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Questions a Consumer Should Ask Before Purchasing a Granite Countertop
General Questions
What care and maintenance are required?
How do I remove scratches from my granite countertop?
If my countertop cracks, can it be repaired?
What does it cost to resurface a granite countertop?
Is my granite countertop FDA and NSF approved as a food preparation surface? Does it meet ASTM G21 and G22 standards for fungal and bacterial resistance? Can I get that in writing?
Porosity
Since my countertop is porous, will beverages and fluids from foods penetrate my granite countertop?
How do I make sure bacteria doesn't grow on or in any cracks and fissures in my granite countertop?
Stains
Do I need to worry about staining with my granite countertop?
What foods or beverages cause staining?
How do I remove stains?
Sealers
Does installation include sealing the countertop?
If your company sealed my granite countertop and it has a staining problem, is this warranted work? Can I have that in writing?
How often should I have my countertop resealed?
Does your company offer a resealing service?
What does it cost to reseal a granite countertop?
What type of sealer do you use or recommend?
Is this sealer FDA or NSF approved for food contact?
Do you have a Material Safety Data Sheet for your sealer. Can I have a copy of it?
Does the sealer protect my countertops from all stains or just certain types of stains?
