MB-14 Refine Honing Powder

MB-14 Refine Honing Powder is a premium finishing compound designed to create a uniform honed finish on a wide range of natural stone surfaces.

Engineered for professional stone restoration and refinement, MB-14 is especially effective for removing unwanted factory grinding swirls, surface imperfections, and inconsistencies from honed and filled stone materials.

While diamond pads are commonly recommended for floor restoration, MB-14 excels in specialized honing applications, including honed and filled travertine tiles, Durango travertine, Saturnia stone, limestone, marble, and granite. It is also highly effective for minimizing factory swirls on honed Black Absolute granite slabs before applying MB-21 Enhancing Sealer.

With its ability to refine surfaces and produce a smooth, consistent appearance, MB-14 Refine Honing Powder is an essential solution for professionals seeking superior stone finishing results.

Key Features

• Produces a smooth, consistent, and uniform honed finish.
• Designed for professional stone refinement and restoration.
• Effectively removes factory grinding swirls and surface imperfections.
• Ideal for honed and filled travertine, limestone, marble, and granite.
• Helps refine Black Absolute granite before applying enhancing sealers.
• Provides excellent control for specialized honing applications.
• Suitable for a wide range of natural stone surfaces.
• Delivers professional-quality finishing results.
• Works effectively with hog’s hair pads or 3M® red nylon pads.
• Available in multiple grit options for different finishing requirements.

Available Grits & Sizes

• 80 Grit – Available in 1 lb, 2 lb, 8 lb, and 25 lb sizes.
• 150 Grit – Available in 1 lb, 2 lb, 8 lb, and 25 lb sizes.
• 250 Grit – Available in 1 lb, 2 lb, 8 lb, and 25 lb sizes.
• 400 Grit – Available in 1 lb, 2 lb, 8 lb, and 25 lb sizes.
• 600 Grit – Available in 1 lb, 2 lb, and 8 lb sizes.
• 800 Grit – Available in 1 lb, 2 lb, and 8 lb sizes.

Coverage

• Approximately 300–500 sq. ft. per pound, depending on stone type, surface condition, and application method.

Common Applications

• Removing factory grinding swirls from honed travertine.
• Refining Durango travertine surfaces.
• Restoring Saturnia stone finishes.
• Honing limestone and marble surfaces.
• Refining honed granite slabs.
• Preparing Black Absolute granite before applying MB-21 Enhancing Sealer.
• Correcting minor surface imperfections.
• Creating consistent matte and honed finishes.
• Professional stone restoration projects.
• Natural stone fabrication and finishing applications.

How to Use

Surface Preparation

• Ensure the stone surface is clean and free from dirt, debris, and contaminants.
• Prepare the area before beginning the honing process.

Application Process

• Apply MB-14 Refine Honing Powder wet using either:
  • A hog’s hair pad, or
  • A 3M® red nylon pad
• Use under a floor machine operating at 175–250 RPM.
• Work the product into the stone surface until the desired honed finish is achieved.
• Maintain consistent movement and coverage during application.

Rinsing & Cleaning

• Rinse the surface thoroughly after honing.
• Remove all remaining residue and slurry.
• Inspect the finished surface and repeat if additional refinement is required.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is MB-14 Refine Honing Powder used for?
MB-14 is used to create a uniform honed finish and remove factory grinding swirls and imperfections from natural stone surfaces.

Q2. Which stone types can MB-14 be used on?
It is suitable for travertine, limestone, marble, granite, Durango travertine, Saturnia stone, and other honed-finish natural stones.

Q3. Can MB-14 replace diamond pads for floor restoration?
Diamond pads are generally recommended for floor restoration, while MB-14 is designed for specialized honing and refinement applications.

Q4. What imperfections can MB-14 remove?
It helps remove factory grinding swirls, minor surface inconsistencies, and unwanted marks from honed stone finishes.

Q5. Can MB-14 be used on Black Absolute granite?
Yes. It is ideal for minimizing factory swirls on honed Black Absolute granite slabs before applying MB-21 Enhancing Sealer.

Q6. What pads should be used with MB-14?
MB-14 can be applied using a hog’s hair pad or 3M® red nylon pad under a 175–250 RPM floor machine.

Q7. How much area does MB-14 cover?
Coverage is approximately 300–500 square feet per pound, depending on the stone and application conditions.

Q8. Is MB-14 suitable for DIY use?
No. MB-14 Refine Honing Powder is intended for professional use only. Users should review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before application.

Q9. What product can be used after MB-14 for enhancement and protection?
For optimal results, pair MB-14 with MB-21 Enhancing Sealer to enhance and protect the stone surface.

Q10. Why choose MB-14 Refine Honing Powder?
It provides professionals with a reliable solution for refining stone surfaces, removing factory imperfections, and achieving a consistent honed appearance.