Cleaning Granite Countertops - More Tips

Granite is a beautiful hard stone that has many uses, such as stone markers at grave sites, monuments, floor tiles and kitchen countertops in the home, to name a few. Although there are more uses, the list would be far too voluminous to write here. The stone comes in many colors suitable to match an existing color scheme in a kitchen being remodeled, or as the basis for a new color scheme in new construction. Cleaning granite countertops is not rocket science, but it does take patience and some advance knowledge.

Ancient Egyptians recognized the beauty of this stone and used it in their homes as floor tiles and in their pyramids. They used the red granite because it turned pink when paired with another color. It is such a hard stone and so difficult to cut with modern tools that one wonders how the ancient Egyptians cut theirs.

Granite countertops are durable and will resist heat but they will become stained and marked with daily use. The countertop should be dusted daily and the use of a microfiber cloth is recommended. Nothing more than plain water should be used to wash the countertop. Chemicals and abrasives that are used to clean an ordinary non-stone countertop can pit or scratch the granite countertop. If you notice that your countertop may need some maintenance only a stone care professional should be called to do the job.

When cleaning granite countertops remember this is a natural product and can stain. To remove the stains use a natural stone countertop sealer. There are also specific products made for cleaning granite countertops. Treat your countertop well and it will serve you for years to come.