How to Restore and Repair Granite Kitchen Worktops
Granite is a very touch stone which can loose its shine after a few years of usage, this obviously having more of an effect in a busy kitchen. Here, we have some steps that you can take to improve and maintain the look of your Granite Worktops.
Cleaning Granite Worktops
Sometimes, dirt may be the only item on your worktops that are making them look dull. Starting by cleaning the stone properly and thoroughly using a gentle cleaner such as soap is a good place to start. It is important to not use scourers and abrasive cleaners on them as this will damage the surface and therefore making it impossible to achieve the high gloss polish.
While cleaning the surface, it is a good opportunity to check for damage on them, including chips, scratches or dull patches.
Polishing Granite worktops
Note: Some stones are more difficult to repair invisibly than others - in particular pure black and white stone are the hardest to achieve near invisible repairs. Most finishes can be repaired to be almost invisible but viewing from different angles and in different lighting conditions will reveal the repair - but as with most things, if you know it is there, you see it but no one else notices.
If you seem to still have some dull patches on your worktops after cleaning them, it may be time to invest in a specialist cleaner. Choosing one that is designed for Granite and make sure that you follow the instructions precisely.
