General Care and Cleaning of Stone Surfaces |
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| DO use coasters under all glasses, particularly those containing alcohol or citrus juices. Many common foods contain acids that will etch or dull the surface of stone. |
| DO NOT place hot items directly on the stone surface. Use trivets or mats under hot dishes and placemats under china, ceramics or other objects that can scratch the surface. |
| Blot up spills immediately with a clean, soft cloth. Rinse with plain water and dry. |
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| Sealer |
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| Vanity tops and food preparation areas may need to have a penetrating sealer applied. Check with Frank. A good quality marble wax or non-yellowing automobile paste wax can be applied to minimize water spotting. In food preparation areas, be sure that it is non-toxic and safe for use in food preparation areas. |
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| Outdoors |
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| In outdoor pool, patio or hot tub areas, flush stone with clear water and use mild bleach solution to remove algae or moss. |
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| Cleaning |
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| Use a clean, soft cloth to clean surfaces along with a few drops or stone soap or mild liquid dish washing detergent and warm water. Too much soap or cleaner may leave a film. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not use scouring powders or abrasives that may scratch the stone. |
| In showers or other wet areas, soap scum may be minimized by using a squeegee after each use. To remove soap scum, use a non-acidic soap scum remover or a mild solution of ammonia and water (1/2 cup ammonia to one gallon of water). Frequent or over-use of ammonia may dull the stone over time. |
