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For its hard & non-porous surface, granite is a popular material to use when it comes to kitchen countertops. It has a comparatively strong ability to resist stains and chemical damages. Even So, it requires proper maintenance to ensure the longevity of granite countertops. Maintenance for your counter tops includes both sealing and cleaning to keep them looking as good as new for many more years. Here are a few tips on how to seal & clean your countertops without causing any improper damage.

Clean Daily

Caring for granite countertops starts with keeping the surface clean from spills. If there's a spill, remove it immediately & then rinse with warm water. If an acidic substance such as lemon, orange, or vinegar has been spilled, this is all the more important.

Every day, you should wipe your granite counter tops with a soft cloth using a mild detergent. This will make sure any surface deposits are removed and keep your countertops looking new for a long while. Strong chemical cleaners should never be used, 'cause they can damage the sealant. Powder detergents should be avoided as well, as surface of countertops can get scratch by these.

A few daily care instructions:

- Routinely dust the counter surface - Wash well using warm water after applying any cleaners or soaps on the granite - Do not use ammonia or bleach on your counter top - Sanitise the surface with some drops of a pH-neutral cleaner - Although granite countertops are often marketed as heat resistant, constantly avoid putting hot pots right on top

Sealing From Time To Time

Another important part of a care routine is sealing granite counter tops, as the seal enables the counter tops to retain the beautiful high gloss finish. Every 6 months, your granite top should be resealed. It is often hard to detect sealant damage, so even if it doesn't seem worn, granite counter tops should still be resealed 2 times each year.

If you want to avoid the hassle typically involved in granite countertop care, there are permanent granite sealers, or you may wish to consider engineered granite which doesn't require regular sealing.

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