Natural granite is hard and has natural texture. But granite is afraid of acid and alkali corrosion and scratches.
Daily cleaning: Wipe the countertop with a soft rag and warm water, and use a neutral detergent for stubborn stains. Keep the surface as dry as possible. The water contains a lot of bleach and scale. If it stays for too long, it will make the granite countertop lighter in color and affect the beauty of the countertop.
Prevent scratches: For example, when cutting fruits and vegetables, please use a cutting board to avoid direct contact between hard objects and the granite countertop.
Avoid heat damage: Use an insulation pad to avoid placing hot pots and hot plates directly on the granite countertop. Long-term direct sunlight will also affect the gloss of the countertop.
Deal with spills: Clean up oil stains, coffee, etc. in time. It is recommended to buy a stone-specific cleaner.
Regular sealing: Sealing treatment is performed once a year. Use a stone-specific sealant.
Maintenance of Granite Countertops
Granite is very durable, and daily maintenance does not require much attention. Just don’t chop bones directly on the granite countertop with force, burn it. Just wipe it if there is a stain.
Repair small scratches: You can use a resin diamond polishing pads to polish the scratches. For how to polish a granite countertop, you can check this article.
Stain treatment: If there are sticky substances such as rubber, nail polish, paint, etc. on the countertop that are difficult to remove, you can use a knife to gently scrape them if necessary. When scraping, you need to control the strength to avoid damaging the countertop.
Regular maintenance: You can use a stone care agent to wipe it every other year to extend the service life of the countertop.
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