Treating Granite Countertops
Most of the granite restoration calls we receive are for countertops that are 10 to 15 year old when they become dull around sink and work areas.
Treating granite countertops. Granite naturally repels bacteria but if you want to disinfect your countertops more than what soap and water can use water and 91 isopropyl alcohol. Clean your natural stone countertop with a mild kitchen cleaner or a product such as tenax countertop cleaner for stone formulated for granite slate and marble. While you can use mild dish soap and warm water for everyday cleaning purposes there are also cleaners made especially for use on granite countertops. Granite is one of the easiest to care for stones you can use in your home says galen roth owner of roth restoration in charleston sc.
The good news is that you can treat granite countertops and protect them against stains and wear with sealing. Mix the solution up with a 50 50 ratio spray it on the countertops and let it sit for three to five minutes. However hot water will do for quick clean ups. Sealing may conjure up images of sticky wax or heat but it is actually a liquid you can apply with a soft cloth.
In addition to sealing regularly cleaning your granite countertops can help them stay in terrific shape. Treat with acetone if you notice that the granite countertop near your stove or sink has begun to dull it may be grease oil soap scum or other thicker residue that is marring the surface. It dries overnight and many find that two coats are sufficient to protect your granite countertops for up to 2 years. A lint free cloth is preferred.
Allow the counters to dry before proceeding. Let the sealer sit for 15 minutes so it absorbs into the granite. Rinse with water and dry with a soft dishcloth. Once it s dry spray the sealer over the countertop including the edges and backsplashes.
To apply the sealer first clean your granite countertop with water and dish soap.