How can I paint black granite countertops?
I have black granite countertops in kitchen. The show everything.What can be done?
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Pam: maybe this will help
https://www.countertopspecialty.com/cleaning-and-sealing-black-granite-countertops.html
Marble, granite, and stone do NOT like having acidic (ie: citrus-based) cleaners used on them. Citrus or vinegar will actually cause โetchingโ on granite countertops. Not a good thing. Granite countertops also donโt like it when you use something like Windex on them because it strips the โsealโ off of the stone.
If you are trying to remove an old stain, create a dense paste of more baking soda and less water. Then place the paste over the stain, allowing it to function for a few minutes. After that wipe off the baking soda paste. If it is needed you can repeat the procedure until the stain vanishes.
Apparently there are some very nice countertop/granite cleaners out there that do a great jobโฆbut $7.00 for a 12-ounce bottle? YOU can do better than that! :-)
After researching several homemade options out thereโฆI discovered they all had the same basic ingredientsโฆjust in varying amounts. Some had a LOT of alcohol in themโฆsome very little. I think the following โrecipeโ has a good balance of the ingredients, based on the information I read.
Homemade Granite Cleaner, 1/4 cup of rubbing alcohol (or cheap vodka), 3 drops of Dawn or other dish soap (Castile soap would also be a good alternative if you prefer), Water, 5-10 drops essential oil (optional โ to help mask the alcohol smell).
Put the rubbing alcohol or vodka into a 16 oz spray bottle. Add the dish soap, essential oil and fill up the rest of the bottle with water.
Now give it a few shakesโฆ.THEN give it a try! It should give your countertops a nice, clean shine. Works on appliances too! All at a FRACTION of the price of the store-bought stuff.
I would not even try to paint granite! At most it would be a temporary fix and one that you would have to correct later. You are correct--black would show EVERYTHING and it would drive me nuts too!
6 simple steps to seal granite and all other natural stone
A damaged protective seal leaves granite and other natural stone surfaces susceptible to costly repair and replacement, and the coming holiday is a perfect time to make sure your stone is protected.
Whether itโs a countertop, floor, shower wall or vanity. Sealing frequently will maintain maximum surface protection for resistance against staining, etching and soil build-up.
Iโm often asked how often natural stone should be sealed. Some in the industry will say once a year; others maybe twice annually. The reality is you can never over-seal your stone. Frequent sealing provides constant protection against oil-based stains such as salad dressing, cooking oil or vegetable oil. When they come into contact with unsealed natural stone, the oils can penetrate the pores and leave unsightly reminders. The same is true for water-based stains such as tea, wine or coffee.
So, to answer the question on how frequently you should be sealing granite countertops or other natural stone surfaces, our advice is to determine whether you need to reseal. Hereโs how you can do that:
Pour water (about 3 inches in diameter) on the surface in several locations and let it sit for 30 minutes. If you see a dark mark or ring, the water is penetrating the stone and itโs time to reseal.
If itโs time to reseal or youโre sealing for the first time, you can have a professional restoration specialist handle the job for you โ a pretty big price tag can come with that. Some do-it-yourself stone sealers require protective gear because of the toxicity.
In six simple steps, hereโs how to seal granite and all other natural stone for about 10 percent of the cost of having a pro come do it for you or having to dress like your local hazardous waste team:
1.Make sure you thoroughly clean the surface with a safe-on-stone granite cleanerโฆ..
2.Spray the granite sealer on the surface in a 3-foot sectionโฆ..
3.Immediately wipe into stone with a lint-free cloth. Do not allow sealer to dry on the surface โ it will cause hazingโฆ..
4.Buff dry with a lint-free clothโฆ..
5.For maximum protection, repeat the process 2-3 timesโฆ..
6.Wait 24 hours for sealer to cure before using a granite polish to add shine and lusterโฆ..
Once complete, youโll have the added confidence knowing the pain-free effort you put into protecting your stone.
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https://www.apinterestaddict.com/2018/07/26/faux-marble-counters/
Hi, Pam!
Painting granite countertops would not be a good idea... There may be spots where it does not adhere, and they would have to be redone later! William has offered several fantastic suggestions! I hope this helps!
hometalk has some ideas:
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=paint%20countertops%20granite
here is a good article https://www.apinterestaddict.com/2018/07/26/faux-marble-counters/
This product works well for Countertop Painting and Refinishing: https://amzn.to/2qb5EGQ
Hope this Helps! Jeremy - https://do-daddy.com