Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Treat Your Countertop Like A Gem With Dade County Granite Polishing

By Princess Smith


Although people may believe that the use of natural stone in their homes is prohibitively expensive, they may be pleasantly surprised to discover that granite is a cheaper alternative to the traditionally praised marble. Yet granite is no less beautiful in its appearance. The natural grain and coloring of the stone, cut into regular shapes for installation in private residences, makes it an attractive feature in the kitchen or other living area. Since it is a standard material in home construction these days, interested parties should learn how a Dade County granite polishing company can restore your natural stone.

The fact that natural stone needs to be maintained might sound suspect. But the household's residents might not be aware of how much traffic passes over the stone surface. A kitchen countertop used three times a day gets scratched and cleaned in excess of a thousand times every year.

This can lead to the sealant getting destroyed. Other damage can comprise unsightly etching or scratches, as well as the slight but undesirable crumbling of the raw stone underneath the sealant. To keep the surface clean, the customary home cleaning liquids should suffice, but there are also stronger domestic antiseptic products on the market for those who need something extra. As a rule, though, properly sealed stone does not absorb anything.

The slab should be sealed to prevent deterioration of its structure or the aggregation of dirt in its coarse surface. Naturally, the rock is not smooth, so once it has been polished it needs to be sealed. If it isn't, or if the sealing has been damaged, the stone will in fact start to absorb oils and other liquids off its surface. Always make sure that it is properly sealed.

When choosing cleaning products, it is essential to check the consistency and the pH of the product. Some products contain abrasive ingredients and these should be avoided entirely. As to the pH, only alkaline or neutral products should be used (pH above 7). If you aren't sure, contact a professional polishing operator for further information.

Each slab of granite is as unique as a diamond, since it is a cut piece of stone. With the appropriate attention to its maintenance, the slab will retain its inherent attractiveness and supremely durable nature.




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