Wipe up spills as soon as possible. Some liquids can etch the surface of natural stone if left on the surface for too long. Etching the surface of natural stone does not mean the liquid will eat through the stone. Etching is a process where the end result is the loss of the finish in the area of the contact.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on your natural stone countertops. A mild dish detergent is all that is needed to clean your countertops. On marble, limestone, onyx, or travertine, avoid using cleaners that contain lemon, vinegar, or any other acidic components.
If you happen to get a stain on your countertops, contact your fabrictator, as there are methods that can be used to treat and remove most stains.
Stones used for countertops are usually porous to some degree. This means that your countertops will need to be sealed. Talk with your fabricator about how often your specific countertops should be resealed. A simple test is to place a few drops of water on the surface of your countertops. If the water remains on the surface of the stone, the sealer is intact. If the water absorbs into the stone, the countertops need to be resealed.
Granite countertops are extremely durable. Granite is very difficult to scratch, even with the highest quality knives. However, we recommend the use of a cutting board to protect your knives, not the granite. It is also very resistant to heat.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on your natural stone countertops. A mild dish detergent is all that is needed to clean your countertops. On marble, limestone, onyx, or travertine, avoid using cleaners that contain lemon, vinegar, or any other acidic components.
If you happen to get a stain on your countertops, contact your fabrictator, as there are methods that can be used to treat and remove most stains.
Stones used for countertops are usually porous to some degree. This means that your countertops will need to be sealed. Talk with your fabricator about how often your specific countertops should be resealed. A simple test is to place a few drops of water on the surface of your countertops. If the water remains on the surface of the stone, the sealer is intact. If the water absorbs into the stone, the countertops need to be resealed.
Granite countertops are extremely durable. Granite is very difficult to scratch, even with the highest quality knives. However, we recommend the use of a cutting board to protect your knives, not the granite. It is also very resistant to heat.
