Granite Worktops - The Facts - Advice and Tips
Here at Granite Care Limited we have a depth of knowledge that spans over 50 years. We are the 3rd generation of stonemasons in the family, and can draw from our wealth of experience and knowledge to give you, our customers the facts on Granite Worktops.
Are Granite Worktops hard? Yes they are very hard, and difficult to damage, however all things hards are often brittle, therefore, installation is the danger time. Once Granite Worktops are fitted it is extremely difficult to damage them.
Are Granite Worktops prone to staining? No. It is difficult to stain dark granite. Often sealing dark granites can have an adverse effect, and stains or milky clouds, can appear where the integrity of the sealant, has been compromised. We do not recommend sealing Absolute Black Granite, or Star Galaxy Granite. We do recommend sealing all lighter coloured granites as they will soak in the sealant, and this will give a lasting protection. Ask your supplier for specifics on which granites to seal.
How long will Granite Worktops Last? The simple answer is a lifetime. Granite is one of the hardest surfaces known to man. During normal working conditions, it will never ever wear out.
How many colours are available. See our website colour pallette for current numbers of Granite Colours
What maintenance is required with Granite Worktops? Simply wipe with a multi surface cleaner, preferably anti-bacterial, then dry with kitchen roll. Periodic sealing with Akemi Care kit, if required and as directed.
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How Do You Draw Oil, Grease, Fat Stains Out of Granite?
Got a Stain on your Granite that will not budge? Granite Care has the answer for you.
Granite is a Natural, Hardwearing material and with a Polished Surface and correct Maintenance and Sealing will not draw a lot of liquid into its surface which will stain. Although, if you have spilled something containing Oil such as Grease or Fat or Cooking Oil, and you leave it on the Granite Worktop Surface for a longated period, Grease can seep and dissolve into the stone and a Dark Oil-Based Stain Mark will appear.
Option 1:
The first step is to try and get rid and try and lift the Stain as soon as possible. Usually, stains can be avoided if the Worktop Surface is cleaned with a mild cleaning product.
If this does not work and the Stain will still not budge, do not despair. The advice that any Granite Worktop Manufacturer or Fabricator will give to you will always be the same. Do Not use any Acidic Solutions or Cleaners to try and remove the stain. These include vinegar and lemon juice. Products that are Acidic can harm the Sealant holding your Worktops in place and the finish on the Granite Surface.
Option 2:
Your next option is to try a damp cloth with a tiny drop of bleach and hot water mixture. Gently massage this into the stain. You should see the Stain working its way out. After rubbing this into the stain, dry with a dry microfibre cloth (available from must supermarkets) and buff until the surface is evenly polished. You should now see that the stain is gone. If not, you have a Stubborn Stain and need to try the next method.
Option 3:
The next method is for very stubborn stains. A Poultice is the best option. A Poultice is made up of Powdered Whiting (which can be bought from your local DIY Store) and Hydrogen Peroxide. After purchasing these two products, you can now make a Poutlice. How to do this can be seen here. This removes stubborn stains, so you should have no problem. If this still does not work, try the next option.
Option 4:
You can try two Stain Removing Products:
The first one that Granite Care can supply to you is Lithofin Stain Away. This is a liquid product that gets rid of oil and grease stains. This should work on your Stain.
The other option is Bar Keepers Friend. This can be seen below.
This product is available from most supermarkets. Its motto is “Cleans where others Fail”. This is a powdered solution that you rub onto the Stain.
Your Stain should hopefully have disappeared.
Contact Granite Care if you have any questions.
Physical Characteristics of Quartz
Quartz is a Man-Made, Composite Material compared to Granite which is Natural. Quartz has similar properties:
*Solid
*Very Very Hard
*Durable
*Maintenance-Free (No Sealing of Worktops Needed - This is done when the Quartz is being manufactured)
*Everlasting Style
*Contemporary
*Wider range of Colours available in Quartz than in Granite - Colours range from Black Sparkly to Silver with a Glitter Sparkle to Hot Pink to Orange to Lime Green - You would never get these Colours in Granite
With all these properties, Quartz is the perfect material to use in your Kitchen. It is simply to your preference whether you would like to have Granite Worktops or Quartz Worktops in your Kitchen. Both are ideal for your Kitchen due to their durability and strength.
To get a FREE Personalised Quotation for your Quartz Worktops, Contact Granite Care directly today.
Are Granite Worktops Worth It?
The simple answer to this Question is: YES. There are many, many reasons why you will not regret spending your Hard-Earned Cash on Bespoke Granite Worktops from Granite Care.
First of all, the attributes of Granite are as follows: Solid, Very Very Hard and Durable. All of these characterisitcs are what you need to have for your Kitchen Worktops as your Kitchen will definetly take everyday use over the years, making Granite Worktops the perfect choice for you. Granite Worktops will last you a lifetime.
Secondly, there is the advantage of the Classic and Timeless Beauty of Granite Worktops. Natural materials will always be in Fashion for Kitchens. The Earthly Granite Worktop Colours will always suit your Kitchen decor, whatever the Colour. You just need to pick your favourite.
Also, because of their Classic Style, Granite Worktops will always be a good choice if you are thinking of moving home either now or sometime in the future. Granite Worktops instantly make people think the Kitchen looks expensive as they Add Style and spruce up your exisiting Kitchen Units and Make your Kitchen instantly Contemporary. They can also add up to £2000 to your House Value, which is always appreciated.
An example of the beauty of Granite Worktops can be seen below.
As you can see, you will not be disappointed.
Contact Granite Care today for a FREE Personalised Quotation.
Physical Characteristics of Granite
Granite is a Natural material and so has Natural Characteristics. These Characteristics are as follows:
*Solid
*Very Very Hard
*Durable
*Can take Excess Weight
*Classic Style
*Earth Tones in Colour - Sheer Black, Black with Copper Fleck, Tan Brown, Baltic Brown, Grey, Emerald Pearl, Blue Pearl, etc.
*Timeless Beauty
*When used as Worktops, needs to be sealed every 6-12 months
Granite Care Specialise in Fabricating, Supplying and Installing Granite Worktops. All of their Worktops are of High Quality, No Cheap Imitations. Also, all Worktops are of 30mm Thickness.
They have a Wide range of Granite Worktop Colours available for you to choose from.
For a FREE Personalised Quotation for your Granite Worktops, Contact Granite Care directly today.