaning products can make ongoing maintenance much easier.

That’s where Aqua Mix comes in.

From sealing a brand-new installation to maintaining your surfaces for years to come, Aqua Mix offers professional sealers and cleaners designed for tile, natural stone and grout.

Do I Actually Need to Seal My Tile?

This is one of the most common questions we hear from customers renovating their homes.

The answer? It depends on the material.

Most glazed ceramic and porcelain tiles generally don’t require sealing. However, many natural stones, terracotta, concrete, brick, cement-based grout and some unglazed tiles are porous and can absorb moisture, oils, food spills and other everyday contaminants if left unprotected.

A penetrating sealer is designed to penetrate the pores of a suitable surface, helping provide stain protection without creating a surface coating.

For example, Aqua Mix Penetrating Sealer is suitable for porous natural stone, terracotta, concrete, brick, cement-based grout and certain unglazed tiles. It provides a natural, no-sheen finish while allowing moisture vapour transmission.

The key is choosing the right sealer for your specific tile or stone and where it’s being used.

Not sure which one you need? We’re happy to help.

Clean. Protect. Maintain.

Caring for tiles and natural stone doesn’t have to be complicated. A good maintenance routine comes down to three key steps.

Clean

Before sealing, make sure the surface is clean and free from dust, grout residue and other contaminants.

For ongoing maintenance, use a suitable pH-neutral tile and stone cleaner to help remove everyday dirt and keep your surfaces looking their best.

Protect

Choose a sealer that’s suitable for your surface, its location and the finish you want to achieve.

Aqua Mix offers sealers for a range of surfaces and requirements, including natural stone, terracotta, cement-based grout, concrete and brick, as well as natural and colour-enhancing finishes.

Aqua Mix Sealer’s Choice Gold Is Now PFAS Free

Aqua Mix has proactively removed PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals,” from its product range.

As part of this change, Aqua Mix Sealer's Choice® Gold - PFAS Free is replacing the previous Sealer’s Choice Gold Rapid Cure formula.

This isn’t simply a packaging change. Aqua Mix has developed a new formula using different chemistry, designed to provide the performance and protection expected from Sealer’s Choice Gold without the use of PFAS.

The new PFAS-free formula is designed for the same types of suitable surfaces as the previous formula and has also been developed to be easier to use.

For homeowners, renovators and professionals, it means the next generation of Sealer’s Choice Gold combines professional surface protection with a PFAS-free formulation designed to meet evolving safety, compliance and environmental requirements.

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Maintain 

Sealing is only one part of protecting your surfaces.

Regular cleaning with products designed for tile and natural stone helps maintain their appearance, reduce everyday build-up and support the performance of the sealer over time.

Avoid assuming that a general household cleaner is suitable for every surface, particularly when caring for natural stone.

Don’t Forget About Your Grout

Even the most beautiful tiles can lose their impact when the grout becomes stained or discoloured.

A suitable grout sealer can help protect porous cement-based grout from water, oils, food spills and everyday dirt, making it easier to clean and maintain.

If your grout already needs some attention, Aqua Mix also offers specialist cleaning products designed to tackle built-up grime and stubborn contaminants

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Which Aqua Mix Product Do I Need?

With different sealers and cleaners available, choosing the right product can sometimes feel confusing.

That’s where we can help.

Simply tell us what tile or stone you’re working with and where it’s being used. Our team can help you determine whether it needs sealing and recommend a suitable Aqua Mix product for your project.

Not sure what material you have? That’s okay too. Send us a photo and we’ll help point you in the right direction.

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Protect Your Tile & Stone Investment

Your tiles and natural stone are an investment, and using the right products can help keep them looking their best for years to come.

Whether you’re sealing a new installation, protecting grout or looking for the right products to maintain an existing surface, the Evo Tile & Stone team is here to help.

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Always read the product label and current technical information before use. Product suitability, preparation, application and maintenance requirements vary depending on the product and surface.