AKEMI TOP SHIELD Black

AKEMI TOP SHIELD Black is a coloured, ready-to-use high-performance impregnation developed for the professional protection and colour enhancement of dark, absorbent surfaces. Its highly concentrated formula penetrates the capillary structure of the material, colours suitable surfaces an intensive black and provides powerful protection against water, oil, grease, dirt and staining.

The product is particularly suitable for dark natural stone, including marble, limestone, granite, gneiss and porphyry, as well as terrazzo, cotto, porcelain stoneware, ceramic and quartz surfaces. It performs especially well on critical rough finishes such as ground, flamed, brushed, blasted and satin surfaces.

TOP SHIELD Black is weather resistant, non-yellowing and suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Its high concentration of active substances provides approximately three to six times greater coverage than conventional impregnations, depending on the surface. The protective effect begins to develop quickly and reaches full performance after approximately 24 hours.

Once fully cured, treated surfaces are safe for contact with food, as certified by an independent German testing institute. The product has also achieved emission class A+. It is suitable for kitchen countertops, bathroom vanity tops, shelves, displays, tables, window sills and other heavily used surfaces requiring strong protection and an intense dark appearance.

AKEMI has specialised in professional stone chemistry since 1933. Its internationally recognised range includes products for cleaning, care, protection, bonding, filling, repairing and sealing natural stone, engineered stone and ceramic surfaces.

Marmi Futerno supplies professional surface-care products and provides complete solutions for the fabrication, installation, maintenance and restoration of stone and ceramic surfaces. Our expertise covers natural stone, quartz, ceramics and other high-quality materials used in residential and commercial projects.

TECHNICAL DATA

Product type:
Coloured high-performance impregnation

Chemical basis:
Solvent-based

Concentration:
Ready to use

Colour:
Black

Density:
Approximately 0.87 g/cm³

Coverage:
Approximately 30–40 m²/l on polished surfaces
Approximately 15–25 m²/l on brushed or satin surfaces
Approximately 5–12 m²/l on rough surfaces

Application methods:
Impregnation pad
Brush
Cloth
Suitable spraying equipment

Recommended application temperature:
15–25 °C

Working time on the surface:
Approximately 20–60 minutes

Beginning of protective effect at 20 °C:
Approximately 2–3 hours

Full protective effect:
Approximately 24 hours

Container size:
250 ml bottle

Application:
Indoor and outdoor use

Users:
Professional use only

Storage:
At least 24 months from production in the closed original container when stored in a dry, cool place at 5–25 °C

SUITABLE MATERIALS

Natural stone
Marble
Limestone
Granite
Gneiss
Porphyry
Quartz
Terrazzo
Cotto
Porcelain stoneware
Ceramic

SUITABLE SURFACES

Dark absorbent surfaces
Fine-ground surfaces
Ground surfaces
Satin surfaces
Antique surfaces
Flamed surfaces
Brushed surfaces
Blasted surfaces
Polished surfaces

APPLICATION AREAS

Kitchen countertops
Bathroom vanity tops
Shelves
Displays
Tables
Window sills
Food preparation areas
Residential interiors
Commercial interiors
Outdoor stone surfaces

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Ensure that the surface is clean, completely dry and free from coatings, dirt and cleaning-product residue.
After wet cleaning, allow the material to dry completely, usually for at least one to two days.
Always prepare a test area to assess colour enhancement, compatibility and product consumption.
Shake the bottle briefly before use.
Apply at a surface and ambient temperature of 15–25 °C.
Apply one or two coats wet-on-wet using an impregnation pad and spread evenly with light pressure.
A brush, cloth or suitable spraying equipment may also be used when appropriate.
Allow the product to penetrate for approximately 20–60 minutes.
Completely remove all unabsorbed product with a suitable cloth before it begins to dry.
Rep polishable surfaces until any haze has been removed.
If necessary, apply an additional treatment after approximately eight hours.
Protect the treated surface from rain and moisture for approximately 12 hours.
Allow approximately 24 hours for the full protective effect to develop.
Provide sufficient ventilation for approximately two to three days when used in food preparation areas.

PROPERTIES AND ADVANTAGES

Colours suitable absorbent surfaces an intensive black
Powerful water-repellent effect
Powerful oil- and grease-repellent effect
Reduces the absorption of water and dirt
Helps prevent staining
Makes subsequent cleaning easier
Suitable for difficult rough surfaces
Weather resistant
Non-yellowing
Fast development of protective performance
Full protective effect after approximately 24 hours
High concentration of active substances
Very high coverage
Tack-free curing
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
Safe for food-contact surfaces after complete curing
Emission class A+
Suitable for professional use

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For professional use only.
Always test the product on a small and inconspicuous area before application.
Not suitable for glazed or non-absorbent surfaces or plaster.
The product may intensify natural structures unevenly on certain stones.
Excess product can cause haze and spotting and must be removed before drying.
Do not apply to surfaces heated by direct sunlight or underfloor heating.
Protect the treated surface from direct sunlight, rain and moisture during application and curing.
Limestone cannot be protected against damage caused by acidic substances.
Aggressive cleaning products and pressure washers may damage the impregnation and the treated material.
Spills of juice, vinegar, alcohol, cosmetics and other aggressive substances should be removed immediately.
Avoid inhaling vapours or spray mist and ensure adequate ventilation.
Keep away from heat, sparks, flames and other ignition sources.
Wear suitable eye or face protection.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not induce vomiting if swallowed; contact a poison centre or doctor immediately.
Read the product label, technical data sheet and safety data sheet before use.