Ways to Maintain your Granite Kitchen Countertop

Buying a kitchen countertop is easy if you already have to budget for remodeling your countertop. Maybe you are in the dark on how to clean or maintain it. Sure, there are common ways but is it the proper way to go about maintaining it? Or does it make it dull? We would want to keep it in tip top shape. One we could still be proud of years from now. Let’s read on to see proper ways of maintaining your granite kitchen countertop.

Proper Sealing

It is important that you seal your countertop after purchasing it. This is done to primarily protect and shield it from stains and dirt that will leave a mark on the surface. You ought to call a professional to do this so that it can be done properly.

Proper Cleaning

Cleaning your countertop is very simple and can be done in a minute, tops! Have a neutral ph cleaner to wipe it on a damp cloth. We use this kind of cleaner because chemicals may damage the surface of granite. Do this regularly to dust off dirt and stains. This should remove all of these in a jiffy. In the absence of a neutral ph cleaner, you may use a granite disinfectant that can still do the job. Be sure to buy the cheaper ones with good quality. Remember not to use any kind of chemical other than these for cleaning.

Proper maintenance

Be sure to clean your countertop as prescribed regularly in order to maintain cleanliness and luster. When in doubt with the cleaner, ask your nearest dealer on the best cleaners for granites. This will save you a lot of guesswork and time. Avoid all sharp objects that may crack your granite when hit very hard. Remember that you cannot repair a small part when this happens. Instead, you will need to replace a whole portion, and cost will be pretty high. Frequency of sealing your countertop should be annually.

Follow these simple tips and your granite countertop will go a long way.

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