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Granite : Issues with China Granite
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Author: cezzzSubject: Issues with China GranitePosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 4:25pmI agree, China products are very difficult to rework. All natural stones can scratch. BUT, granite is far more resistant toscratching than soapstone and marble because it is a harder naturalstone. On MOH's scale of hardness, granites usually have a hardness of6 to 7. Marbles have a hardness of about 3, and soapstone 2. The lowerthe number, the softer the stone.Possible quick fixes:Try buffing slight surface scratches with dry #0000 steel wool.It may be possible to "fix" small scratches on darkstones yourself by using a black permanent marker or a paint marker(these work the best). Color in the scratch and then wipe off the areawith denatured alcohol to remove any excess color. This method isn'trepairing granite or stone scratches. The scratch becomes visuallyabsent.
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Granite : Granite color matching question
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Author: cezzzSubject: Granite color matching questionPosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 4:19pm The lemon juice will tell you both how absorbent your stone is and what type of stone you have: Specifically, is it a silicate-based stone (granite) or a calcite-based stone (marble, travertine and limestone)... or possibly a mix of silicate/calcite.Here is the test you should follow, it's called lemon juice and oil test:Line up all your samples in row.Drip enough lemon juice to form a dime-sized puddle on the first sample.Do the same with vegetable/olive oil.Look at the surface of the stone through the puddles and note the time.If you see the surface under the puddles darken right away, this stone is very absorbent and should NOT be used in the kitchen.If the stone does darken, but it takes 4 or 5 minutes, then applying a granite sealer will make this stone manageable in the kitchen... it'll be reasonably stain resistant.If it takes 10 to 15 minutes to darken a sealer should still be applied, but make sure it absorbs well and doesn't dry on top.If the stonenever darkens or it takes 30 minutes or more, then you have a nearstain-proof winner that probably would not take a sealer even if youtried.Wipe the sample clean and look at the spot where the lemon juice was... is it dull compared to the shiny polish on the rest of the sample or did you notice the lemon juice fizzing/bubbling when on the surface? If so, it contains calcite and should not be used in the kitchen.Perform the same test procedure on each of your samples.
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Granite : Can Granite be sealed against acidic liquids?
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Author: cezzzSubject: Can Granite be sealed against acidic liquids?Posted: 08 Dec 2009 at 4:10pmGranite is a solid natural element that normally does not stain easily.However, with extensive and long-term use, the granite used incountertops can eventually succumb to surface staining caused by freshmeat blood or artificial food coloring.To avoid granite countertop stains, follow these simple tips.Seal your granite countertop. Make sure you have yourgranite countertop sealed in very well at least twice a year. Mostgranite countertop manufacturers include sealing in their services, andthey usually sell granite countertops that have already been presealed.It is important to seal granite because if not, its pores can open andabsorb stains faster even if it has been used for a short time only.Ask your granite countertop manufacturer about the granite sealingproducts for home and maintenance use that they sell.Cleanyour granite countertop well. Always clean your granite countertopafter each use especially if you place or cut food like fresh meat andfish on it. The easiest way to clean your granite countertop is to usea neutral cleaner or wipe it down with a mild soap and water solution.Never use a strong detergent or cleanser, or an abrasive sponge orscrub because it can scratch it. You can use a soft cleaning spongedipped in the mild soap and water solution to gently scrub your granitecountertop. Rinse it with water, and dry well using a clean, soft cloth.-
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Water Stains : Water Stains - Granite Countertops
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Author: cezzzSubject: Water Stains - Granite CountertopsPosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 4:03pmI've tried these steps many times and they worked.. 1 Createa natural cleaner. Use a mixture of half white vinegar and half waterto create an environmentally friendly hard water stain remover. Makeonly as much as you will need, because it will be strong-smelling. Step 2 Soaka rag in the mixture, and then place it on the stain. Let the mixturesoak into the stain for a few minutes, then rinse clean. Repeat ifnecessary. Step 3 Soaksmall strips of fabric or cotton balls to place on hard-to-reach areassuch as behind a faucet. Use a spray bottle filled with the mixture toclean hard water stains off a glass shower door. Use a brush to helpscrub the stains off the glass. Step 4 Fortough stains on shower heads, remove the shower head entirely and letit soak in straight vinegar for a day. Rinse thoroughly when you aredone and buff to a shine
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Water Stains : Butterfly Verde - Crusty Water Stains around Fauce
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Author: cezzzSubject: Butterfly Verde - Crusty Water Stains around FaucePosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 4:01pmas I've mentioned in other threads water stains can be removed with commercial cleaners, but the chemicals inthese cleaners can be bad for the environment as well as containingingredients that may be harmful to children, here are some natural steps on how to remove water stain naturally and safe:1 Createa natural cleaner. Use a mixture of half white vinegar and half waterto create an environmentally friendly hard water stain remover. Makeonly as much as you will need, because it will be strong-smelling. Step 2 Soaka rag in the mixture, and then place it on the stain. Let the mixturesoak into the stain for a few minutes, then rinse clean. Repeat ifnecessary. Step 3 Soaksmall strips of fabric or cotton balls to place on hard-to-reach areassuch as behind a faucet. Use a spray bottle filled with the mixture toclean hard water stains off a glass shower door. Use a brush to helpscrub the stains off the glass. Step 4 Fortough stains on shower heads, remove the shower head entirely and letit soak in straight vinegar for a day. Rinse thoroughly when you aredone and buff to a shineusingthese steps will help a lot and you will get benefits, you don't needto buy for a commercial expensive cleaner and you will be safe fromchemical ingredients.
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Water Stains : Hard Water Stains Tips
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Author: cezzzSubject: Hard Water Stains TipsPosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 3:58pmNatural cleaning is better, you will save some money at the same time you will be safe from bad effects that can cause by chemical ingredients coming from commercial cleaning products.
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Water Stains : water stains
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Author: cezzzSubject: water stainsPosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 3:55pmhey can be removed with commercial cleaners, but the chemicals inthese cleaners can be bad for the environment as well as containingingredients that may be harmful to children, here are some natural steps on how to remove water stain naturally and safe:1 Createa natural cleaner. Use a mixture of half white vinegar and half waterto create an environmentally friendly hard water stain remover. Makeonly as much as you will need, because it will be strong-smelling. Step 2 Soaka rag in the mixture, and then place it on the stain. Let the mixturesoak into the stain for a few minutes, then rinse clean. Repeat ifnecessary. Step 3 Soaksmall strips of fabric or cotton balls to place on hard-to-reach areassuch as behind a faucet. Use a spray bottle filled with the mixture toclean hard water stains off a glass shower door. Use a brush to helpscrub the stains off the glass. Step 4 Fortough stains on shower heads, remove the shower head entirely and letit soak in straight vinegar for a day. Rinse thoroughly when you aredone and buff to a shineusing these steps will help a lot and you will get benefits, you don't need to buy for a commercial expensive cleaner and you will be safe from chemical ingredients.
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Water Stains : water stains
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Author: cezzzSubject: water stainsPosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 3:51pmThey can be removed with commercial cleaners, but the chemicals in these cleaners can be bad for the environment as well as containing ingredients that may be harmful to children, here are some natural steps on how to remove water stain naturally and safe: Create a natural cleaner. Use a mixture of half white vinegar and half water to create an environmentally friendly hard water stain remover. Make only as much as you will need, because it will be strong-smelling. Soak a rag in the mixture, and then place it on the stain. Let the mixture soak into the stain for a few minutes, then rinse clean. Repeat if necessary. Soak small strips of fabric or cotton balls to place on hard-to-reach areas such as behind a faucet. Use a spray bottle filled with the mixture to clean hard water stains off a glass shower door. Use a brush to help scrub the stains off the glass. For tough stains on shower heads, remove the shower head entirely and let it soak in straight vinegar for a day. Rinse thoroughly when you are done and buff to a shine. Edited by findstone - 16 Dec 2009 at 12:29pm
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Limestone : fill limestone pits
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Author: floormanSubject: fill limestone pitsPosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 9:02amclear epoxy would work.
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Water marks : I live in Mexico and need help with countertops
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Author: floormanSubject: I live in Mexico and need help with countertopsPosted: 08 Dec 2009 at 8:44amHi Sherri:The marble counter top needs to be refinished to remove all the marks. This will protect after refinished. Edited by findstone - 16 Dec 2009 at 12:27pm
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