Cleaning granite?
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Comments (67)Thought I'd include some information for those who have quartzite--a natural stone (not to be confused with man-made quartz products such as Caeserstone, etc.), or granite that has etched. Our fabricator tested oil/ketchup/wine prior to installation of our quartzite (which looks like marble but is supposedly more durable) and no etching. Didn't think to test for water etching, which is does :(. But, a poultice of baking soda takes them out if you're looking for a non-acidic way to remove etching!...See MoreCleaning Granite
Comments (23)(*****************This is a recipe that I have been using for five years. I sure hope it's okay: Granite Cleaner 1 pint alcohol 1 tablespoon dish washing soap 1 tablespoon ammonia 1 tablespoon white vinegar I use this to clean then occasionally use a stone polish.)* __________________________________________________ "If a cleaning product was not specifically formulated to clean while NOT interacting with the chemical makeup of the stone, it is not safe to be used, period." (You are killing me!) no no no no and no Please: if anything don't take my advice: read: www.countertopspecialty.com (they have a whole entire "101" on sealing: why we seal: when: how: and "Care "Cleaning" under: "How Granite countertop sealer works": "Granite Counter Top Care: Do's and Dont's" ~you are investing a good amount of money on "natural" countertops from the earth: Take proper care of them! What is the point in spending the money if you are going to use the same cleaner that you used on formic on your new granite or marble or caesar stone or slate or soap stone??? granite is made of 60% feldspar ; 20% quartz ; 10% biotite mica ; 10% hornblend : and epoxy or polyester resin are applied on the surfaces of the stone for polishing process. (chemicals) I will list just a few: Do's and Don't: (avoid bad habits) that MAY damage granite. Use granite care and cleaning procedures and products. You eliminate most potential problems without ever having to think to ohard about it or worry that you may be causing damage to your new countertops! NO acidic subtances: blot fast: wine, coffee, fruit juices, tomato sauce, or sodas, cooking oil, vinegar, citrus juice or products. ~avoid food and/or drinks containing acid. generic cleaning products: bleach, glass cleaner or degreasers: (dawn: cuts grease) OK: granite sealers are petroleum based sealers usually: and Dawn Soap was used to clean up oil spills; so not so good to use Dawn Soap on your granite that has a "petroleum" based sealer! ~~~~~These products that you buy at your local stone contain acids, alkalis and other chemicals that can etch or damage the countertop surface or degrade the granite sealer leaving the stone more VULNERABLE TO STAINING. Trying to save money up front by using cheap cleaners only may ensure that you will spend a lot more time and money on your granite: when you have to call a stone doctor to fix the surface shine of your granite. never: Vinegar, ammonia, lemon or orange cleaners, windex never bathroom, tile, grout cleaners never: leave "soap bar or despencer sitting on your granite" You may not see damage right away: but it will happen eventually. I tried a new product out on Friday: rated high and I like it: Stone Medic RX: heavy Duty Stone & Ceramic Cleaner: ecolabs: good link on tons of great cleaners: http://www.stoneworld.com/CDA/Articles/Feature_Article/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000150271 I have been using on my own granite for 18 months: www.stoneproonline.com can get that at www.hardrocktools.net (all over USA) There are other good granite/natural stone cleaners out there. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*EXCELLENT WEBSITE: THE PRO'S\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* http://www.marblecleaning.org ALSO: MAY I ADD: NOT ALLLLL "GRANITE" MUST BE SEALED: (MEANING IF YOU HAVE (Anorthosite) that can't be sealed and does not need to be sealed: WILL ADD TO PROBLEMS ON YOUR SURFACE!) BLUE PEARL; EMERALD PEARL; VOLGA BLUE: BLUE EYES, LABRADOR ANTIQUE: BLACK PEARL: BLACK GALAXY: BLACK EYES; INARI WHITE & BLUE; (http://www.graniteland.com/stone/type/anorthosite) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anorthosite...See Morecleaning granite
Comments (9)What color granite? I have pearl blue (which is very dark). I use Clorox Cleanup on them all the time. The ammonia, lemon and acid stuff is a no-no for marble for sure. My granite gets wiped down with the dishrag after I do the dishes, and with the clorox cleanup after I separate dog food (my dogs eat raw food), about weekly. They're shiny and gorgeous!...See MoreCleaning granite bathroom floor tile
Comments (5)If anyone had an idea who that was, I would. The bulding is 10 years old, and we bought the apartment 5 years ago, and moved in 16 months ago. When I have needed other info, the building manager just says that the developer left no info, not even drawings of the building. I had to ask the super what the floor material even was....See Moresushipup1
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