Sealer for Giallo Napoleon Granite

[SOWEGA]

Hello All,

I'm a newie DIY on this form and need some assistance. I have reviewed many posts here and am still not sure of the sealer to use on my year old granite countertop in the kitchen. So many to choose from, however I think I've narrowed it down to a solvent based for maximum stone penetration. Still unsure of brand to use. I did the H2O test and the surface doesn't show any absorbsion, however it's been a year since I had it installed. Marble Cleaning Products has an extensive line of stone maintenance pdcts and I just wanted to here y'all's opinion. I've been regularly using an aerosol cleaner by Rock Doctor but no polish. Will I need to strip the surface before resealing it?

Any feedback will surely be appreciated.

Dan

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[doitright]

Hi Dan, Welcome! :)

I'm not familiar with either of the products you mentioned.

Are your countertops showing any signs of staining?

Prior to sealing (if necessary), they may need a good alkaline wash & rinse. This can be followed by a wiping with acetone and a clean white rag or paper towel (no print).

I am more familiar with sealers & cleaners by Aqua Mix, Stone Tech, Miracle, and others.

[SOWEGA]

Thanks John for your reply. I don't have any staining execpt for some hazing around the sink fixtures from water accumulation. Will acetone remove this build up? I had found the MPC while surfing the net and they seemed to boast a reputable customer base. However, I have seen many positive posts on this forum for the Miracle 511. Not having any experience in this area I just want to make sure that I do the resealing corectly and don't loose any of the sheen/color defination in the stone.

Dan

[doitright]

Hi Dan :)

The careful use of a single edge razor blade will usually remove most of the buildup around the faucets. A damp white or blue pad will also help. Try to avoid using a green scotch brite as this can scratch or damage the stone.

The key with any sealer application is not to allow it to dry on the surface. Another tip is to make sure the sealer is an impregnating type, not topical.