SIOX-5 RE16C
Protective sealant for ceramic glazes
DESCRIPTION
SIOX-5 RE16C is a water-repellent protective sealant for ceramic glazes based on sol-gel technology developed by the Group of Chemistry for Cultural Heritage of the Department of Chemical Sciences of the University of Padua (Patent No. 0001370467 of the University of Padua).
HOW IT WORKS
The product contains a highly concentrated nanostructured and functionalised silica gel. Once applied to the surface, the liquid forms a thin, colourless, transparent, substrate-compatible layer of amorphous silica that binds to glass and seals micro-cracks (craquelure) the ceramic mixture becomes water repellent preventing the penetration of dirt, impurities, salts and biodeteriogens. Particularly suitable for restoring opaque glazes
WHERE
Glazed ceramics
Degraded and opaque glazes
Majolica
Glazes affected by micro cracking
Porcelain stoneware
ADVANTAGES
Neutral appearance
High degree of water repellency
Compatibility with glassy materials
UV resistance
Resistance to urban acid pollutants
Reversibility / Possibility of re-applying
Non-toxic