20 Best Exterior Stone Sealer And Enhancer (2023 Updated)

No where on the bottle does it say clean dry surface. I think that would be important info to have on the container. Like just include the word dry before the word surface. I went to the website to locate that info.

It might be common sense, but when dealing with showers how dry does it need to be? It was the only question I had when reading the directions.

We discovered 511 seal and enhance 2 years back and have used it yearly since. Our backyard has mostly slate surrounding the pool. When properly maintained, the 511 seal and enhance really brings out the beautiful colors of our slate.

We maintain our front walkway with the same sealant. This sealant doesn’t leave a white residue like the wet look sealants sold.

I had a flagstone sidewalk installed and wanted to seal it. I went to Home Depot and Lowes and found different brand sealants. I went home and researched and did not like the reviews of those products.

I did some research on my own and found this product. Ouch, yes it is expensive, but absolutely worth it!! I Love this stuff and the other reviews were the same. I used a cheap paint brush to apply it and that worked the best.

I have bought other sealant for my pavers and other jobs, will only buy this product now!.

I used a less inferior product and 3 Coates ithe stone floor was not sealed. One coat of the miracle sealant and job done – fantastic thanks.

After applying this product on porcelain ceramic tile wood planks I now can’t walk on the tile without shoes sqeeking.. Otherwise good product.

Works great

I have yet to use anything that’s really one step whether it be paint or something like this. It looks great with 2 coats, so make sure and get enough. You can tell that one coat will work but 2 makes it shine, somewhat a semi gloss to gloss look.

I used this on unsealed concrete floors that were polished to 400 grit, really brought the dept out. The back of the bottle should be pictured so when you get it and turn it around to read “clean with Trewax floor cleaner first” you won’t wish to have known to get that also.

I used TSP instead to clean my floors. I had windows open with a fan blowing through one to exhaust the fumes while applying. Fumes fade away completely after 2 or 3 days.

We bought a house that was 22 years old and very poorly cared for. Much of the flooring downstairs was travertine marble, dirty and badly worn. First I cleaned it with the Trewax cleaner. Very simple.

Then I applied thin coats of this sealer, allowing ample drying time between each coat. These floor are GORGEOUS. they look like floors in a magazine shot, and the wax wears extremely well, too. It was actually very easy, to do, too.

I just used a mop with a replaceable microfiber cover. Now the floors are low maintenance and look beautiful, too.

After researching found this was a good brand. I have not used it yet because my bathroom has not been finished yet.

Product has performed exactly as advertised. The 1st application dried so quickly that I was able start the second coat immediately after finishing the 1st. The pavers have a very nice clean semi-gloss appearance.

I used six 1-gal bottles to apply 2 sealant coats to a 600’sq patio. I’d buy this product again, the next time I have to power wash my patio.

Used this epoxy sealant for my driveway. It solidified the polymeric sand and sealed the pavers leaving a satin finish. Hope it lasts…

I applied 2 coat 4″ brush application to 31 year old 16′ x 16′ brick patio paving stones, they have never been sealed before, they now look like new. Great Product. Used a brush instead of a tank sprayer, less waste of product by brushing.

Easy to apply. My concrete driveway was plain, no covering such as paint etc. However, Aqua 11 does not live up to it’s beading claims. I had my driveway professionally power washed and let dry. Shook bottle as directed to assure Aqua was mixed properly.

Applied Aqua X11 as directed. Let it dry. Surface temp was as recommended. No rain for 4 plus days. The end result is my driveway does not bead at all anywhere. I do not think this product sealed the concrete.

I think I wasted $200. 00 for the 5 gallon container.

Easy to apply. I bought 2 gallons because a gallon is supposed to cover 600sqft. I have roughly 460sqft. The first gallon I applied I don’t think it was shaken enough because the Aqua X never appeared milky when I applied it to my colored concrete squares.

My concrete squares dried immediately. My husband didn’t shake the 2nd gallon at all, even though it is clearly marked on the cap. So again it didn’t appear milky. Since the squares are colored I could still tell where I had spared so it wasn’t a problem.

I was able to cover the area complete three times with both gallons. It has been 2 weeks since I applied the Aqua-X 11 to the concrete and the squares look great. I happened to spill a drink and the liquid beaded up and was easily wiped up.

Also because the squares are colored the Aqua-X 11 makes them look wet, but not a shiny wet. Which my husband and I like. We have some older concrete squares and once we clean them we plan on ordering more Aqua-X 11 to use on them just to help them stay clean.

So far we are very happy.

Used on traverintine pavers. Product dries very quick and is easy to apply. Highly recommend spraying then back rolling over just rolling for best coverage. It’s only been a week and so far impressed.

Will be buying another product for my driveway from Black Diamond in near future.

The concrete contractor who built my 2000 sq. ft. basement failed to install proper drainage and lay heavy mil plastic sheeting under the floor. For 20 years I had to run 2 Dehumidifiers to prevent a musty smell in the basement.

I had tried to seal the floor with epoxy paint with poor results. After the original house burned, I had a sand blasting company remove all previous floor coatings when they blasted the basement walls to remove the smoke & soot.

I did extensive online research and read many reviews before calling Ghost Shield. I spoke with Lou who guided me to tape a 3′ X 3′ square of plastic sheet to the floor. After 24-48 hours the area under the sheet showed visibly damp concrete.

This is a test to verify moisture in the concrete. Because of the age of my concrete Lou recommended I use a primer, densifier& hardener the LIthi-Tek 4500 before sealing with Siloxa-Tek 8500. I followed his product advice and application instructions for both products.

I worked the floor in 10′ X 10′ sections. I was careful not to let the surface dry completely before applying the second coat. Lou instructed me to allow 5 days cure time before sealing with the 8500.

I allowed a full 10 days for the primer Densifier Hardener to cure before applying the sealer. The basement floor is carpeted and I no longer need to run a dehumidifier. 3-1/2 years after sealing the floor, I had a freeze proof faucet leak.

It was not discovered for about three days. A corner of the carpeted floor was saturated. We pulled up the carpet and removed the pad. After using a shop vac to remove the standing water the Ghost Shield treated concrete surface was completely dry in less than 10 minutes.

I am very happy with the performance of this product. And recommend Ghost Shield for any masonry sealing.

I recently received and applied Siloxa-Tek 8505 to my driveway, walkway, and front porch. The driveway and walkway consist of one-year old concrete. The porch was redone a few months ago with pavers.

I wanted to protect my investment by giving these new surfaces a good seal. After considering many different products, I chose Ghostshield due to its 40% actives formula and strong reviews. Due to Ghostsheild’s formulation, I anticipate the product will be more effective and last longer than other brands that use different formulations with less active material.

Total coverage for the project was about 1250 square feet. It took a little less than 10 gallons to give the concrete surfaces two coats and the paver surface (about 110 square feet) several coats. The amount of material used was right in line with the guidance from Ghostshield.

The application was straightforward. I used a hand pump sprayer and followed up with a push broom to even out the material as I applied it. Since applying the Siloxa-Tek we have had a couple of rainstorms.

Water beads up nicely. The 8505 product is formulated to resist water, salt, and oil. I have not had it on long enough to assess its effectiveness with salt and oil, but so far I am very pleased with the water resistance.

I sealed my 46’x40′ concrete parking pad/driveway using 2 gallons of the concentrated sealant. My concrete pad is 3 years old and was previously sealed as it was poared to assist with curing but has not been touched since.

I pressure washed the pad, sealed all of the expansion cracks the next day, and applied the sealant two days after washing. I mixed each gallon of the product with 4 gallons of distilled water, as per the instructions, and applied it with a garden sprayer in two different directions, as per the instructions.

The sealant appeared to be obsorbed by the concrete within hours leaving no indication that anything had been applied. After 24 hours, we started using the pad for parking again. We had our first rain 4 days later and all the water beaded up as advertised.

Only time will tell how long it lasts but so far, I am extremely pleased with the results. This is the best sealing product I’ve ever used.

I bought 5 gallons of Foundation Armor SX5000 WB to do my concrete driveway, I ran out, so I ordered 5 gallons more from Walmart. I had some leftover, so I sprayed it on my concrete foundation to seal out moisture.

I also cleaned and then sealed my paver stone patio with it. The prep of power washing is the hard part. Foundation Armor SX5000 WB went on easy with a pump sprayer and the results are fantastic. If you are going to do the job in the first place, buy an ODOT-approved, quality product that works and will outlast all those cheaper brands.

Product arrived FedEx well protected. It is very aqueous and covers a large area. I rolled it onto a well weathered concrete d’way that had been powerwashed and if sealed, it was a long time ago. It went on easy and soaked in.

5 gals covered about 1500 ft2. Dried to walk on in about 4 hours. Did not darken concrete. Rained a few days later, water beaded up in some spots. It was not slippery.

The Granite Gold Sealer works in perfect combination with other Granite Gold products, such as the polish. The sealer is used daily in my household to prevent dirt, build-up and scratches. Seeing scratches your stone is very upsetting.

I have several scratches on my granite countertop. While this product doesn’t remove the scratches (nor does it claim to) it does help to prevent further damage. I let my children color and paint with their supplies on my countertop.

Naturally they tend to pick up anything without a care. After using this sealer, I haven’t noticed anymore visible scratches. The sealer works as a protective barrier against damage. When used in conjunction with the Daily Cleaner and Polish, it works wonders to upkeep my stone.

My countertop is far from new but because I take care of it using these safe products, I often receive compliments. I love that this spray doesn’t contain harsh chemicals. I have sensitive skin and have accidentally touched it while spraying the product and I did not experience any issues.

The formula is mild on skin but tough against dirt, grime, fingerprints and scratches. I highly recommend using this product in conjunction with the cleaner, polish and wipes to keep your stone looking new.

There was no doubt in my mind that my kitchen’s granite countertops needed to be resealed; I didn’t even need to do a water test, as it was obvious. Years ago, I sealed a bathroom vanity top that was never sealed.

The vanity top had years of damage and water was penetrating immediately. I made a huge error in not letting the vanity top dry completely (it would take hours) and unfortunately, I sealed in the water stains.

Determined to not repeat that mistake, I let my countertops dry until there was no doubt in my mind the area around the faucet (with the most damage) was completely dry. We have two smaller sections of granite and one very large island, so I employed my hubby to follow behind after I sprayed Granite Gold Sealer, in an effort to create an even, streak-free protective seal.

We applied three coats, spaced about 30 minutes apart, then followed up two days later with Granite Gold Polish. My countertops finally bead up and shine. I can’t believe the difference and the best part is that it was simple to apply, I believe a novice DIYer can apply with ease.

We use Granite Gold Daily Cleaner for the safe, ongoing care of the countertops and we plan on reapplying once a year for maintenance. If you want a food safe and effective sealer, look no further!.

I use the Granite Gold cleaning and polishing products, and there is a very noticeable difference before and after use. Unfortunately, the sealer doesn’t provide the immediate gratification that you get with the others.

After applying it, you know it is there and working to protect your counter, so it is more about feeling good that you have done everything possible to keep your counters looking good. Applying it is very straightforward.

There is a bit of a chemical smell, whereas the cleaners and polishers smell much better- a light citrus-like scent. The sealer smells something like what you’d expect from a glue. It dissipates quickly and isn’t overwhelming at all.

The directions warn about hazing, so I worked pretty fast- wiping and buffing- and didn’t detect any hazing. After application, there aren’t any visual clues, but you know the sealer is there. It is smooth, but not slippery, like it feels right after a polishing.

The Granite Gold cleaning and polishing products are fantastic, so I am confident the sealer is just as good. I will keep using it.

Very nicely packaged- prevented accidental spills from drops. Thank you for that! As for the product, I’ve used it before and it’s great. Now I have a regular seller I can look for that I know will be reliable! Looking forward to doing business again.

Never dries- stays tacky. I followed the instructions to the letter for this product and it simply never fully cures. Two weeks after application it remains somewhat tacky. I will be using a different product simply to correct the mess this product made.

I would not recommend this for stone tiles- I doubt it works well for any tile but can only speak to using it on stone tiles and I say don’t waste your time or money on it.

Arrived early, applies easily with various size brushes and is just right for sealing the grout and wall tiles. Loads left so moving on to the wet room next.

Good product. Does what it says. Easy instructions. Not yet sure how durable it is. I have applied three coats to our stone steps and it certainly “toned” the steps to a “wet look” look. But they are already showing signs of fading back to original look after just 4 weeks and no foot traffic on them.

I will redcoat them when warmer weather allows and keep them under review.

First coat dried dull and powdery. Second coat also dull and powdery! Stones were dry, clean and oil free. There’s no reason why it should of done this! My friend recommended this product, said it was awesome.

This was not my experience.

Used this on the field stone behind our wood burning stove. This made the stones look very detailed. Went on easy, no real smell. Looks great!!!

Once this applied this works great, it literally seals the countertop from all kinds of stains. I can see the difference within one week of the usage. This spray can be used for granite, marble and other types of natural stone surfaces.

I am hoping that the coating with last long to provide adequate protection. It is safe to use on the food surfaces as these are free from bad chemicals and is safe for the entire family’s health. Before using the sealer you need to ensure that the surface is properly cleaned and if this is not done, then the sealer will not work properly.

After the sealer, the surfaces need to be polished to complete the entire protection process and ensure that surfaces will last longer without any marks or stains. Generally, three coatings are enough to provide adequate protection and need to have a 20 mins gap between each coat application.

These coatings provide shine in addition to the protection. I am pleased with this product. Highly recommend.

I have been very impressed with this product. I have ceramic tile on my porch and when I bought the place it was as slick as ice with skis, when it rained. The first summer I bought and applied this stuff it did a really good job keeping it safe to walk on.

I doubled the application amount this year and now its safe regardless of the weather. Im very happy with this product and would highly recommend it to others!.

Used wet pumice to remove heavy soap buildup dripping down from soap shelf onto natural stone in shower stall. Cleaned it off well and waited 24 hrs before applying this Impregnator 511. It has been 3 days and the area of the natural stone (limestone like?) that I cleaned looks great.

Color has not changed. Looks like it did when initially installed. So far, very pleased with the results.

This is the main product we use for our installations, in addition to the enhancer sealer. Great price on Houzz compared to other sites and extremely quick shipping. Definitely a good buy and will likely purchase again on here.

We haven’t sealed our granite counter top in many years, and it was long overdue (water was soaking into it). I used the Weiman Granite Cleaner first to prep the granite, and then applied two coats of the Weiman Granite Sealer.

It was very easy to apply – just spray generously, let sit for five minutes, then rub off excess with a cloth. Wait 4-6 hours and repeat with a second coat, and allow everything to fully dry for 24 hours.

Water now beads nicely on top of the counter, and I’m happy with the sealant. We did do a test spot first to make sure there was no adverse reaction – we have a lighter colored granite, and didn’t experience any change in color or tone.

Would use again, and would recommend.

My contractor who first installed my slate floor in the kitchen recommended Miracle Sealants 511 Porous Plus Sealer ProfessionalS Choice. -V168* After 16 years the floor looks brand new! It’s not cheap, but the sealer is guaranteed to last 20 years.

And it applies easily with a white washcloth, which I find lets you do it very evenly. Though the instructions say they sell an applicator. If you want to only seal your floor every 20 years, invest extra money for a professional grade sealer.

Thought the sealer would seal the stone not change it surface. To my surprise it transformed the stone from polished to honed… Now it looks more likely to receive a stain than ever. I would like to know how to return the stone (which is brand new) to its original shine.

Miracle 511 Seal & Enhance brought out the colors of our slate steps. We are also pleased it is not slippery when wet.

The product does exactly what it should. Easy to use with quick results. No foul odor which is a plus. A little goes a long way.

It’s easier to do than I thought. Just spray it on and wipe it clean a minute or two later. It is more of a preventative product for small areas

I was very disappointed. I used the product exactly as explained on my bathroom marble counter and it made no difference whatsoever. The circles and spots that lost their shine were still there after 2 applications.

This product comes highly recommended for value and end result. I can’t vouch for longevity, but the end look was fantastic.

Awesome product! Buying more!!! Makes your marble/ granite brand new and clean looking ASAP!!!!

EZ application…did put on 2 coats…didnt change the color of the grout. Not sure how long it will hold up because I never used this brand before. The price was very reasonable compared to others…

Picks up tire marks very bad. Ruined a nice double coated driveway with full dirty tire tracks. I had used this same product several times over the years with no problems and great results, but they must have changed something, even though I waited 3 days to drive on it, it picked up every track.

Terrible. Hate it!.

We bought this product directly from KreteTek/GhostShield. They charged a little bit more but still provided free shipping. On the positive side, we received live technical advice on what product to use.

Initially they recommended a multi-step process for the new basement floor that was poured a couple months ago: acid ectch, solvent based penetrating sealer, solvent-based finishing coat. We got a little intimidated by this.

Our finished basement won’t get heavy foot traffic or automobiles. We called back and switched to this product. We applied two coats, one in the morning and the second one in the afternoon. We covered the baseboard with tape and brushed the outside borders.

We used a roller everywhere else. Easy to use and no mess. We checked on it this morning and found an excellent satin finish. Not too glossy, just a mild reflection of light. GhostShield recommended 4 gallons for about 900 square feet.

We used about 1. 5 gallons total for 2 coats. The concrete floor had been power troweled so perhaps it absorbed less than unpolished concrete? I guess we have plenty left if we need to reapply in the future.

I had sandy concrete slabs on the basement. By just standing on the floor, I can see a layer of sand on my shoes. I have vacuumed it before, but still have sand coming from the concrete. So, I realize I need some type of sealer or coating.

This product is semi glossy. Not slippery. I believe kids can run after the coating. Very easy to apply. Low VOC, the small disappeared overnight. So, it perfectly fits my need! Very happy.

I used the CRYLI-TEK 5500 to seal some concrete statues around my flagpole. The application was easy and remembering the information provided by the representative, the liquid goes on white but turns clear when dry.

The information on the container says it is low sheen, however, it does have a low gloss when dry. It also changed the color slightly. Overall I think this is a good produce for sealing my statues. Time will tell how it holds up to sun and weather.

You can see the difference on the granite tops now this has been applied and it definitely provides a barrier to stop stains on the surface.

Needed to reproof porous kitchen tiles & this is the best product on the market. Delighted with the service & support. Strongly Recommend!!

I have used it before and the product is excellent a little expensive I must say.