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Jun212011

Marble and Granite Care

Granite countertops are simple and easy to take care of. Stone is a natural product and simple care and maintenance will keep it looking beautiful. Here are some comments and recommendations for routine care and cleaning:

Sealer

  • If Alpha Stone Solutions fabricated your granite countertops, then they have been sealed at least once with a penetrating sealer that will last 10 - 15 years.

Dry Areas

  • Clean stone surface with a mild liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. 
  • Use a clean rag 
  • Too much cleaner or soap may leave a film or cause streaks.  
  • Do not use products that contain lemon, vinegar or other acids on the granite. A high acid content may etch some granite surfaces.  
  • Rinse the surface thoroughly after washing with the soap solution and dry with a soft cloth. 
  • Change the rinse water frequently.  
  • Do not use scouring powders or creams; these products contain abrasives that may scratch the surface.

Bath and Other Wet Areas

  • In the bath or other wet areas, soap scum can be minimized by using a squeegee after each use. To remove soap scum, use a non-acidic soap scum remover. Frequent or over-use of an ammonia solution may eventually dull the surface of the stone.

Do's

  • Dust Surface Frequently. 
  • Use a mild detergent. 
  • Thoroughly rinse and dry the surface after washing. 
  • Blot up spills immediately.

Don't

  • Don’t use vinegar, lemon juice or other acidic cleaners.  
  • Don’t use cleaners that contain acid such as bathroom cleaners, grout cleaners or tub & tile cleaners. 
  • Don’t use abrasive cleaners such as dry cleansers or soft cleaners. 
  • Don’t mix bleach and ammonia; this combination creates a toxic and lethal gas.

 

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