10 Household Items You Can Use to Clean Your Granite Countertop
1. YOU CAN USE TO CLEAN YOUR
"Clean your granite countertops with a simple
mixture of warm water and gentle dish soap.
After you've wiped down the counters with this
combination, dry them with a soft towel."
S O A P & W A T E R
B A K I N G S O D A
"Combine baking soda and water until
you have a paste, then use a soft cloth
to scrub the paste over the stain."
"Dilute a few drops of lemon oil with
water and alcohol. Use it to clean and
shine your granite countertops."
L E M O N O I L *
"It comes in handy if you need to get rid of
lime deposits on your granite counters. Place
a vinegar-soaked paper towel on the lime
deposit for about 10 minutes. After you
remove it, use a single-bladed razor to scrape
the deposit off of the granite."
V I N E G A R *
"If you find any mold on your counters, hydrogen
peroxide is the best way to get rid of it. Combine the
hydrogen peroxide with water and use a soft-
bristled brush to scrub the mixture over the moldy
spots. Then use a dry cloth to wipe over the area."
H Y D R O G E N P E R O X I D E
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GRANITE COUNTERTOP
*Use with caution as acid can damage granite's surface.
2. YOU CAN USE TO CLEAN YOUR
"Mix Iron Out (or a similar product) with flour until
you have a thick paste. Spread this combination
over the rust stains and tape plastic wrap over it
for at least 24 hours. After removing the plastic
wrap, scrub away the paste with a soft-bristled
brush, and then wash over everything with water."
F L O U R
C O R N S T A R C H
"If you notice a grease splatter on
your counter, sprinkle corn starch
over the area and wipe it off with soap
and water after about 15 minutes."
"Spray a little onto a microfiber cloth and wipe a
thin layer over the whole counter. With a clean
cloth, wipe over the counter until it shines."
A R M O R A L L
"If you have granite around your sinks, you
probably have to deal with hard water
build-up on a regular basis. To remove
these stains, scrape the deposits with a
razor blade until they come off."
R A Z O R B L A D E
"Mix vodka with water and dish soap and
spray it on your counters to kill bacteria. This
combination will dry quickly and you won't
have to worry about any residue left behind."
V O D K A
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