Stone Care Product and Maintenance Tips
What is the secret to keeping your stone countertops looking like new?
We'll shed some light on this topic, as well as the products you need to help keep your countertops looking the same as they did on installation day.
CLEANERS
Only neutral cleaners should be used on stone. Do not use any acid or oil-based products (i.e. ammonia, white vinegar, commercial cleaners) as they can etch or stain the stone.
Our Choice: Miracle Sealants Counter Kleen
How to Use: Miracle Counter Kleen can be used as a daily cleaner. Gently remove any loose debris from your countertop surface and apply the product. Wipe across counters and dry with a clean white cotton cloth … no rinsing necessary! Just like that, sparkly clean countertops in seconds!
SEALERS
A sealer should be used to protect your stone from staining. It’s important to remember, sealants don’t prevent staining...they simply give you clean-up time (approximately two hours). If something spills on your stone countertops, you should clean it as quickly as possible. We offer a variety of different sealers; your design consultant can recommend the ideal products for your countertops.
Our Choice for the more dense Granites: Miracle 511 Impregnator/Sealer
How to Use: This product should be applied when water no longer beads up on the countertops (approximately every six months to a year). First, ensure the surface is completely dry, clean and free of stains. Apply the Miracle 511 in a circular motion with a clean, dry cloth. Let it stand for about two to three minutes and then go back over with a dry cloth. Repeat this process until your stone is saturated then proceed to a maintenance program of 6 months to a year or sooner IF needed A few minutes out of your day and your countertops are safely sealed for the next several months.
Our Choice for the less dense Granites , Marbles and Textured Surfaces: Miracle 511 Porous Plus Sealer
How to Use: This product should be applied when water no longer beads up on the countertops (approximately every six months to a year). First, ensure the surface is completely dry, clean and free of stains. Apply the Miracle 511 in a circular motion with a clean, dry cloth. Let it stand for about two to three minutes and then go back over with a dry cloth. Repeat this process until your stone is saturated then proceed to a maintenance program of 6 months to a year or sooner IF needed A few minutes out of your day and your countertops are safely sealed for the next several months.
STAIN REMOVAL
Should staining occur on an area of your Stone countertop, a poultice can be used to draw the stain out.
Our Choice: Poultice Plus Powder Mix
How To Use: Please refer to the manufacturer’s detailed instructions for using this product.