This causes a residue between the stone and sealant which reduces the aesthetic appeal of your siding.
How to seal rock siding.
Fill a bucket with warm water and add a little vinegar or dish soap to create a mild detergent solution.
Instead rub gently to coat the stone with the mixture.
Rinse the stone with clean.
Apply a moisture vapor barrier if you re doing an exterior application.
Be careful about only applying the membrane where you want it.
Moisture vapor barriers usually come with a self sealing membrane.
Mix some warm water and natural stone cleanser in a bucket.
Mix 1 2 pound of baking soda in 5 gallons of water then wash the stone with a soft brush.
Dip your brush into the water and give the siding a good scrub.
Peel back the outer layer to expose the sticky backside of the membrane and simply stick it onto your surface.
If you apply the sealant onto a dirty surface it traps the dirt underneath.
Scrub the stones with a sponge wet with the solution squeezing it out frequently to keep.
Don t scrub the area.
The importance of sealing natural stone veneer.