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Your FHG Granite Countertops:
Care and Maintenance
Granite countertops require special care so that they continue looking beautiful for
many years. Although granite is quite resistant to scratches, to properly maintain
this type of countertop material, it's advisable to follow a few simple procedures.
1. Spills have a tendency to soak into the surface - to avoid deep staining, wipe
spills immediately.
2. For stone surfaces, use a neutral cleaner such as stone soap or mild dish liquid
and warm water.
3. When cleaning with a soap solution, use a soft, clean cloth and then rinse the
surface thoroughly. Finish off by drying with a soft, clean cloth.
*Ink, marker and wine stains on darker stone require a lacquer thinner or acetone
for removal. Hydrogen peroxide works well on light-colored granite.
*Another method to remove wine, ink, or any other non-oil stain is to mix molding
plaster and pure bleach into a paste. Apply for 30 minutes, remove and rinse.
* For oil-based or fat-based stains, create a paste of molding plaster and water.
Keep it on the stain for 3 hours and then remove and rinse.
* Granite countertops require resealing every two to three years, but ask your
installer for suggestions as to when this needs to be done. Of course, on surfaces
that will be used for food preparation, use a non-toxic sealer.
* New disinfectant cleaners on the market now come in formulas designed for
granite countertops - purchase this type of product if you prefer disinfectant
cleaners to other cleaning options.
* For any problem that you can't handle on your own or are not familiar with, call a
professional to handle the cleaning job.
* Use coasters, especially for alcoholic and citrus beverages, as the acid in these
drinks can dull the stone's surface. Keep hot items off the surface.
* Always test these cleaning methods on small discreet area for color fastness or
granite damage
DO use StoneTech™ Professional BulletProof™ Sealer to protect your stone.
DO clean up spills immediately to minimize damage to your stone.
DO use trivets or mats under hot dishes and cookware.
DO use place mats under china, ceramics, silver and other objects that can
scratch your stone's surface.
DO use coasters under glasses, especially if they contain alcohol or citrus juices.
DO clean surfaces regularly with StoneTech™ Professional Revitalizer™ Cleaner
& Protector .
DON'T wait to clean up spills on stone.
DON'T use cleaners that contain acid such as bathroom cleaners, grout cleaners
or tub cleaners.
DON'T use vinegar, bleach, ammonia or other general-purpose cleaners.
DON'T use abrasive cleaners such as dry cleansers or soft cleansers.
DON'T use alkaline cleaners not specifically formulated for stone
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