To preserve the beauty of your counter-tops, we recommend you clean your natural stone counter-tops with one of the two options below:

 

Option 1:

1/4 cup of rubbing alcohol

3 drops of Dawn original blue dish detergent

(or Dawn blue anti-microbial)

Water

5-10 drops essential oil (optional- to help mask the alcohol smell)

 

Put the alcohol into a 16 oz spray bottle. Add the dish soap and essential oil and fill up the rest of the bottle with water. Now give it a few shakes then give it a try.

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Option 2:

3 drops of Dawn original blue dish soap

(or Dawn blue anti-microbial)

Water, 1 gallon

 

Fill up a gallon bottle with water. Add the dish soap. Give it a shake and use.

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The do's and don'ts of cleaning granite

 

• Do: Although we seal all surfaces before installation, over time your counter-tops may need to be resealed. While granite is a very hard surface and less porous than marble, unsealed or weakly sealed granite will soak up oils, spills, and stains. To check whether your granite is sealed, leave a few drops of water on the surface. If it beads up, you have a secure seal. After a few minutes blot the area if a dark ring is left on the granite, then it's time to reseal the stone.

 

• Do: Wipe up spills as soon as you notice them.

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• Do: Use warm water, a mild or gentle dish soap, and a nubby washcloth or microfiber cloth for daily wipe downs.

 

• Do not: Use any liquids containing bleach or ammonia. 

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• Do not: Use any liquids containing vinegar, lemon juice, or other acids.

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• Do not: Use harsh or abrasive cleaners and sponges.

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What about disinfecting?

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A well-sealed granite counter-top is relatively impervious  to bacteria. Hot water and dish soap should be adequate for daily sanitizing. However, if a stronger disinfectant is desired, mix together a 50:50 solution of water and 91% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol). Spray onto the granite, allow to sit for 3-5 minutes, rinse with water and a clean, dry, microfiber cloth. Avoid bleach or ammonia  as frequent use of these chemicals will dull and weaken the sealant over time. The harsher the cleaner, the quicker it will break down the sealant. Marble and some types of natural stone may require Porous Plus as a sealer. 

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