CARING FOR GRANITE COUNTERTOPS

Always be careful to wipe up spills and stains. As granite is porous in nature, it can absorb spills and stains if left for too long. Clean your countertops on a regular basis use a mild concoction of soap and water. Avoid any regular cleaning chemicals, as they could possibly eat away at the seal and leave your granite exposed to more stains.

Under any circumstance, do not use acidic products for cleaning and always be vigilant about keeping acidic foods off your countertop. acid tends to dull the surfaces.

Another important hygiene rule is to not put meat on the ground countertop. meat juices to  absorb into the countertop and create a fertile home for nasty bacteria. In fact, just use a cutting board when preparing food.

At times, excessive moisture can be a problem too. Olive oil bottles are really hard to keep completely dry. If they’re kept in contact with the countertop for long periods of time, this can cause yellow discoloration on the granite. It’s best to leave these bottles on shelves or any cabinet.

In addition to that, it’s always a good idea to use placemats or  trivets when placing hot pans on granite countertops. Now, you won’t leave any scorch marks as granite does not sustain heat damage.  However, any particles under the pan can cause scratches and pitting.

Lastly,  do remember to remove your diamond rings before cooking. Diamond is harder than granite,  and can leave a chip or two on your countertop.

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