Natural Granite Disclaimer

Granite is a coarse, crystalline rock composed primarily of quartz and feldspar. It forms from slowly cooling magma that is subjected to extreme pressures deep beneath the earth's surface. Because it is a natural material it is subject to variation in mineral composition affecting color, flecks, and other aspects of appearance.

No two granite/marble pieces are alike - making each natural granite vanity top a beautiful, one of a kind masterpiece.

Handle with Care:

A granite top is heavier than that of a cultured marble vanity top. Please address safety and handling issues for lifting.

Also notable is the size and the composition of the quartz deposits within each top. The smaller the quartz count, the more dense the material and therefore the stronger the product is. All granite is fragile; however, Blue Butterfly has a naturally higher quartz count making it a more fragile product than other granites. Special care must be taken in handling all granite tops. Always use two people when handling stone vanity tops.

Cleaning:

Clean stone surfaces with a few drops of non-acidic soap scum remover, or a mild liquid dishwashing detergent.
Frequent use of soap scum remover may dull the surface.
Thoroughly rinse and dry the surface after washing
Too much cleaner or soap may leave a film and cause streaks.
Blot up spills immediately
Do not use products that contain lemon, vinegar or other acid content. These may etch the surface
Do not use abrasive cleaner such as dry cleaners or soft cleansers.
Do not use cleaners that contain acids such as bathroom cleaners, grout cleaners, or tile cleaners.
Do not mix bleach and ammonia, this combination creates a toxic and lethal gas.

Spills and Stains:

Blot the spill with a paper towel immediately. Don't wipe the area. Flush the area with plain water and mild soap and rinse several times. Dry the area thoroughly with a soft cloth. Repeat as necessary.

Note:
Protected stones will clean easily and you may want to just try warm water at first to give you the results you need: towel dry to remove streaks. We recommend to re-seal your product thirty to sixty days after installing it with an Stone Care Inter granite sealer. With this care guide is a care procedures that explains in detail the sealer process. Pour the sealer on the granite countertop and allow the sealer to absorb into the granite and then wipe off.
Products not to use and why not to use them:
*Stone is a chemical in a solid form. When an improper chemical is used, it reacts.*

pH Scale
1-------------------------------------	7----------------------------	14
Acid	Neutral	Alkali

Products
pH is a unit of measure to determine the alkalinity and acidity of a solution
*There are some companies that claim their products are pH neutral however, the company will add a buffer which will say the product is a 7 but in fact has the effect of a 13

Acids- chemicals that will burn and dull the stone.

Drano
Lime Away- as an example, this will eat marble and take the shine away immediately
Calcium, Lime, Rust Remover (CLR)
Kaboom & Zap- this will also eat marble and take the shine away immediately
Vinegar
Fruit Juices
Alcoholic beverages
Most household cleaning products

Alkalis

DO NOT USE Windex. Windex- attacks color minerals of the stone. Black for example will turn grey over time. If anyone ever says they have been using windex for years and nothing has happened, have them compare it to a fresh piece of marble and they will be able to notice the difference immediately. 409, Fantastic, Kaboom & Zap, Strippers, Degreasers, Ammonia, most household cleaning products.

Soap & Water

- soap leaves a film and water leaves mineral deposits both of which cause dulling.

Murphy's Oil Soap & Pine Sol

- these two products can stain the stone and darken the color of the stone over time. They will also create a very slippery surface and can leave a filmy haze on the stone.

Bleach & Water

Bleach will bleach the stone which can never be corrected. Check all products for bleach content.

With proper care your natural stone will retain it's beauty!

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