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EN 16301:2021

Natural stone test methods - Determination of sensitivity to accidental staining EN 16301:2021

Publication date:   Sep 16, 2021

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90.60   Close of review   Sep 2, 2026

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CEN/TC 246 Natural stones

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73.020   Mining and quarrying | 91.100.15   Mineral materials and products

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This document specifies a method to assess the sensitivity of natural stones when exposed to accidental staining. It defines a procedure for the application of the stains as well as the cleaning and the assessment of the surface appearance after cleaning. It also covers the possibility to assess the efficiency of a chemical treatment.
Note that the method does not intend to present any de-staining technique.

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