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Granite : Can Granite be sealed against acidic liquids?
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Author: cezzzSubject: Can Granite be sealed against acidic liquids?Posted: 08 Dec 2009 at 4:10pmGranite is a solid natural element that normally does not stain easily.However, with extensive and long-term use, the granite used incountertops can eventually succumb to surface staining caused by freshmeat blood or artificial food coloring.To avoid granite countertop stains, follow these simple tips.Seal your granite countertop. Make sure you have yourgranite countertop sealed in very well at least twice a year. Mostgranite countertop manufacturers include sealing in their services, andthey usually sell granite countertops that have already been presealed.It is important to seal granite because if not, its pores can open andabsorb stains faster even if it has been used for a short time only.Ask your granite countertop manufacturer about the granite sealingproducts for home and maintenance use that they sell.Cleanyour granite countertop well. Always clean your granite countertopafter each use especially if you place or cut food like fresh meat andfish on it. The easiest way to clean your granite countertop is to usea neutral cleaner or wipe it down with a mild soap and water solution.Never use a strong detergent or cleanser, or an abrasive sponge orscrub because it can scratch it. You can use a soft cleaning spongedipped in the mild soap and water solution to gently scrub your granitecountertop. Rinse it with water, and dry well using a clean, soft cloth.-
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Water Stains : Water Stains - Granite Countertops
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Author: cezzzSubject: Water Stains - Granite CountertopsPosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 4:03pmI've tried these steps many times and they worked.. 1 Createa natural cleaner. Use a mixture of half white vinegar and half waterto create an environmentally friendly hard water stain remover. Makeonly as much as you will need, because it will be strong-smelling. Step 2 Soaka rag in the mixture, and then place it on the stain. Let the mixturesoak into the stain for a few minutes, then rinse clean. Repeat ifnecessary. Step 3 Soaksmall strips of fabric or cotton balls to place on hard-to-reach areassuch as behind a faucet. Use a spray bottle filled with the mixture toclean hard water stains off a glass shower door. Use a brush to helpscrub the stains off the glass. Step 4 Fortough stains on shower heads, remove the shower head entirely and letit soak in straight vinegar for a day. Rinse thoroughly when you aredone and buff to a shine
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Granite : Mixing old with new black absolute
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Author: trader889Subject: Mixing old with new black absolutePosted: 07 Dec 2009 at 4:00amI recently bought a demo kitchen that came with black absolute from India. The black absolute has already been sealed and has a dull, non shiny surface. The kitchen layout has been rearranged a bit and as such, I need to get a new piece of black absolute for one section. I found a piece that matches the pattern closely from a slab company, but the stone is already shiny and polished.Can the new stone be dulled to look like the old black absolute? Please note, the old and new stones will not be directly adjacent to each, it will be separated by the sink. The slab company also said that for the old stone they can only do an acetone wash because its already been sealed. It cannot be "repolished". Don't know if all this is true, but I would love to hear opinions. Obviously, I would like not to buy all new countertops. Thanks.
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Granite : Issues with China Granite
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Author: mike123Subject: Issues with China GranitePosted: 04 Dec 2009 at 2:55pmit happens chinese material might have some problemsEdited by findstone - 16 Dec 2009 at 12:38pm
Granite : Want a seamless counter in UbaTub
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Author: StonemongerSubject: Want a seamless counter in UbaTubPosted: 01 Dec 2009 at 9:47pmI suspect you only hate the seam because you have seen seams that were done poorly. If it i s done by a skilled professional, tight, level, smooth, and finished with a color matched resin, the impact is minimal. Most slabs come between 105" and 130" with the freakishly long ones being around 137. I have only heard once or twice about slabs in the 144" range, but those are incredibly rare. Other factors are things like cutouts and the rest of the shape. There is a practical limit to how large a piece the installers can safely move without damaging the stone, your house, or themselves.If I could see a drawing of the whole job and get a sense of how the stone would enter your home, I might be able to make a recommendation, but your fabricator/installer would have the final say. One important point as well: If you go for the lowest price among several potential installers, you are likely to get a bad seam. Those making the least money on a job are less likely to spend the extra half hour it takes to do it right.
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