The result is the original shiny surface.
Using denatured alcohol to clean granite countertops.
The disinfecting properties of alcohol coupled with the.
Denatured alcohol it turns out does wonders for cleaning granite and cutting through film buildup on your counters.
If you apply sealer to a stone that doesn t need it and won t absorb it some sealer will remain on the surface of the stone.
Pour denatured alcohol into the spray bottle filling it up about three quarters full.
To disinfect the surface make a solution of half water and half isopropyl alcohol in a spray bottle.
Dry the counter thoroughly with a clean microfiber cloth.
Wait 5 minutes then rinse the surface thoroughly.
Spray it onto the granite allow to sit for three to five minutes and then rinse with water and dry with a clean microfiber cloth.
Isopropyl rubbing alcohol cleans and shines your granite countertops in minutes.
Don t use vinegar windex or bleach on granite.
Spray the solution over the granite surface.
To clean granite countertops on a daily basis wipe them down with a warm soapy rag.
However if a disinfectant is desired reach for a bottle of 70 isopropyl alcohol.
Hot water and dish soap should be adequate for daily sanitizing.
You should only use specialized cleaners not windex or ammonia.
Careful because it evaporates quickly and will be gone before you know it.
Pour one half cup of rubbing alcohol one half teaspoon of dish soap and one and a half cups of warm water into the spray bottle.
Do not use ammonia vinegar or lemon cleaners which are all acidic and may eat away at the surface.
For a deeper clean use a special granite cleaner or make your own by combining dish detergent and rubbing alcohol.
You can also use a 50 50 solution of isopropyl alcohol and water.
Spray your granite countertops with the denatured alcohol and water mix and wipe down with a clean microfiber.
Frequent uses of these acidic substances will dull the granite and weaken the sealant.
As a fabricator and installer we always degreased countertops and gave them their final cleaning with denatured alcohol.
First wipe the counter surface with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
The result is the original shiny surface.
Avoid bleach or ammonia based cleaners.
I ve seen recommendations which combine rubbing alcohol a couple of drops of dishwashing detergent and water.