NORCROSS, GA, May 09, 2013 (Press-News.org) Don't you love the touch of class that your granite countertops give your home? To keep your granite countertops looking great you have to take care of them, however. One important way to do that is by checking your countertop sealant.
Testing Your Granite Countertops
If you just bought a home that has existing granite countertops or if your countertops are older, you may not be sure if they have been sealed or if they need to be resealed. There are a couple of easy, effective tests that you can use to find out.
The first test requires that you place a few drops of lemon juice in an inconspicuous area of the granite then wait about five minutes. If the surface becomes dull, the counter needs sealant. Now do the same with some cooking oil. If the oil is absorbed and the granite turns dark, you need to apply sealant.
Clean Granite Countertops Can Cut Down On the Spread of Germs
Sealants not only protect the beauty of your granite countertops, they also make them easier to clean and maintain. Your kitchen provides refuge for more germs than any other area of your house, even the bathroom. Salmonella bacteria can live up to four weeks on a surface.
If your countertops are absorbing liquids, they are providing a safe haven for germs to thrive. With a properly applied, high quality granite sealer, you can clean and disinfect your kitchen more easily. Check with your granite supplier to see which cleaning products are safe for your countertops. Avoid anything highly acidic such as vinegar-based cleaners.
We use our kitchens not only to prepare meals, but also to entertain guests and gather as a family. For this reason, granite countertops should be functional, attractive and safe to use. "It is important to have your granite countertops properly sealed to increase their lifespan. A quality sealant also makes them much easier to clean," says Dara Summers, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Premier Surfaces.
For more information about granite countertop sealing and care, please visit http://www.premiersurfaces.com.
About Premier Surfaces:
Premier Surfaces is the premier source for granite countertops in the Southeast, with locations in Atlanta, Birmingham and Huntsville, Ala. As the only company in Georgia accredited by the Marble Institute of America, Premier Surfaces is dedicated to providing the highest level of quality in both products and service.
For more information, please visit http://www.premiersurfaces.com.
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Atlanta Granite Suppliers, Premier Surfaces, Stress Importance of Checking Countertop Seals
Granite countertops are a beautiful addition to your home, but it's important that they are properly sealed. A professionally applied sealant can increase the life of your granite countertops and make them easier to maintain.
2013-05-09
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[Press-News.org] Atlanta Granite Suppliers, Premier Surfaces, Stress Importance of Checking Countertop SealsGranite countertops are a beautiful addition to your home, but it's important that they are properly sealed. A professionally applied sealant can increase the life of your granite countertops and make them easier to maintain.