Granite countertops add a certain depth and character to
an existing kitchen or bathroom. This natural stone is stain
and scratch resistant. In fact, you probably will never
have to worry about scratches with granite countertops.
Stains too are unlikely to be a problem, as granite is
such a hard and dense stone that it is very resistant to
absorbing stains. If you do manage to stain your granite
countertops, simply scrub with one part white vinegar to
two parts warm or hot water.
Though it is unlikely that your granite countertops will
stain, it can happen. For really tough stains, try letting
the affected area soak in straight white vinegar overnight.
This should help leech the stain out of the granite.
Though it is not recommended by most granite countertops
manufacturers, one may carefully apply concentrated bleach
to very difficult stains. You should probably keep an eye
on such a bleach application though, as you can’t be certain
that the bleach will not affect the color of the granite
in some way.
Most granite countertops manufacturers recommend a kind
of silicone sealing treatment to add protection from stains.
This type of protective sealant is usually applied when
the granite countertops are first installed, as well as
once again each year.
There are differing views as to the effectiveness of such
granite sealing treatments. Where some feel it’s worth the
added peace of mind, others feel that sealing granite is
rather unnecessary.
While many proponents of the granite sealing treatments
argue that it helps protect food preparation areas, others
point out that simply washing the surface regularly will
keep it perfectly clean.
For regular cleaning, dish soap and warm water are all
one needs to clean their granite countertops. For extra
disinfecting cleansing, use a vinegar and water solution;
again, the mixture being about one part white vinegar to
two parts warm or hot water.
You can use the vinegar and water cleanser every day to
kill germs, or just every week or so. Vinegar is a powerful
disinfectant and is perfectly capable of keeping food areas
safe and clean.
Though there are several granite countertop cleansers on
the market, it is questionable whether these products are
any more effective. At the same time, the vast majority
of the commercially prepared granite cleaners are not going
to be non-toxic, as are soap, water and vinegar.
If one is really concerned about the sanitary conditions
of the countertop on which food is prepared, it seems to
me that avoidance of harmful chemicals being used on food
preparation areas would be just as important as keeping
the area clean of food residue.
Unless you have a
rare stain or other granite cleaning problem, I see no reason
why sticking to natural cleaners would be a problem. Granite
countertops are wonderful because of the warm, earthy tone
they give a room, but also for their lasting durability.
Regular washing with soapy water and the occaissional vinegar
will keep your granite countertops beautiful for years to
come.
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