Granite
is an investment that will give you many years of beautiful service.
Stone is a natural product and simple care and maintenance will
keep it looking beautiful.
Granite is a relatively hard, natural stone. Because granite is
a porous material, each slab must be sealed to make it moisture
and stain resistant. Once sealed, all that is needed for everyday
care is water, a sponge and a dry cloth.
Routine Care:
- Clean stone surfaces with a few drops of neutral cleaner, stone
soap or a mild liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Use
a clean rag for best results.
- Do not use products that contain lemon, vinegar or other acids
(such as bathroom cleaners, grout cleaners or tub & tile cleaners)
on the granite as the high acid content may etch the surface.
- Abrasive cleaners, scouring pads and scouring powders or creams
(such as dry or soft cleansers) should never be used because they
can damage the protective finish.
- If any question arises what to use, TEST CLEANING PRODUCTS
ON AN INCONSPICUOUS AREA BEFORE CLEANING VISIBLE AREAS!
- Too much cleaner or soap may leave a film and cause streaks.
- Rinse the surface thoroughly after washing with the soap solution
and dry with a soft cloth.
- Change the rinse water frequently.
- If staining occurs, a poultice-based powder mix is required.
A poultice will actually draw out deep seated dirt and stains
from the stone's pores.
- Don't mix bleach and ammonia; this combination creates a toxic
and lethal gas
Heat Damage:
Unlike laminates and solid-surface materials, a hot frying pan
has no effect on granite's mirror like finish. The diamond-like
hardness of granite makes it virtually impervious to abrasions,
stains, and extreme heat.
Prestigious, durable and easy to care for, natural stone is the
best.
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