How to Clean Granite?

How to Clean Granite Countertops
  1. Don't use harsh chemicals, acidic cleaners, or abrasive scrubbing tools: Stick with warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft microfiber cloth. ...
  2. Wipe up spills as soon as possible: Granite isn't as porous as marble, so it's less susceptible to soaking up oils and stains.

Can you use Clorox wipes on granite?

You should avoid using acid-based cleaners -- lemon, orange, vinegar or bleach-based -- on granite. ... That means those Clorox disinfecting wipes (which contain citric acid) that make cleanup so easy are actually quite bad for your granite's seal.

What is the best homemade cleaner for granite?

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. The disinfecting properties of alcohol, coupled with the de-greasing powers of dish soap, will deliver a one-two punch to banish bacteria and grime from the granite surface.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.