{"product_id":"mb-stone-care-mb-18-ultra-5-polishing-powder","title":"MB Stone Care MB-18 Ultra 5 Polishing Powder","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMB Stone Care MB-18 Ultra 5 Polishing Powder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5X Concentrated Formula:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis advanced polishing powder offers superior efficiency, reducing the time and effort required to achieve a brilliant finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile Application:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for both professional use and DIY projects, MB-18 5X Polishing Powder is ideal for polishing and restoring marble and other natural stone surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Performance:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to effectively remove etch marks, light scratches, and wear patterns, leaving behind a mirror-like shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to Use:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply mix with water to create a slurry and apply with a polishing pad or brush. Follow with buffing to reveal a glossy finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNote\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll powders are packed by weight and not by volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways conduct a small-scale test in an inconspicuous area before full-scale application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid contact with non-recommended surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor Professional Use Only. Results and effectiveness will vary based on stone condition and type. This product is designed to restore shine to stone surfaces. The stone must be in a “Ready-To-Polish” state before using MB-18. In some cases, abrasives and\/or diamond refinishing may be necessary to achieve desired results. Please send photos before purchasing to determine suitability for your project. MB Stone Care \u0026amp; Supply, LLC will not be held liable for misuse of this product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe following guidelines are average. Different stones may require different techniques, powder, water, or pace depending on the inner physical \u0026amp; chemical characteristics. This product is no substitute for professionalism. If in doubt, don’t hesitate to contact us at (888) 509-5831.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis compound is used wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the surface, to be polished, from any debris, sand, and dirt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect surfaces that could be damaged by splatters with proper masking material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare your surface for polishing by completing the honing process, to the highest clarity possible for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for Countertops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget an area approximately 3 – 4 sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle 1\/2 teaspoon of the MB-18 powder on the surface to be polished in a circular pattern, slightly smaller than the polishing pad to be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a spray bottle, add enough water to the powder to soak the powder and the surrounding stone area you’re working on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the speed of the right-angle grinder\/polisher (variable speed is a MUST) to the slowest speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a hog’s hair pad, move the machine over the targeted area slowly, applying steady pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the surface for results after approximately 2 – 3 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have a high polish, semi-flush the section and pull the slurry down to next section and repeat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for Floors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget an area of approximately 10 – 15 sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle approximately 1 ½ – 2 oz. (3 – 4 tablespoons) of MB-18 powder in a circular pattern slightly smaller than the diameter of the floor machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a hog’s hair pad (highly recommended), position the floor machine with a full tank of water on top of the powder. (For best results, use 1.5 HP minimum and do not exceed 175 RPM.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease some water and swiftly swing the machine back and forth over the targeted area to evenly spread the slurry. (Note: keep the slurry thick; not too wet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolish slowly with a spiral motion moving from one end of the targeted area to the other and back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue polishing for 2.5 – 4 minutes. Then check the surface with a squeegee. You should have a high polish at this point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext release just enough fresh water onto your target area to make vacuuming the used slurry easy and vacuum to remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen clean with a neutral cleaner such as\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMB-1 Floor Amore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMB-15 StoneGlow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow repeat this process on next section.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mbstonepro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/MB-18-Spec.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eSpec (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mbstonepro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/MB-18-SDS.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eSDS (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mbstonepro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/MB-18-Flyer.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eFlyer (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MB Stone Care","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":46110761320518,"sku":"MB-18(5X)-1","price":19.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 lb","offer_id":46110761353286,"sku":"MB-18(5X)-2","price":38.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 lb","offer_id":46110761386054,"sku":"MB-18(5X)-8","price":135.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 lb","offer_id":46110761418822,"sku":"MB-18(5X)-25","price":348.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/0800\/8518\/files\/MB-18_Group_Large__11698.1715888358.500.750__51131.1717187943.1280.1280.png?v=1786067597","url":"https:\/\/dynamicstonetools.com\/it\/products\/mb-stone-care-mb-18-ultra-5-polishing-powder","provider":"Dynamic Stone Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}