Ivanhoe homes have a quiet confidence about them, and the kitchens inside often pair character architecture with a clean marble or stone benchtop. The trouble is that one acidic spill can etch that surface for good, which is exactly the headache DURAFLEX was built to remove.
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What are we protecting?
Sealing vs protection film: what each one does
A sealer slows how fast liquids absorb into the stone and needs reapplying over time, but it offers no defence against acid etching. DURAFLEX is a physical barrier bonded to the surface: it stops both staining and etching, needs zero maintenance, and is backed by an up-to-10-year warranty. The two work together, the seal prepares the stone and the film protects it.
You can see a recent local job in our Ivanhoe installation, a whole-home marble protection project.
Real DURAFLEX customers
Rated 5.0 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on Google
Outstanding service from start to finish. Making my kitchen so much easier to clean! Highly recommend!
Julie · Google
Chris and team were professional, responsive, and easy to work with. They handled plumber coordination, wrapped up installation in 4, 5 hours, and navigated our mix of stone and marble surfaces without missing a beat. Highly recommend.
D B · Google
Very professional and knowledgeable service. Boris and his team arrived on time, explained the steps of the work. Very happy with the product. Anna Hampton
Anna Sedek · Google
I would highly recommend Duraflex. It's a premium product and worth the investment. Chris and Matt were incredibly helpful with assigning me getting a few stains out of a new marble bench top. Amazing customer service and very happy!
Rachael Drum · Google
Great product and even better service. Nothing was too much trouble and the team went above and beyond. Couldn't recommend highly enough 😊
Penny Georgiou · Google
High quality and very professional – knew exactly what they were doing at did a great job on our marble. Highly recommend.
Michael · Google
Our benches look incredible, was hoping for protection maybe at the expense of aesthetics but it looks and feels supreme. The whole process was smooth and everyone was super professional.
Christopher · Google
The team was very professional and exceptional with their installation of the DuraFlex install throughout our kitchen areas. High recommend the product and the team.
Chris Kakouros · Google
DURAFLEX is an invisible, self-healing polyurethane film applied over marble and natural stone by specialists trained in automotive paint protection technique. It is heat-sealed at every edge, stops both etching and staining, asks for no maintenance afterwards, and is backed by an up-to-10-year warranty.
DURAFLEX in action
Real installation: the DURAFLEX Ivanhoe project.
Why Ivanhoe homeowners protect their stone
Ivanhoe sits among leafy streets and pockets of Art Deco and period housing, where renovations tend to respect the home’s character while adding a calm, modern kitchen. A recent local installation in Ivanhoe is a good example, a benchtop kept flawless under everyday family use while the film stayed completely invisible. That balance of old-home charm and a hard-working surface is very Ivanhoe.
Living near the Yarra parklands means relaxed entertaining, long lunches and benches that cop citrus, cheese boards and red wine, and DURAFLEX simply absorbs all of it instead of the stone. Don’t worry, it’s DURAFLEX, is the whole idea, protection you never have to think about. We also look after nearby Heidelberg, Eaglemont and the wider north-east.
Automotive-trained installers, not stone tradespeople
Film application is a precision job that rewards a steady hand and patience with edges. That background exists in automotive paint protection film installation, not stone restoration. Every DURAFLEX installer comes from the automotive film industry, and the technique transfers directly to stone: tension management, edge trimming and heat sealing.
Heat sealing and the up-to-10-year warranty
After the film is applied it is heat sealed to the surface. This activates the adhesive, closes the edges and removes the micro-lifting points that cause bubbling over time. The up-to-10-year warranty covers bubbling, lifting and yellowing, and every Ivanhoe job is completed to the same standard.
Serving Ivanhoe and surrounding suburbs
DURAFLEX services Ivanhoe and the wider Melbourne area. Installation is completed in a single visit with no curing period and no downtime, so the kitchen is back in normal use the same day, and every Ivanhoe estimate is no-obligation. See a recent local installation in our Ivanhoe project.
Ivanhoe marble protection: common questions
Can I see a local Ivanhoe example?
Yes, we have a recent local installation in Ivanhoe on our projects page that shows the film in a real home. It demonstrates how invisible the protection is once fitted.
Does DURAFLEX suit older Ivanhoe homes with character kitchens?
Absolutely. The film goes onto the benchtop surface regardless of the home’s age or style, so it works just as well in a renovated period home as in a new build. It never alters the look of the stone.
What happens if I scratch the surface?
DURAFLEX is self-healing, so light surface scratches disappear on their own, often with a little warmth. Deeper protection against etching and staining is constant.
Will spills from entertaining damage it?
No. Wine, citrus, vinegar and cheese acids all land on the film rather than the marble, so nothing etches or stains. You can host without watching every glass.
How do I get a price for my Ivanhoe kitchen?
Build your estimate online or call 1300 656 656 for an itemised, no-obligation estimate based on your benchtop.
The pioneers
We didn’t just invent stone protection film,
we pioneered an industry.
Invisibility is our Superpower!
With only 5% absorption, DURAFLEX keeps your stone aesthetically perfect while the physical barrier protects from etching and staining.
How it works
The cure for Marble Anxiety™ in 3 easy steps
Tell us your surface
Take the 20-second quiz and tell us the stone you’ve got.
Get an estimate
We text you back fast, usually same day. Have your measurements and a couple of photos ready.
We fit the film
Our accredited installers apply it on site. Most kitchens are done in a few hours.
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Why protect your stone
Cook without fear – take back your kitchen
Completely transparent.
Wine, coffee and oil wipe straight off.
Don’t worry, it’s DURAFLEX.
Light scratches simply disappear.
FAQ
Questions, answered
Will I be able to see or feel it?
No. It’s optically clear and ultra-thin, so the stone looks exactly the same. Customers love the satin feel of our ULTRA Satin-X film (if that’s what you’re into).
Does it actually stop stains and etching?
DURAFLEX is completely non porous, meaning spills don’t stand a chance. Wine, coffee, oil and citrus wipe away completely, protecting the stone from etching and staining.
How long does installation take?
Most kitchens are completed in a single day, approximately 2 hours per surface.
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