511 Impregnator Advanced Penetrating Sealer for Countertops, Stone, Tile & Grout, Quart

Thrilled with this grout sealant. I applied it to shower grout that was taking forever to dry (I allowed it to dry first, of course). The grout is a medium gray, so I tested this first to see if it'd darken the grout permanently - it didn't. I applied 2 coats as directed on the grout, wiping away excess after 3-5 minutes. 72 hours later I used hot water and 7th generation disinfectent with magic erasor pads to remove the film - a trick I learned some time ago in getting rid of grout film as well. It's working well, and the grout dried to it's original color.

We did a lot of research before trying this. To sum it up this will darken the grout. It doesn't change the color much but it does change it a little bit. In our case it made it look nicer. More coats will darken it even more. Although you probably don't need more than about 1-2 coats. Since it doesn't repel water it actually will allow the grout to change color when it is wet but then the water will quickly dry. When without the sealer the grout will change color when wet and stay wet a lot longer. It doesn't change the look of the tile. Use an applicator that is designed for this. A little bottle can do a LOT of flooring. I didn't even wait 12 hours and was walking all over it. It didn't hurt it but I have heard that it can be a problem. For me it wasn't. If you have to walk on it don't use shoes. Just wear socks. It should be fine. It is dry to the touch in less than an hour. The fumes were not really that bad but I had opened all of my windows and had fans running. It is the worst when it is drying. Once it is dry it doesn't smell. Obviously this is not something you want to get in your eyes or mouth. It is very runny like water and does go a long way. All you do is put it down with the applicator and wait about 5 or so minutes. Don't let it dry. Wipe if off with some towels. It doesn't hurt the towel but I washed them by themselves in the laundry just to be sure. Came out clean. Used hot water. Overall it's a pretty simple process once you know what this stuff will do. Do not expect it to repel water. That simply isn't what this does. It hardens the grout so that nothing can be absorbed into the grout but it does not form a coating over the grout. So it does not appear waterproof and is not waterproofing the floor. Only preventing stains from happening.

I’ve been using Miracle Sealants 511 for a while now, and overall it’s a very solid product. It goes on easily, absorbs well into stone and tile, and provides noticeable protection against water and everyday stains. After application, the surface looks natural not overly glossy or darkened which is a big plus. The sealant definitely does what it promises, but the price is a bit on the higher side, and proper ventilation is important because of the strong smell during application. With that in mind, the performance and durability still make it worth it. I’d recommend Miracle 511 to anyone looking for reliable, professional grade protection, just be prepared to follow the instructions carefully for best results.

My project: Clean and seal a basement floor after the cats had decided the didn't want to use their litter pan. How much did I need? Approx two quarts for two coats over approx 700 square feet. In other words, 700 sq. ft. per quart. Does it work? Yes, so far. Water beads up beautifully on both the tile and grout that have been treated. It's only been a month so far. How easy was it? Application was easy, but not the cleaning. This is a penetrating sealer, so any stain you leave on the tile or grout will be permanently sealed in. I cleaned the floor by: 1. Spot-cleaning the worst spots (cat pee, yuck) 2. Scrubbing the entire floor by hand with a stiff brush 3. Used a copper wire brush to scrub off the top layer of the dirtiest grout 4. Wiped off excess soap 5. Mopped twice to ensure no soap residue that might interfere with adherence of the sealant Overkill? Maybe, but I wanted to do this right the first time. For 700 sq. ft., It probably took me 20-ish hours to clean, and only 5-10 to apply two coats. Cleaning was the vast majority of the work. The application process: Easy, but a bit tedious I have 12x12 tiles with approx. 1/4 inch grout. That's about 1,500 linear feet of grout (my best guess). Used a small children's paintbrush and carefully painted over all the grout. After each application, waited 5-8 minutes before wiping off. My tiles are completely matte limestone, and so easily soaked in any excess sealant left on the surface. I just had to buff the excess into the face of the tile, and it would soak in nicely. If I had glass or other glossy tiles, I might have had to wipe off 100% of the excess, which would be much more difficult. The Result: Dry to the touch in hours, started walking on it in a few days. Water beads up fantastically and wiping up is easy. The tiles have a *slightly* but barely noticeable increase in the glossy finish after having dried for a few days. The cats haven't peed on it yet, so I don't know how well it will truly work. Recommendations: 1. Ignore the square footage guidelines. What matters is how much *grout* you have, not how much *floor* you have. 2-inch tiles with 1/4 inch grout will need a massive amount of sealant. I had 12-inch tiles so didn't need as much. Make your best estimate and then test before buying what you think might be the right amount. 2. Test a small section first to see how much you need. My tiles and grout were very "thirsty" and soaked it all up easily. I put two coats everywhere, and a third coat on the most heavily trafficked section. Test your tiles first. 3. Use disposable equipment. Latex exam gloves, a plastic cup, cut-up T-shirts and a child's paintbrush were all the supplies I needed. This stuff needs mineral spirits to clean up, which is a major hassle. Disposable = no cleanup. 4. Knee pads! You will be kneeling on a stone floor for hours. Good luck.

I recently used Miracle Sealants 511 Impregnator on my tile project, and overall, I’m really pleased with the results. The application was straightforward and easy; I just brushed it on, let it sit, and wiped off the excess with no issues. There was hardly any odor, and cleanup was quick. Most importantly, it actually works as described. Water beads right up on the surface, and I’ve noticed that dirt and stains don’t stick to my grout like they used to. It gives me peace of mind knowing my floors are protected. The only thing I noticed was a slight change in the color of my grout. It went from a true tan to more of a yellowish tan after sealing. It’s not dramatic, but if you have lighter grout, it’s something to keep in mind. Still, I’d recommend this product for anyone looking for an effective and easy-to-use sealer.

Good stuff, recommended by my tile guy

My granite kitchen countertops were absorbing liquids and becoming stained sometimes. They have become 100% waterproof after using this product.

A bit slow delivery, priduct arrived well-packed. When applied to seal the grouting, it has no difference than before. It does not meet my expectations for sealing grouting properly, also does not create waterproof film. Probably my expectations were too high, due to the high price of the product.

Works well, create a great grout and tile protector. Smells very strong so a well ventilated room is needed.

A very Good Product. The seller also has given good support. Used in on sand stone tiles in the garden.

Hasta el momento el producto ha funcionado bien. Fácil aplicación, lo absorvió bien el granito y no lo deja manchado, sigue conservando el mismo aspecto que antes de la aplicación.