How to Seal Granite and Other Natural Stone
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A damaged protective seal leaves granite and other natural stone surfaces susceptible to costly repair and replacement.
Frequently sealing granite countertops and any other natural stone surface is among Three, Essential Steps to care for your natural stone, whether it’s a countertop, floor, shower wall or vanity. Sealing frequently will maintain maximum surface protection for resistance against staining, etching and soil build-up.
We’re often asked how often natural stone should be sealed. Some in the industry will say once a year; others maybe twice annually. The reality is you can never over-seal your stone. Frequent sealing provides constant protection against oil-based stains such as salad dressing, cooking oil or vegetable oil. When they come into contact with unsealed natural stone, the oils can penetrate the pores and leave unsightly reminders. The same is true for water-based stains such as tea, wine or coffee.
Water should bead on stone surfaces, indicating the protective seal is working
So, to answer the question on how frequently you should be sealing granite countertops or other natural stone surfaces, our advice is to determine whether you need to reseal. Here’s how you can do that:
If it’s time to reseal or you’re sealing for the first time, you can have a professional restoration specialist handle the job for you – a pretty big price tag can come with that. Some do-it-yourself stone sealers require protective gear because of the toxicity. Granite Gold Sealer®, however, is non-toxic and non-acidic with no phosphates or ammonia. We created it so sealing could be both safe and easy for homeowners. It’s literally a spray-and-wipe solution, kind of like the wax-on-wax-off mantra from the Karate Kid movie.
In six simple steps, here’s how to seal granite and all other natural stone for about 10 percent of the cost of having a pro come do it for you or having to dress like your local hazardous waste team:
Once complete, you’ll have the added confidence knowing the pain-free effort you put into protecting your stone.
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I have a marble counter top that was etched by white wine (two wine glass rings on the surface). Will using the Granite Gold Sealer remove the etching? If not, how can I remove the etching? Thank you.
We recommend seeking a professional restoration specialist with the correct tools and training. Following that, immediately reseal the surface. Additionally, we recommend frequent sealing to maintain maximum surface protection.
Thank you!
My kitchen sink is granite but does not have a shiny finish. Does it need to be re sealed?
Hi Patricia,
All natural stone should be sealed, and often. It helps protect your stone against stains and etches. Sealing, however, won’t provide shine and luster. If it has been a long time since you last sealed your stone, it’s possible the finish has worn off, and you’ll need a professional restoration specialist with the proper tools and training. If you send pictures to us at StoneCareExperts@GraniteGold.com, we can evaluate more for you and provide recommendations.
Can I use Granite Gold Sealer AFTER a professional refinisher completes a reseal with THEIR SEALER PRODUCT and the surface starts to show signs of needing to be resealed, like water rings etc.?
Yes, you can use Granite Gold Sealer after. Here’s a helpful way to find out if and when to reseal: Mix baking soda and acetone to the consistency of pancake batter; apply the poultice directly over the stain; let it sit overnight, then lift it off the stain. You should notice an immediate improvement, and it may require a couple attempts. If the stain is too deep, you may need to call a restoration specialist. Following either scenario, you should immediately re-seal the stone.