Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Granite Vanity top: Care & Maintenance

Contents
1.Sealing
2.Everyday cleaning
3.Precautions

1. Sealing
  • All Buy Stones Online Vanity tops are factory sealed. However, to provide further assurance, BSO recommends that a protective sealer is applied to the vanity top after installation (available at major home improvement stores)
  • Before applying the sealer, the exposed areas should be clean and dry. Follow the instructions on the sealer container
  • Repeat the sealing process once every two years
2. Everyday Cleaning
  • Clean the stone surface with few drops of neutral cleaner or a mild liquid dish washing detergent and warm water. Use a clean, soft cloth for best results
  • Rinse the surface thoroughly after washing with the soap solution and dry with a soft cloth
  • Liquid spills, such as alcohol, medications, etc. should be cleaned promptly. Liquids with high acid can etch granite surfaces if left for any length of time
  • Popular products that should be cleaned up promptly are: shaving cream, toothpaste, perfume, cologne, nail polish remover, hair coloring or perm products, shampoo, drain opener and toilet bowl cleaner
3. Precautions
  • Do blot up spills immediately
  • Do not use cleaning products that contain lemon or vinegar
  • Do not place hot items directly on the stone surface
  • Place protective pads on the bottoms of any heavy objects, such as pottery, appliances or other objects that may scratch the surface
  • Avoid using abrasive cleaners or rough cleaning pads. If necessary, a soft buffing pad can be used
  • Do not stand on the granite top to fix overhead lights or other items. Do not place extremely heavy items on the top

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