Use a granite specific cleaner to thoroughly clean off your countertops.
Cleaning kitchen granite countertops.
You can also use a household cleaner that s free of harsh chemicals vinegar and bleach.
Most of the time stained granite countertops can be cleaned with household items so common that you probably already have them in your pantry.
To periodically disinfect your granite countertops remove soap residue and restore shine spray 70 isopropyl alcohol onto your counters.
After doing our own research we think we ve discovered a consensus among stone experts on how to care for granite.
A few simple steps and you can maintain your granite looking as new as when yo.
No matter the source of the stain start with baking.
No you don t need a special granite only cleaner.
You really don t need any special cleaners to get those countertops shiny and streak free.
Keep stains off your granite countertops with a few simple precautions.
This makes the counter a little bit stain resistant and gives it a glossy shine.
Steve explains how to clean disinfect and maintain your granite countertops.
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 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.
Allow it to sit for three to five minutes then rinse with water and dry with a clean microfiber cloth.
If it s an oil based stain soap and water will typically work.
Even if you know how to.
Wipe the counter down with the cleaner and a clean microfiber cloth dipped in warm water.
Clean up spills as soon as they happen especially acidic liquids like tomato sauce or fruit juice.
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.
Blot up spills rather than wiping to keep them from spreading over the surface.