Pastel Dining Sets

CARE FOR YOUR GRANITE TOPS

Found in many parts of the world, granite is an extremely durable stone that was formed over the course of millions of years as heat and pressure forced liquid materials through softened limestone. As the earth cooled, the mineral flows stopped and eventually hardened. The resulting crystalline properties of these minerals lent the newly created granite the distinctive colors, veining, and graining for which this stone is valued.

The surface of the granite on your top has been polished or sealed to create a uniform, generally non-porous surface. While going through the process, majority of the stone's natural characteristics - including veining, hairline cracks, and color variations - remain an intrinsic part of the material's natural beauty. Thus, ensuring that each piece of furniture is a unique item to be treasured and enjoyed for many years to come.

To maintain the beauty of your stone products, follow the guidelines below:

* Protect surfaces from scratching, staining and etching by -

� keeping them free of debris or sharp objects.

� wiping up spills immediately.

� avoiding contact with chemicals, particularly acid-based materials.

* Clean with pH neutral products or those especially formulated for use on stone. * It is not recommended that you use water-based solvent for dark granite because it will remove the polish from the surface. * After a period of use, apply a penetrating sealer to prevent contaminants from being absorbed into the stone. (Tile Lab is recommended.) * Remove stains with special absorbent poultices formulated for use on stone. * Renew the surface on polished granite (granite with a high gloss surface) by buffing with special stone polish powders or creams. Do not use granite polish on granite with a matte finish, which has been honed rather than polished. (Penetrating sealer may be used on both polished and honed granite.)