Description
Description
Akemi Transformer Stone Color Enhancer & Impregnator
AKEMI® Transformer is a ready-to-use, solvent-based impregnation built on reactive modified siloxanes. Drawn into the stone by capillary action, it reacts to form a polysiloxane that both intensifies the natural colour and structure of the stone and leaves a water- and dirt-resistant impregnation behind. It deepens and enriches flamed, brushed, satin, fine-ground, and polished surfaces — and is especially effective on dark and black stones such as Nero Assoluto, Impala Black, Galaxy, and Zimbabwe Black. Because it does not form a film on the surface, the stone keeps its polish and stays breathable.
- Deep colour enhancement — intensifies natural colour and structure, ideal for dark/black stone
- Impregnating protection — water- and dirt-resistant effect
- No surface film — keeps the lustre of the polish and lets the stone breathe
- Very high spreading rate with fast solvent evaporation and fast colour take-up
- Weather-resistant, non-yellowing — for indoor and outdoor use
This product is offered in the following options — select your choice above:
| Size | Item Reference |
|---|---|
| 250 mL | CARE.12049 |
| 1 L | CARE.12050 |
| 5 L | CARE.12051 |
| 30 L | CARE.12052 |
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Akemi |
| Manufacturer | AKEMI GmbH, Nuremberg, Germany |
| Product Type | Solvent-based colour-enhancing impregnation |
| Chemical Basis | Reactive modified siloxanes (forms a polysiloxane on curing) |
| Color | Slightly turbid liquid |
| Density | Approx. 0.96 g/cm³ (8.0 lb/gal) |
| Coverage | Approx. 1,220–2,030 ft²/gal (30–50 m²/liter) on polished surfaces |
| Optimal Object Temp. | 59–77°F (15–25°C) |
| Wipe-Off Time | Remove excess approx. 5–10 min after application (up to 60 min on low-absorbent stone for more depth) |
| Use Location | Indoor and outdoor |
| Tool Cleaner | AKEMI® Nitro-Dilution |
| Shelf Life | 2 years, sealed, stored cool and frost-free |
| Interior/Exterior | Interior, Exterior |
| Application | Color Enhancing Sealer |
| Surfaces | Natural Stone |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CARE.12054 |
- Intensifies the natural colour and structure of flamed, brushed, satin, fine-ground, and polished stone
- Very fast evaporation of solvents and very fast entry of colour intensification
- Very high spreading rate
- Maintains the lustre of the polish and does not form a layer on the surface
- Allows the stone to breathe
- Excellent weather resistance and durability; non-yellowing
- Water- and dirt-resistant effect
- Low odour; for indoor and outdoor use
For flamed, brushed, satin, fine-ground, and polished natural and artificial stone, including:
- Marble, slate, Solnhofen limestone, sandstone
- Granite, gneiss, quartz-based and composite stone
- Concrete ashlar
- Especially suited to dark and black stones (Nero Assoluto, Impala Black, Galaxy, Zimbabwe Black)
- Blends in damaged areas such as hairline cracks for a homogeneous appearance
Colour enhancement is very durable on silicate-based stone and durable on lime-based stone. Not suitable for glazed or non-absorbent surfaces.
Disregarding the processing guidelines can lead to irreparable damage — always test on a sample area first.
- Clean the surface — it must be clean, completely dry, and free from all layers. Use the appropriate AKEMI® cleaner, rinse with water, and let the stone dry completely (1–2 days). Optimal object temperature is 59–77°F (15–25°C); protect from rain for approx. 24 hours and keep the surface out of direct sun and underfloor heat.
- Apply undiluted with a brush, mop, or spraying device in a thin, smooth layer, giving the product time to absorb into the stone.
- Approx. 5–10 minutes after application, remove all excess with a soft, absorbent cloth. On low-absorbent stone the product may be left to react up to 60 minutes for deeper enhancement.
- On very absorbent surfaces, several applications at 1–2 hour intervals may be needed.
- Re-polish polished surfaces until any haze is completely removed. Clean tools with AKEMI® Nitro-Dilution.
- Seal the reverse and lateral faces of the stone (e.g. with AKEMI® Anti-Stain Coating 2015) so that rising moisture cannot penetrate.
- Treat smaller areas (under about 5 ft² / 0.5 m²) at a time because the solvent evaporates quickly.
- On some stones (e.g. Nero Assoluto, Nero Impala) natural structures may be enhanced more strongly than the surrounding surface — this is a stone characteristic, not a product defect.
- When spraying, avoid aerosol formation, do not breathe vapours, and wear a protective mask. Protect nearby solvent-sensitive materials (synthetics, rubber, lacquered parts).
- Inaccurately applied product can often be removed with AKEMI® Impregnation Remover; empty the container completely for disposal.
- Industrial chemical product — use only in well-ventilated areas and wear chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection. Always consult the AKEMI Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use.
Industrial chemical product. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Wear chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection. Consult the AKEMI Safety Data Sheet (available from the manufacturer or stein.akemi.de) before use. Technical values are manufacturer figures at 68°F (20°C) and may vary with jobsite conditions.
