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Granite Gold Stone & Tile Floor Cleaner® is an easy no-rinse formula safely deep-cleans granite, marble, travertine and all other natural-stone and ceramic tile surfaces.
Follow these helpful tips to prolong the life of your stone floor:
Stains vary and require different approaches. Learn how to identify certain stains and tips on how to remove them in our blog, The Gold Standard.
Yes. Granite Gold® brand stone-care products are designed to clean, protect and enhance all natural stone, including sandstone.
Before there was Granite Gold®, we were in the family businesses manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces, and time and again, our customers would ask “What should I use to clean my stone?” We passionately believe in helping homeowners properly care for, maintain and enhance the life of their stone. We fulfill that by developing safe and easy-to-use products that work great and through our customer service program, Ask the Experts, to provide advice and tips on all-things stone.
Granite Gold® brand stone-care products are designed to clean, protect and enhance all natural stone, including flagstone. Having grown up in the stone industry, we learned firsthand the importance of a basic three-step process for proper care and maintenance of stone surfaces: Clean, Seal, Polish. Read more about these Easy, Essential Steps on our blog.
Having grown up in the stone industry, we learned firsthand the importance of a basic three-step process for proper care and maintenance of stone surfaces: Clean, Seal, Polish. Read more about these Easy, Essential Steps on our blog.
Granite Gold Sealer® is an easy-to-apply spray-and-wipe formula that creates a barrier to protect granite, marble, travertine and all other natural stone. Learn how to seal granite and other natural stone in our blog, The Gold Standard.
Granite Gold® brand stone-care products are designed to clean, protect and enhance granite, marble, travertine and all other natural stone surfaces, as well as Corian® and quartz surfaces such as Silestone®, Zodiaq® and Cambria®.
Granite Gold® brand stone-care products are designed to clean, protect and enhance all natural stone, including limestone. Before there was Granite Gold, we were in the family businesses manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces, and time and again, our customers would ask “What should I use to clean my stone?” We passionately believe in helping homeowners properly care for, maintain and enhance the life of their stone. We fulfill that by developing safe and easy-to-use products that work great and through our customer service program, Ask the Experts, to provide advice and tips on all-things stone.
Cleaning tile can be as easy as caring for any stone surfaces. Learn three easy, essential steps for caring for natural stone in our blog, The Gold Standard. If you have grout lines, here are some tips in Grout Cleaning is a Dirty Job.
Granite Gold® brand stone-care products are designed to clean, protect and enhance granite, marble, travertine and all other natural stone surfaces, as well as Corian® and quartz surfaces such as Silestone®, Zodiaq® and Cambria®.
Having grown up in the stone industry, we learned firsthand the importance of a basic three-step process for proper care and maintenance of stone surfaces: Clean, Seal, Polish. Read more about these Easy, Essential Steps on our blog.
Granite Gold Stone & Tile Floor Cleaner® is an easy no-rinse formula safely deep-cleans granite, marble, travertine and all other natural-stone and ceramic tile surfaces.
Follow these helpful tips on How to Clean Stone Floors in our blog, The Gold Standard.
Cleaning tile can be as easy as caring for any stone surfaces. Learn three easy, essential steps for caring for natural stone in our blog, The Gold Standard. If you have grout lines, here are some tips in Grout Cleaning is a Dirty Job.
Granite Gold® brand stone-care products are designed to clean, protect and enhance all natural stone surfaces, including travertine. Learn three easy, essential steps for caring for natural stone in our blog, The Gold Standard.
Yes. Granite Gold Sealer® is an easy-to-apply spray-and-wipe formula that creates a barrier to protect slate and all other natural stone.
Before there was Granite Gold®, we were in the family businesses manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces, and time and again, our customers would ask “What should I use to clean my stone?” We passionately believe in helping homeowners properly care for, maintain and enhance the life of their stone. We fulfill that by developing safe and easy-to-use products that work great and through our customer service program, Ask the Experts, to provide advice and tips on all-things stone.
Learn more in our stone care blog, The Gold Standard.
Caring for granite countertops and all other natural-stone surfaces isn’t as complex as many people believe. The first line of defense is avoiding common household cleaners. Whether it’s a glass cleaner or an all-purpose cleaner, they typically contain ammonia and other harsh ingredients that destroy natural stone’s protective seal. Once that happens, stone is at risk of damage and you’ll face expensive repair or replacement. Sometimes the protective seal is already damaged and you may not know it. Here’s what you can do to find out if the seal is intact: Regularly check the integrity of the seal with an at-home water test. Pour water (about 3 inches in diameter) on the surface in several locations and let it sit for 30 minutes. If the water penetrates the stone – look for a dark mark or ring – it is time to reseal. Frequent use maintains maximum surface protection, penetrating stone surfaces to provide superior, long-lasting resistance to staining, etching and soil build-up. Here are some helpful articles from our blog, The Gold Standard:
Granite Gold Stone & Tile Floor Cleaner® is an easy no-rinse formula safely deep-cleans granite, marble, travertine and all other natural-stone and ceramic tile surfaces.
Follow these helpful tips on How to Clean Stone Floors in our blog, The Gold Standard.
Having grown up in the stone industry, we learned firsthand the importance of a basic three-step process for proper care and maintenance of stone surfaces: Clean, Seal, Polish. Read more about these Easy, Essential Steps on our blog.
We recommend allowing the sealer to dry for 24 hours to make sure it cures to the granite or other natural stone. Please read our Three Easy, Essential Steps blog post for recommendations on cleaning, sealing and polishing.
Oil Stains (vegetable/olive /cooking oils, etc.): Mix baking soda with acetone into a paste and place onto the stained area. Allow to sit for 24 hours. Remove and rinse with water. Repeat if necessary. Stone should be re-sealed when completed. Organic Stains (food products, mold, mildew, plant runoff, dirt/soil, urine and pet stains): Take a paper towel or cotton balls or white terry cloth towels soaked in liquid bleach (any brand) and place on stained area. Allow to sit for 24 hours and rinse with water. Repeat if necessary. You may spray bleach on stained areas and scrub with a soft nylon brush then rinse with water. Bleach does not harm natural stone as long as it is rinsed each time and sealed/maintained properly (acids harm stone). Rust Stains: Most rust stains have to be removed by a professional. Pour or spray 3 percent or 4 percent hydrogen peroxide on the stained area and agitated with a safe-on-stone scrubbing pad or nylon brush (also safe on stone) and allow to sit for 24 hours, then rinse with water.
Polishing adds shine and luster to granite, marble and other natural-stone surfaces, and quartz surfaces such as Silestone, Corian and Cambria. Regular use after cleaning will bring out stone’s natural beauty and provide ongoing protection against water spots and fingerprints. Polishing shower walls and tub surrounds will help prevent soap scum build-up. Do not use on floors, which can become slippery. Granite Gold Polish® is an easy-to-use spray-and-wipe formula. Hold the bottle 6-8 inches from surface and spray; buff with a dry paper towel or lint-free cloth; then wipe dry with a paper towel or lint-free cloth.
With the right information, caring for granite countertops and all other natural stone surfaces can be quite easy. Here is some helpful articles we regular provide through our stone care blog, The Gold Standard:
Most typical, everyday household cleaners, including glass cleaner, soft scrub cleansers and all-purpose cleaners are not ideal granite cleaners or for any other natural stone surface. They contain ammonia or other damaging chemicals that will break down the protective seal and damage the natural stone’s surface, leading to costly repair or replacement. Granite Gold® brand products are safe to use on any natural stone surface.
Use the Granite Gold Daily Cleaner® followed by Granite Gold Sealer®. It is safe to polish your freshly sealed natural stone 24 hours after applying Granite Gold Sealer. Regular polishing after cleaning will bring out stone’s natural beauty and provide ongoing protection against water spots and fingerprints. Polishing shower walls and tub surrounds will help prevent soap scum build-up. Do not polish floors, which can become slippery.
The protective seal wears over time. Regularly check the integrity of the seal with an at-home water test. Pour water (about 3 inches in diameter) on the surface in several locations and let it sit for 30 minutes. If the water penetrates the stone – look for a dark mark or ring – it is time to reseal. Frequently sealing granite countertops and all other natural stone maintains maximum surface protection, penetrating stone surfaces to provide superior, long-lasting resistance to staining, etching and soil build-up.
Learn How to Seal Granite and Other Natural Stone in The Gold Standard.
Granite Gold® brand granite cleaners and other stone-care products are specially formulated to protect any natural stone surface, including granite, marble, limestone, travertine, onyx and slate. Granite Gold can be used on any finish, including polish, honed, sandblasted, etc., and the products are safe for use on manufactured stone surfaces such as ceramic tile, porcelain tile, concrete, Corian, Silestone, Terrazzo and Formica. Manufactured stone does not need to be sealed. Granite Gold products will not damage polished nickel or chrome hardware and faucets.
Granite Gold Shower Cleaner® is the safe alternative for stone and tile care. Use instead of household shower and bath cleaners which can damage natural stone. Regular use will help prevent mold, mildew, soap, and hard water deposits from attaching to the surface.
Granite Gold Shower Cleaner® is the safe alternative for stone and tile care. Use instead of household shower and bath cleaners which can damage natural stone. Regular use will help prevent mold, mildew, soap, and hard water deposits from attaching to the surface.
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Yes, all Granite Gold® brand granite cleaners and other stone care products are non-toxic and safe to use on all food-preparation surfaces. When using Granite Gold Disinfecting Wipes®, allow the disinfectant to sit on the surface for five minutes, then rinse with potable water and clean.
Most everyday household cleaners, including glass cleaner, soft-scrub cleansers and all-purpose cleaners, contain ammonia or other damaging chemicals that will break down the protective seal and damage the natural stone’s surface, leading to costly repair. Granite Gold® brand granite cleaners and other stone care products were created by stone care experts, with more than 50 years of experience, and are safe to use on any stone surface.
Granite Gold Daily Cleaner® quickly and safely cleans all natural stone surfaces without damaging the protective seal, unlike everyday household cleaners. Use Granite Gold Daily Cleaner as often as needed by rotating the nozzle to either the spray or stream setting. For vertical surfaces, use the foaming action by pulling out the tab at the end of the nozzle. Spray Granite Gold Daily Cleaner 6-8 inches from the surface and wipe dry with a paper towel or lint-free cloth. Granite Gold Daily Cleaner is safe for all food-preparation surfaces, non-toxic and non-acidic, biodegradable, streak-free, and contains no phosphates or ammonia.
Granite Gold All-Surface Cleaner Wipes® quickly and safely clean all natural-stone surfaces without damaging the protective seal, unlike common cleaning wipes. Granite Gold All-Surface Cleaner Wipes are great for quick clean-ups on all natural-stone and manufactured stone surfaces, as well as stainless steel, glass, mirrors, brass, copper and more. They are safe to use on food-preparations surfaces, non-toxic and non-acidic, biodegradable, streak-free, and contain no phosphates or ammonia.
Granite Gold Polish® quickly and safely adds additional shine and luster to all natural stone surfaces. For best results, use the polish once a week. Simply rotate the spray nozzle to either the “Spray” or “Stream” setting, spray 6-8 inches from the surface and then wipe dry with a paper towel or lint-free cloth. Granite Gold Polish is safe to use on all food-preparation surfaces, non-toxic and non-acidic, biodegradable, streak-free, and contains no phosphates or ammonia.
Do not allow sealer to dry on the surface – it will cause hazing
Use Granite Gold Daily Cleaner® and Granite Gold Polish® to maintain luster and durability. Granite Gold Sealer is safe on food-preparation surfaces, non-toxic and non-acidic, streak-free, biodegradable, and contains no phosphates or ammonia.
Granite Gold Stone & Tile Floor Cleaner® contains nourishing properties to safely clean and enhance natural stone and tile flooring. Sweep or vacuum the floor prior to using the cleaner. Add 2-4 ounces of Granite Gold to 1 gallon of hot or cold water. Mop the floor using a string mop, sponge mop or towels change the water as it becomes soiled. DO NOT RINSE as rinsing will remove the protectant. Granite Gold Stone & Tile Floor Cleaner is non-toxic and non-acidic, streak-free, biodegradable, and contains no phosphates or ammonia.
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Granite Gold® brand granite cleaners and other stone care products are developed by stone care experts with more than 50 years’ experience. The products were tested on all types of natural stone and other surfaces. The products are non-toxic, non-acidic, biodegradable, contain no phosphates or ammonia, and safe on food-preparation surfaces. Granite Gold ingredients are proprietary information that has been developed by the Granite Gold family. If you have a specific question regarding to allergies, feel free to e-mail or call us at (800) 475-7866.
You can remove these by spraying the Granite Gold Daily Cleaner® on the affected area. Let sit for one minute and scrape off with a straight-edge razor blade. Using Granite Gold Polish® weekly will prevent the calcium and limescale build up on the stone.
Oil Stains (vegetable/olive /cooking oils, etc.): Mix baking soda with acetone into a paste and place onto the stained area. Allow to sit for 24 hours. Remove and rinse with water. Repeat if necessary. Stone should be re-sealed when completed.
Organic stains (food products, mold, mildew, plant runoff, dirt/soil, urine and pet stains): Take a paper towel or cotton balls or white terry cloth towels soaked in liquid bleach (any brand) and place on stained area. Allow to sit for 24 hours and rinse with water. Repeat if necessary. You may spray bleach on stained areas and scrub with a soft nylon brush then rinse with water. Bleach does not harm natural stone as long as it is rinsed each time and sealed/maintained properly (acids harm stone).
Rust Stains: Most rust stains have to be removed by a professional. Pour or spray 3 percent or 4 percent hydrogen peroxide on the stained area and agitated with a safe-on-stone scrubbing pad or nylon brush (also safe on stone) and allow to sit for 24 hours, then rinse with water.
Soap Scum/Calcium Build Up/Water Deposits: Using a new single-edge razor blade, gently scrap/shave from the surface of the stone. Use a granite cleaner such as Granite Gold Daily Cleaner® with a soft nylon brush or safe-on-stone scrubbing pad to finally scrub and clean.
Using a new single-edge razor blade, gently scrap/shave from the surface of the stone. Use a granite cleaner such as Granite Gold Daily Cleaner® with a soft nylon brush or safe-on-stone scrubbing pad to finally scrub and clean.
Toothpaste stains on granite can be removed by taking a paper towel or cotton balls or white terry cloth towels soaked in liquid bleach (any brand) and placing on the stained area. Allow to sit for 24 hours and rinse with water. Repeat if necessary. You may spray bleach on stained areas and scrub with a soft nylon brush then rinse with water. Bleach does not harm natural stone as long as it is rinsed each time and sealed/maintained properly (acids harm stone). Toothpaste on softer stones such as marble, limestone, or travertine can etch the surface, which will need to be professionally resurfaced.
Re-activate the sealer with the following steps:
Granite Gold Polish will bring additional shine and luster, but the stone might already be damaged to the point of professional resurfacing. After the stone is resurfaced, use the Polish weekly to maintain shine and luster.
Use Granite Gold Disinfecting Wipes®. An important note about disinfectants: Most people don’t realize a disinfectant needs to sit on a surface for at least five minutes for it to properly take effect. Also, disinfectants aren’t meant for cleaning and will leave streaks on stone surfaces. After letting the disinfectant dry, rinse with potable water and then clean. Don’t polish your stone until you rinse and clean the disinfected area; otherwise, streaking will occur.
No, Granite Gold® is currently working on an anti-bacterial formula that is safe for stone. Most anti-bacterial cleaners will damage stone or streak on the surface.
No. Granite Gold Polish® is not recommended for floors as they will become slippery.
The citrus scent is made from the oil in the peel. It is safe for all stone surfaces
Yes, but Granite Gold All-Surface Cleaner® is formulated to deep clean delicate fixtures like glass, mirrors, faucets, appliances and stainless steel with an overspray that’s safe on stone. The non-toxic and non-abrasive formula won’t scratch surfaces.