REMOVING STAINS FROM GRANITE COUNTER TOPS
Removing stains from a granite counter top is not that difficult.
The following is a simple procedure for removing stains;
Any spill should be cleaned up as soon as possible. Blot
spills with a paper towel or clean rag. It is important to
blot only; wiping a spill may spread it over a larger area,
making a larger mess. Use only cold water and a stone soap
or neutral cleaner. Rinse the area several times. If the stain
is still present, a chemical poultice may have to be applied.
The easiest way a stain can be removed is to literally pull
it out of the stone with a chemical and material that will
absorb the stain. This chemical-absorbent material is called
a poultice. Poultices are commonly powder or cloth materials
that can be mixed with a chemical and placed on top of the
stain. Refer to the following pages for some
common poultice* materials.
* Poultice – A mixture of required materials and baking
flour, which is applied to cotton balls, paper towels or gauze
pads.
To apply a poultice take the following steps:
1. Clean the stained area with water and a neutral cleaner.
Remember to blot rather than wipe.
2. Pre-wet the stain area with a little water. Distilled
water is recommended.
3. Refer to the chart on the following page to determine
which chemical to use for the particular stain.
4. Mix the poultice material with the selected chemical.
Mix until a yogurt-like consistency is obtained.
5. Apply the paste to the stain area, overlapping the stain
by at least ¼”. Do not make the application
too thick, or it will take a long time to dry.
6. Cover the paste with plastic food wrap. Tape the plastic
down using low contact tape.
7. Allow the paste to sit for 12 to 24 hours.
8. Remove the plastic cover and check to see if the paste
has dried. If not allow it to sit uncovered until thoroughly
dry.
9. Remove the paste by scraping and rinse the area.
10. Examine the stain. If it still remains, but is lighter,
re-poultice until it is gone.
CLEANING GRANITE COUNTER TOPS
1. Remove any stains as outlined above.
2. Remove any hardened food with a razor blade.
3. Clean the surface thoroughly with a neutral cleaner
(liquid dish detergent) or stone soap.
4. Buff the stone dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
5. Re-seal every 18 to 24 months or as needed
If you have any questions, or wish to purchase sealer or
cleaning products please feel free to contact
us or call at (604) 882-6544.
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