How to Seal / Reseal your Stone Tile Backsplash - (Protect from Stains)
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- Опубликовано: 5 авг 2024
- This is a video for sealing / resealing an existing natural stone tile backsplash. You'll want to seal / reseal your kitchen backsplash regularly because this is important step in keeping your tile from staining and protecting your tiles from water damage. We'll go through the steps you need to take to apply the sealer. I include tips on how to seal tile and get the best application possible when sealing stone and grout. This video applies to sealing all stone tiles including marble, stone, granite and slate. By following the steps in this video, you should be able to keep your kitchen backsplash looking as good as the day it was installed.
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00
Why We Seal - 0:32
How Often - 0:47
Cleaning First - 1:08
Protect non-tiled areas - 1:54
Test it First - 2:25
Applying Sealer - 2:42
Extra Attention to Danger Areas - 4:11
If you get Streaking - 4:25
Testing your Seal - 4:40
Tile and Stone Sealers:
Miracle 511 Impregnator
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Another formulation:
Miracle 511 Porous Plus
www.amazon.com/dp/B000VX97SM/...
Other brands that have strong reviews:
StoneTech BulletProof Sealer
www.amazon.com/StoneTech-Bull...
Aqua Mix Sealer's Choice Gold Quart
www.amazon.com/Aqua-Mix-Seale...
Stone Cleaners:
Miracle Sealants Tile & Stone Cleaner
www.amazon.com/Miracle-Sealan...
Aqua Mix Concentrated Stone and Tile Effective Routine Floor Cleaner
www.amazon.com/Aqua-Mix-Conce...
Mapei Ultracare Heavy-Duty Stone, Tile & Grout Cleaner
www.amazon.com/Mapei-Ultracar...
If you really want to use the applicator I recommend against:
www.amazon.com/Miracle-Sealan...
My legal disclaimer.
DIY and Home Improvement involve risk of personal injury and should be done with care. Please adhere to all safety recommendations from material and tool manufacturers and check your local codes. Some work may involve permits and it is your responsibility to comply with your local building officials.
My videos are for entertainment purposes only. Although I hope you learn something, I'm not a professional and you are responsible for making sure you know what you are doing before taking on any home improvement task. If you do something dumb that results in personal injury or property damage, that's on you. I'm in no way responsible for your workmanship and results if they are terrible, or even if they come out great. That said, I wish you much success in your DIY projects. 
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So much more helpful than other videos. Clear, quick and to the point. Thank you
I like your presentation , your introduction wasn’t that long before you start showing the process. You were not long-winded but precise and to the point. Any questions I had before watching your video I don’t have now I can seal my brand new backsplash with confidence, knowing that it’s going to be sealed properly before I start using my kitchen again. Thank you.
This was just what I needed! Perfect and simple video that gets right to the point.
That’s the great products for keeping backsplash clean! Thank you!
Excellent video with good tips. I'll be sealing tomorrow with your guidance.
Thank you very much for such very clear instructions!
Thanks you!! You made it simple to understand this product!
Very clear and helpful!!! Thanks a lot!!
Very helpful and easy to follow thank you!
Finally a video that covers all the important stuff instead of going on and on and on and never getting to the point. Thank you for this amazing video! Liked and Subscribed!
Thanks buddy! I have a large floor to see you tonight! This info came in handy!
Thank you Aaron. This helped.
Very helpful. Thank you.
Great video, bless you!
Thanks,very well done
Great video! Clear instructions and professional presentation. Thank you!
You're very welcome!
Great instructions
Thanks Aaron!
This video helped a lot.
Very clear instructions. Thank you for your help. Very helpful video.
You are welcome!
I was hesitant at first but did the application with the help of your video.
Glad you were able to get it done. Everything go smoothly for you?
Thanks for sharing the information, great professional speaking video- no "umm's", no "so's", no "you guys", nice to view a professional simple video...keep it going
I appreciate that!
Thank you.
Infinity likes! Thank you for your help!
Good to know that it does not change the color of the tile. Very helpful video. Thank you!
Thanks. It shouldn't change the tile's appearance, but always test a small area first as a precaution.
useful vid just had a travertine backsplash installed picked up some granite gold sealer after 48 hour cure it will be applied using cloths im going to use the foam brush you suggested for the area behind the faucet and maybe where the tile/grout line meets the granite countertop
Thank you! Seems like a simple thing but your extra tips are so helpful. I just finished tiling my kitchen backsplash (first time doing this) with a similar stone! Grouting today. Your backsplash job is beautiful!
Thanks Barb. This was meant more for existing installs, but for a new install it's best to seal the surface of the tile before grouting. If you're not already done grouting, then this will make sure that the grout itself doesn't stain the visible surface of the tile. Try not to get much into the joints of ungrouted tile... if a little sealer gets in between the tile joints it's nothing to freak out about though. Then once installed and grouted, come back and seal the grout. Then just seal every few years the way I did in the video. Good luck with your backsplash.
Thank you!
Great video
Thanks for the tips.. also good to see a different pattern of your back splash. I just got my floor done haven't decided on back splash. I really like the accent strip
Thanks. Yes an accent strip gives it a little extra pizzazz. I vote for you to put in the backsplash... they always look good in kitchens to me. Not that I get a vote of course.
Good job. Thanks. Wib
I think you killed it. Your video cant get better than that. I'm I'm contractor and I use the same sealer. I would have done the same technique minus the applicators
Thanks, I really thought the applicator was going to be good before I tried it. Guess they just can't beat a simple cloth rag.
Good job
Thanks
Thanks. They didn't mention the cure time and since I'm using it for the bathroom grout and have to switch bathrooms, it matters. Based on what you said, I'll let it stay 100% dry for 2 days. I want it to cure properly more than I want to do this again or not have it work. Thanks again.
Thanks Steve! Great and simple instructions for someone like me. "Use the applicator package as a tray"....now why didn't I think of that?? I will be getting some little sponge brushes for the grout around the stove for a little extra protection. We built a new house and installed beautiful kitchen tile. I want to keep it looking beautiful. I will, thanks to you.
Glad it was helpful... who's Steve? FYI - I'm Aaron.
@@DIYWithAaron Oops...I thought it was Steve...but anyhow...applied the sealer last night and I sure appreciate your video!
No biggie... Glad it helped.
you rock
Great instructions. Not sure which sealer to use for a first time sealing before and after we grout. I wished you talked a bit more about the different sealers out there. There are many to choose from.
Thanks. I'm sure most sealers are fine. I've been happy with the 511. Just test whatever you use first on some scrap or hidden tile to make sure you're happy with the result first.
Great video, question can this be used on stone tile with brass inlay? Such as a 3" Hex tile with a thin brass inlay on each side of hex?
Probably, just be sure to test it first on an inconspicuous tile area or scrap tile first before you go and do all the tile. I'd love to know the results of a test on brass for future reference.
Thank you, good video. Can the white cloth used to wipe off excess sealer be washed and reused?
Thanks. For what it's worth, I wash and reuse the cloths for general DIY... like painting. For sealing, I typically only use a new cloth just to make sure I don't accidentally seal in any dirt or grime.
This was so so helpful THANK YOU! Question for you: I tested the sealer on some extra tile - all was ok. But when I used the sealant on the marble backsplash, it appeared to turn the grout yellow-ish. Have you experienced this? THANK YOU!
You're welcome. I have not had any experience with grout turning yellow. Was this a white shade of grout?
Loved the video but was wondering what I should use on my travertine kitchen sink. It gets a lot of traffic and I do my best to clean it on a daily basis but that 511 impregnator seems to wear off fairly quickly. I’ve noticed I’ve started getting little holes in the bottom of my sink and it’s not even 6months old. Before I even got it installed I used that impregnator sealer on it twice so I’m thinking I need something more durable. I also need some type of color lacquer or stone safe caulk to put in the little holes that have already started to form in the bottom of the sink. What do you recommend?
Natural stone in a sink is going to be very difficult to maintain. I typically avoid natural stone in fixtures that are heavily used with water like sinks and showers. If you are getting holes and pitting in your then it is in real trouble. Caulking those holes is not going to work as anything more than a really temporary Band-Aid. Simple sealing is probably not going to solve your issues at this point either... what I would suggest is you find a local tile and stone shop (with pictures in hand) and see if they have recommendations as what can be done to save your sink. Sorry, but I don't think this is going to be a easy fix.
Thank you for this video. I have the same tiles and mine look so dirty.. we cleaned it multiple times but still looks the same... can you recommend any cleaner or polish to restore the glow?
I've never really used a tile cleaner, but you there are products on the market to restore and enhance tiles. I'd recommend contacting a local tile shop for a recommendation.
Hi, thank you for explaining good, i have glass tiles in my kitchen, can i use it on glass tiles too? Is it not dull their shine? TIA
Thanks. As for your question, sealer won't do anything to or for glass tiles. You don't need to seal glass at all. If you have a glass and stone mix or you want to seal any grout in between your glass tiles, you can apply the sealer to the whole surface and just wipe it away as normal... as long as you realize the sealer will only seal the permeable surfaces like stone or grout. If your worried that it could cause streaks or smudges on the glass... feel free to test it in a small spot first, but it should just wipe off easily since it can't penetrate the surface of glass at all.
Thanks so much for the tips! Do you think this would work with sealing a thin brick and mortar backsplash? I’m mostly hoping to avoid a glossy sheen over the brick.
There are sealers made specifically for brick and mortar. I would apply with a small paint roller rather than a cloth for your situation. Sealers don't generally make things glossy, but test in a small spot before you do the whole backsplash first if you want to make sure.
@@DIYWithAaron Thank you!
Great video! We will have marble tile installed, should we seal it before or after grouting ? Thank you!
Before grouting for a new install. Grout can potentially stain natural stone. Don't seal inside the grout lines, just the surface of the tile.
@@DIYWithAaron thank you so much!
can I seal outdoor ceramic floor tiles with this product, or do you recommend something else?? thx
Ceramic tiles are typically not really designed to be sealed and generally do not stain like a natural stone tile. Most are do not have a particularly porous surface like natural stone, particularly if they are glazed. There's some debate on weather sealing ceramic times tiles can be helpful... and I recommend you do a web search on that topic so you can see the different view points and nuanced debate on the subject. I personally wouldn't seal ceramic tiles unless the tile manufacturer specifically recommends it. My personal opinion is that sealing the vast majority of ceramic time is a waste of time and money at best.
Good video. Question, Can I seal black polished natural marble with this?
Don't see why not. Just test a bit of sealer in an inconspicuous spot or leftover tile prior to sealing the entire surface to make sure it works as desired.
@@DIYWithAaron thank you for your response. I will try a piece of leftover that I have, just recently got my backsplash done with a black, polished marble stone, but I haven’t sealed it yet.
We bought that same impregnator and put up *Aspect raw stone vaneer stick on backsplash. We haven't put the caulk along the counters yet. Should that be done prior to treating the backsplash?
They make stick on with actual stone now? To be honest, I've never used anything quite like what you describe, but the process for sealing should be similar. I always seal anything stone before grout or caulk for a new install to make sure there is no risk of staining. Only apply to the surface only and not inside the space you intend to caulk or it could hurt the caulks ability to adhere to the stone. Test the sealer on an extra piece just to make sure it plays nice with the stone veneer stuff you got. I'm curious, how did the install go with the stick on stuff and do you think it will perform well over time?
@@DIYWithAaron actually the brand is Aspect. Yes, they do make it. It's pretty cool and it was my first foray into doing a backsplash. Thanks for the information too!
I'm not sure how it will be over time, but we'll find out. It was tricky to cut out all the outlets (8 total, as the previous owner had a real fetish for outlets) and I used Loctite P3 (I believe that was the name) in addition to the already sticky backing. After the cutting, it wasn't too bad.
Question - my parents want to seal their kitchen backsplash that is mosaic with natural stone and metal. I am struggling to find how to deal with the metal portions. Any advice?
Mixed material mosaics are generally sealed across the entire surface. Nonporous materials like glass and most metals will not typically be harmed by the sealer. Sealer will just wipe away from the glass or non-porous metal surfaces and only actually seal the stone tile. Just be sure to test a small area that's not real noticeable or a leftover piece from the install before doing the whole backsplash just to make sure there isn't any unexpected or unforeseen reaction. With the sheer number of possible materials in mosaic tiles, the only way to make sure that the sealer will work well with it is to test it. Chances are it won't be an issue, but better safe than sorry.
Can I use this over a mixed mosaic tile?
Probably will work fine, but always first test the sealer in a inconspicuous area or extra tile just to make certain.
I just installed a marble tile backsplash in my kitchen. Do I seal the tile before or after I grout?
Seal tile before you grout, but only the surface of the tile... not inside the grout lines. The sealer will protect the tile the grout color from potentially staining the surface of the stone tile. You'll want to keep the sealer out of the grout lines so the grout will be able to adhere to the tile itself though. After the grout cures, you can seal that as well assuming it is a cement based grout. Look on the grout packaging for cure times. I would only worry about sealing the grout in danger areas that are likely to get stained like around the sink or stove.
@@DIYWithAaron thanks for the advice
Can that 511 Sealer be applied to a mosaic glass tile backsplash (glass and marble)?
Yes... It should work fine. It will only seal the marble though. The glass doesn't need to be sealed of course. If you apply to the whole surface it should seal the marble and wipe off from the glass.
@@DIYWithAaron thanks for your prompt response- Just wanted to make sure that there would be no issues with glass discoloration when getting the sealer on the glass. Obviously, I would clean the excess off right away.
@@heartgod No problem. Always feel free to test the sealer in a small less noticable area or extra tile. Can't go wrong that way.
Tons of people complain this stuff yellows over time, have you had any problems with that?
Nope... no yellowing as far as I've experienced. It's always worked fine for me.
This looks exactly like my backsplash.
You have good taste.
Need wait time between 1st & 2nd coats of 511 impregnator sealer. Bottle instructions do not state.
From the manufacturer's Web site... For multiple applications allow to dry 1 - 3 hours minimum before applying second application. www.rustoleum.com/pages/homeowner/faqs/miracle-sealants-faqs/
White outlets and ivory plates ???? Really!
Lol... never even really noticed. Once all the stuff is on the counters it all just blends in anyway.
Thank you!