How much upkeep does granite require?
One of the best attributes of granite is its ease to maintain. All that is required is daily cleaning (soap and water is best) and yearly sealing. It is imperative that you seal your countertops at least once a year to prevent staining. Granite is vulnerable to stains from any oil based substance (grease, cooking oil, butter, etc.), however, with yearly sealing will prevent your countertops from being stained. Please ask for our “Care and Feeding of Your Granite” pamphlet or more information about routine cleaning and sealing. Back to Top Can I use marble, onyx, travertine, or limestone as a countertop? Yes and no. Like most families, your kitchen is the heart of your home, and is used (and abused?) more than any other room of your house. Therefore, because of its non-porous and scratch resistant nature, granite is the only choice for your kitchen. Marble, onyx, travertine and limestone are highly porous, and even with proper sealing, are prone to scratches and stains, and its surface
