How Do You Clean Hard Water Stains From Granite?
Granite is a natural stone that is both durable and resilient. Granite is not, however, completely stain-proof. Stains on granite from hard water are unsightly and diminish the appearance of the stone surface. These stains often appear in a chalky-white form. Remove water stains from granite promptly to preserve the beauty of the surface. Saturate a paper towel with white vinegar. Place the paper towel directly onto the water stain. Allow the vinegar-soaked paper towel to remain on the stain for 24 hours. Remove the paper towel and wipe the granite with a damp rag. Make a poultice if the water stain persists. The idea of a poultice is to draw the stain from the granite into the poultice. Combine 3 tsp. baking soda and 1 tsp. water into a bowl and stir. Alternatively, use 1 cup unbleached flour, 3 tbsp. liquid dish soap and about 4 tbsp. water to form a poultice. The consistency of the paste should be that of sour cream. Lightly mist the stained granite with water. Spread a coating of t
