Routine Care

There are two types of granite countertops: Honed and Polished. For daily cleaning, please use only warm water and wipe out the entire area with a soft cloth.

Preventing Damage

Never apply wax or acrylics to your natural stone. They may produce a temporary shine but could actually damage the stone.

Any chemical components should never be used, because they can destroy shine of your countertops.

Although granite is solid and non - porous, be sure to follow these guidelines to prevent any damage.

Tip of the month

Before you step on your stone stairs after you walk on the street wipe your shoes out to remove chemicals and salt which is used by the street maintenance crews.

ATTENTION

• Wipe up spills immediately to avoid stains.

• Avoid cutting directly on granite countertops.

• Avoid dragging pots and pans to prevent scratches.

• Do not use ammonia - based cleaners. Ammonia -     based cleaners tend to break the sealer on granite.

• Avoid using metal scouring pads, as they may           cause rust stains.

Please call to PATRA STONE WORKS
(604-278-5654) if you are not sure how to clean your countertops and which product to use.

Use sealer only recommended from our staff, please call for more information.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Clean up spills immediately to minimize damage to your stone.

Use place mats under, ceramics, silver and other objects that can scratch your stone's surface.

Never wait to clean up spills on stone.

Never use vinegar, bleach, ammonia or other general - purpose cleaners.

Never use alkaline cleaners not specifically formulated for stone.