Do’s And Don’ts – Granite Countertop Care

Sealing

When it comes to sealing natural stone granite, it should be known that you should always use impregnating sealer, which goes deep into the stone and seals it within.

Granite Care 

The best way for your countertops to beat the test of time is just to avoid obvious habits that can really put wear and tear on your countertops or anything for that matter. Many different counters are made of different materials and should be maintained accordingly. Below are some simple do’s and don’ts for your household granite countertops.

Do’s

Be sure to use coasters under all drinks – It wont ruin the countertops over time if you never use coasters but this is more of a precaution because using coasters is just generally a safe practice when keeping countertops clean and in good shape.

Clean all granite surfaces with sponge or dry cloth – You can buy special surface cleaners designed specifically for granite that work beautifully to clean the tops. It keeps them much cleaner for longer and helps the sealer as well. Also adding with hot water helps the process as well. Using dish soap is something that is not recommended. Doing this will cause build up even if you rinse it off every time and over time you will see discoloration and build up of dish soap.

Don’ts 

Do not use bleach, glass cleaners, or de-greasers – They contain a ton of bad acids and chemicals that will decay the sealer on your countertops over time and your granite will be much more susceptible to stains and other damages. You’ll spend much more money in the long run repair or even replacing your countertops and you try to save in the short-term by purchasing these products.

Do not put toiletry products on counter tops – If you get in the habit of putting toiletries on your granite they usually have the tendency to spill, and most likely will. Even if your products are sealed if you leave bottle and other things of that nature on your countertops for a long period of time they will probably stain regardless and you should always put them in your bathroom, or keep them in a toiletry bag!

In conclusion, with the proper maintenance granite countertops can be easy to take care of and you will be keeping your countertops for many years to come!