Is granite sensitive to acids?
Unlike marble, granite is not a calcite based stone and is not generally vulnerable to acids. However, some stones, even though they are marketed as granite, may in fact have calcium in their make ...
- Is it safe to use acetone to clean haze on my granite?
I recently had ghibli granite countertops/backsplash installed and noticed a smearing/haze that looks like the granite was not thoroughly cleaned prior to being sealed. I took a rag and ...
- I am building a new house and would like to use some type of stone for my kitchen countertops. Is marble or granite best?
Both marble and granite can be used for a kitchen countertops but each has its advantages and disadvantages. On the plus side, marble is available in an unlimited number of colors. The down side i ...
- Why does black granite fade?
Q. Why does black granite fade?A. The answer is, black granite should not fade. Black granite imported from Asia is sometimes doctored with dyes and oils to darken the surface. The fading is nothi ...
- Black Granite Fading - Doctored Stone
Black Granite Fading
By Frederick M. Hueston
I have received numerous calls lately concerning the fading of black granite countertops.
The most common complaints seem to be on Absolute ...
- Polishing Unpolished Granite Edges
Q. I have already installed and grouted 12x12 granite for my kitchen counter top, BUT how do I polish the edge like the top (or at least close to). It seems to be a secret, I cannot find how to fr ...
- Dark stain on granite shower seat
Q: There are dark areas on my new granite seat in the travertine shower stall. I've been trying to dry out the areas with a fan and a hair dryer over a week, but they haven't returned to the norma ...
- I am confused about if and when to seal / reseal my granite countertop. Do I need to have an expert do the sealing and if not what product should I use? How often should granite be resealed?
Q. I am confused about if and when to seal / reseal my granite countertop. Do I need to have an expert do the sealing and if not what product should I use? How often should granite be reseale ...
- I would like to know if granite is a delicate stone that can be chipped easily?
Q. I would like to know if granite is a delicate stone that can be chipped easily?A. Granite is not delicate. In fact it is one of the hardest minerals. However, it is hard and made up of several ...
- How can I find out if I need to seal my stone?
Q. How can I find out if I need to seal my stone?A. To find out if your stone should be sealed, spill some water on it and wait for approximately half an hour, then wipe it dry. If the surface of ...
- Stain in granite
Q. I have a stain around a hand soap dispenser on my granite countertop. It is a dark grey in color. Approximately 1" wide. It appears when hole was cut in granite to make room for a hand soap dis ...
- I think the cleaning company spilled toilet bowl cleaner on my black granite floor and it left a stain. What do I do?
Q. I think the cleaning company spilled toilet bowl cleaner on my black granite floor and it left a stain. What do I do?A. There are several possibilities. One, it is possible that you hav ...
- Emerald Pearl and Black Galazy
Q. I have Emerald Pearl in my kitchen and Black galaxy in my bathroom. Both are dull not shiny. When you wipe them with a wet cloth they look GREAT as soon as they dry dull. I want them to look sh ...
- I have a granite top on our bar with several "ring stains." Can I use a marble polishing compound for polishing them out?
Q. I have a granite top on our bar with several "ring stains." Can I use a marble polishing compound for polishing them out?A. A marble polishing compound can sometimes be used and shouldn't do an ...
- When will I know if it is time to re-seal my granite?
Q. When will I know if it is time to re-seal my granite?A. To find out if your stone is still adequately sealed, spill some water on it and wait for approximately half an hour, then wipe it dry. ...
- I have Ubatuba granite & it is filmy, looks dull & leaves water spots on it when I wipe it. How can I fix this?
Q. I have Ubatuba granite & it is filmy, looks dull & leaves water spots on it when I wipe it. How can I fix this?A. It is not the stone itself that is the problem but something on the ...
- Can you recommend a good sealer for my granite?
Q. Can you recommend a good sealer for my granite?A. Stonecarecentral.com has excellent high quality sealers that are effective and easy to use in their Stonecare PRO Signature line.&n ...
- How can one remove hard water deposits (probably from calcium) from granite?
How can one remove hard water deposits (probably from calcium) from granite (specifically Emerald Pearl)?We suggest that you first try Stonecare PRO Signature Soap Film Remover which you ca ...
- How do I treat an oily stain on my granite or marble?
Q. How do I treat an oily stain on my granite or marble?A. For oily stains our favorite is acetone, which is available at any hardware or paint store. (Forget your nail polish remover. Some of the ...
- Where can I find information about caring for my stone?
Q. Where can I find information about caring for my stone?A. You can always count on www.stoneandtilepros.com to be a source for information on caring for your marble, travertine, granite, onyx, l ...
