Granite bench tops in recent times have become more and more popular and are often the material of choice for those re-modelling their homes. It is a great finish to kitchens, however, it does require a lot of maintenance. Regular cleaning will keep it looking brand new. A plus to choosing granite as the material for your bench top is that its a hard stone and is therefore virtually unscratchable.
To clean a granite bench top follow these steps:
Firstly, always clean up spills immediately before the spill penetrates the surface.
Give the bench top a general clean using some warm soapy water and a sponge to pick up any residue.
Rinse the sponge in water only and reclean the area to prevent a soapy finish.
Dry the area with a clean towel.
To remove stains from the granite...