Clean and Seal: Two Easy, Essential Steps to Caring for Your Stone
Step 1:
Clean often. Even if your surface appears clean, the safest bet is to clean it daily and after every meal preparation. The most miniscule particle could have a detrimental effect on your natural stone. Avoid common cleaners and abrasives. They will break down the protective seal, and you could be faced with costly repair or replacement.
Step 2:
Seal frequently using the Natural Stone Seal & Protect. Truth is, you can’t over-seal natural stone surfaces. Frequently sealing granite countertops and all other natural stone surfaces maintains maximum surface protection, penetrating stone surfaces to provide superior, long-lasting resistance to staining, etching and soil build-up. Regularly check the integrity of the seal with an at-home water test. Pour water (about 3 inches in diameter) on the surface in several locations and let it sit for 30 minutes. If you see a dark mark or ring, the water is penetrating the stone and it’s time to reseal.
