{"product_id":"chemforce-fortifier-plus-5l-impregnating-permanent-consolidator-and-water-repellent","title":"Chemforce Fortifier Plus 5L Impregnating, permanent consolidator and water repellent.","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0e918dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0e918dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eChemforce Fortifier Plus 5L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003ePremium protection from salt spalling \u0026amp; freeze-thaw spalling. Superior protection for very porous building materials, including natural stone, which are exposed to saltwater or freeze-thaw conditions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6455df34 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6455df34\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBenefits of Fortifier Plus™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFortified Plus™ has 2 main uses:\n\u003col class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium protection from salt spalling and freeze-thaw spalling for softer, very porous natural stone, brick and concrete in a salt water or freeze-thaw environment (e.g. around a salt water swimming pool).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium quality, breathable water repellent for terraces, paths, walls, cladding and pool surrounds which Nano consolidation of very porous stones can increase strength by up to 40%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium water-repelling silane provides optimal protection against water ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtects against picture framing and efflorescence, reduces mould growth and water-based staining, makes maintenance easier and keeping surfaces looking good.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery small sealing molecules are up to 500 x smaller than competing technologies and penetrate deeply into pores to create a substantial water repellent and strengthened layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized to form permanent bonds inside the pores of various types of porous stones, concrete, brick, grout and other very porous materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon film-forming and retains natural colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps surfaces looking new for longer, makes cleaning easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully breathable, allowing water vapor to escape freely, avoiding harmful moisture build-up inside the material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for indoor (for e.g. bathrooms, wet rooms and showeres) and for outdoor surfaces on residential and commercial projects which require premium water repellence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNegligible change to slip resistance when applied according to our written instructions and guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh resistance to alkaline (high pH) environments. Concrete is highly alkaline\/base and can severely shorten the life of other technologies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly UV resistant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 Year Performance Warranty when applied according to our guidelines by an Approved Applicator who records the project in our online warranty system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePLEASE NOTE: While Fortifier Plus can substantially increase the life of stone, brick or concrete in a salt water or freeze-thaw environment it cannot turn a pig’s ear into a silk purse – i.e. if a stone or other material is too soft, too porous or too friable, it should not be used in a salt water or freeze-thaw environment and Fortifier Plus may not be enough to stop it from deteriorating quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSuitable Surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt-water or mineral pool surrounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerraces, paths, walls, stone cladding, all pool surrounds – wherever premium water repellence is desirable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorizontal and vertical surfaces, including building envelopes (verticals), saltwater pool surrounds, cladding, pavers, blockwork, brickwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppropriate for new and restored natural stone and other porous building materials, including: Travertine, sandstone, limestone, marble, precast concrete, cast stone, Saltillo, terracotta, grout, concrete pavers, concrete blockwork and very porous bricks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePLEASE NOTE: For indoor and outdoor entertaining areas where oil repellence is needed, seal with Stain Protector™.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppropriate for new and restored materials, including: Travertine, sandstone, limestone, precast concrete, cast stone, Saltillo, terracotta, grout, concrete blockwork and very porous bricks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Grind Shed Tooling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46959541878996,"sku":null,"price":248.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3944\/3924\/files\/0014-157786725456369026214_png.png?v=1760576651","url":"https:\/\/thegrindshed.com.au\/products\/chemforce-fortifier-plus-5l-impregnating-permanent-consolidator-and-water-repellent","provider":"The Grind Shed Tooling","version":"1.0","type":"link"}