Steve explains how to clean disinfect and maintain your granite countertops.
Cleaning kitchen granite countertops.
Most of the time stained granite countertops can be cleaned with household items so common that you probably already have them in your pantry.
You can also use a household cleaner that s free of harsh chemicals vinegar and bleach.
You can use a cleaner you buy or one you make yourself such as one with alcohol dish soap and clean water or you can buy one from a specialty store.
If it s an oil based stain soap and water will typically work.
Wipe the counter down with the cleaner and a clean microfiber cloth dipped in warm water.
No matter the source of the stain start with baking.
Use a granite specific cleaner to thoroughly clean off your countertops.
Keep stains off your granite countertops with a few simple precautions.
A few simple steps and you can maintain your granite looking as new as when yo.
To disinfect granite you can spritz the surface with a 1 1 solution of isopropyl alcohol and water then wipe with a damp cloth and dry.
You really don t need any special cleaners to get those countertops shiny and streak free.
To periodically disinfect your granite countertops remove soap residue and restore shine spray 70 isopropyl alcohol onto your counters.
If your countertops are properly sealed you may be able to occasionally use a disinfecting.
Bill norton from cyr kitchen bath and bath has the best advice for cleaning and maintaining the shine of the granite countertop in your kitchen.
Allow it to sit for three to five minutes then rinse with water and dry with a clean microfiber cloth.
This makes the counter a little bit stain resistant and gives it a glossy shine.
Clean up spills as soon as they happen especially acidic liquids like tomato sauce or fruit juice.
No you don t need a special granite only cleaner.
Blot up spills rather than wiping to keep them from spreading over the surface.
If you notice water spots on your granite countertop most of the time you can buff them out with super fine steel wool 0000 grit is best to avoid scratching.