KEEP YOUR STONE STURDY, STRONG,
AND SHINING WITH PROPER MAINTENANCE
Proper maintenance is essential to keep your stone countertop looking as beautiful as the day it was installed for decades to come. After Stonetops installs your stone fabrication piece, the wear and tear of life is unavoidable, but there are specific stone countertop maintenance tips that will help protect your investment from damage. Learn how to properly protect and clean your stone countertop and discover what habits to avoid in order to prevent damage during day-to-day activity.
SEAL OUT WATER DAMAGE
In order to prevent water and liquid damage, your stone surface must be properly sealed. A high-quality sealer will be applied to your stone piece. Once the stone is completely dry, we will add the product and buff it to a shine. Sealer serves not only to enhance the shine of the stone, but it also gives it added protection from stains. Depending on the material of your surface, you will have to reapply a sealer every few years.
KEEP IT CLEAN
Simply clean your stone surfaces with soap and warm water to keep the strength of your sealant intact. Avoid using regular household cleaning products to clean your surfaces. These products contain harsh chemicals that can strip the seal and leave the porous stone exposed. Without sealant in place, you risk permanent staining and damage.
BEST PRACTICES FOR STONE THAT LASTS
Your stone surface is part of your house and life happens around it! But there are a few things you can do and avoid doing to preserve its integrity for decades and decades.
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All spills should be cleaned up right away before it has a chance to penetrate the surface.
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Avoid using any overly acidic products or foods directly on the stone.
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Prevent wet containers from directly coming into contact with the surface.
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Use a cutting board when preparing food or meat. Bacteria have a good chance of getting trapped in the porous surface of the stone.
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Avoid contact with diamond rings to prevent scratches and chips. Your stone is incredibly hard, but diamonds are even more so!
Still have questions or concerns? Contact one of our experts today and get the answers you need.
