Shopping for Granite Countertops in Tampa? Granite has become so popular in both residential and commercial markets due to the facts that granite is so durable and it is virtually maintenance free. Your investment in granite countertops is a smart choice, considering it will last for generations to come.
Granite countertops are one of the hardest natural stones and withstand heat extremely well. It is perfectly fine to take a hot pan from the stove to the countertop without harm. You can safely use your granite countertops as a cutting board or place to roll out some dough.
At Gulf Tile and Creation our granite countertops are installed pre-sealed with a penetrating sealer, and come with a 15 year limited warranty. Once sealed, granite needs no other special care other than cleaning with warm soapy water. Never use harsh chemicals that are abrasive or contain ammonia when cleaning granite, such as “Soft Scrub” or even “Windex.” Anything harsh will dull the surface and make it more susceptible to absorbing stains. We recommend a quality cleaning product such as Stone & Tile Cleaner from AquaMix.
Your granite countertops should be re-sealed every 6 months to two years depending on how frequent they are used. A great way to keep on top of this is to watch for a fast absorption of the soap and water when you are cleaning. If the water appears to be absorbing faster than normal, it is time to re-seal. Gulf tile and Creations recommends the brand Sealer Choice Gold when sealing your granite.
If you have any questions regarding Granite Countertops in Tampa call the professionals at Gulf Tile and Creations at 866-766-0217. Since 1960 Gulf Tile has been West Central Florida’s leading authority on tile, stone and glass. Call or visit one of our five locations throughout West Central Florida.
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