Cleaning Tips for Granite Countertops

Granite countertops are great, attractive additions in any kitchen and they are also comfortable to use and easy to clean – here are a few cleaning tips for Denver countertops:

  • Seal the granite surface – the surface of granite is not very porous, but even so, it needs to be properly sealed. If you are not sure whether your countertop is sealed, run a few drops of water on the surface – if the drops run, your countertop is sealed, if they spread, you need to apply some good-quality stone sealant to prevent the stone from absorbing the liquids that result from food preparation processes;
  • Be gentle to your granite countertop – granite is hard, but it can be easily damaged by chemicals that contain ammonia, bleach, lime, lemon or vinegar. Use some mild soap and warm water to clean your granite countertop and wipe it with a piece of microfiber cloth or soft washcloth to remove any residues of the cleaning liquid;
  • Disinfecting – properly sealed granite does not absorb any bacteria, but if you want to disinfect the surface, use a mix that consists of one part water and one part isopropyl alcohol. Spray the surface with the mix, leave it on for about three minutes, then wipe it off with a soft cloth.

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