NAN01000 was originally formulated to adhere to a strict set of requirements from the national historical preservation standards in England and to stop chewing gum and graffiti damage. In other words, protect buildings and streets with materials that will not deteriorate, erode, peel, or change the original appearance at all. For example, white spotting is apparent when chewing gum is removed and noticeable color changes in the stone occur when removing graffiti. The old surface has to be resurfaced and cleaned through expensive and time consuming methods. Usually, soda blasting, harsh cleaners, and hot water power washing and sometimes resurfacing are required to remove the stains and the results were very noticeable.

Kinloch chemists were asked to develop a product where a maintenance person could easily remove both substances without leaving a trace and not altering the original appearance of the stone or concrete material. The treatment is permanent so that if the surface is cleaned, the NANO1000 is still effective without having to reapply more of it. Kinloch applied the first application to the train station building, on the granite paved taxi cab staging area, and on a large municipal water feature. It is still performing today over a year and a half later with complete effectiveness against leaking taxi oil, chewing gum, and graffiti. Kinloch's NANO1000 continues to be specified on new construction and restoration products in England.