LIFE‘s antimicrobial additives can be incorporated into ceramic glazing, cement-based products such as tile grout and paving tiles, and engineered stone. LIFE‘s durable technology additives can protect treated products from product degradation, staining, discoloration and mold growth keeping products cleaner between cleanings. 

The most commonly used test protocols for antibacterial activity of hard surfaces are JIS Z 2801 and ISO 22196. For testing of antifungal activity, ASTM G21 and ISO 846 are widely used.