Water marks on black granite

Question

I just installed absolute black granite in the kitchen. It is beautiful.
I knew it would require upkeep- and I was sure that I could handle it (chronic polish and wiper already)
What I didn't expect was the outline of my coffee cup that seems to be 'under' the sealed surface- any ideas??

Janet Pizaro · Answer

Do you know what type of sealer that was used?

Marlene · Answer

Maybe Magic Eraser...ck the package or call the co before you use it. But I find it works wonders...everwhere...good luck

Anastasia · Answer

I have the same problem. I have tried peroxide and baking soda, and all the other variations, nothing seems to work. I have searched around for suggestions, but have found no solution. A suggestion was made to contact someone that works with granite to come out and see if they have a fix. I may have to break down and do that

Scottie Vosburgh · Answer

http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/household-hints-tips/cleaning-organizing/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-granite1.htm These are great tricks starting with the most gentle moving to the most abrasive. It's important that once you've gotten the stain out that you make sure it's sealed properly so it won't happen again (for a while).

Kathleen Rabon · Answer

I have used my grandmothers secret for water rings on wood tables. Toothpaste. Smear on a heavy coating and it takes out of wood and leave it for a few hours. Couldn't hurt to try on granite. Good luck.

Ramblin rose · Answer

I think I would definitely call a granite guy....protect your investment....:)

Pat · Answer

You will need to SEAL the granite! There are products you can buy at Home Depot or Lowes. It should be done once a year to avoid surface stains.

Sherrie · Answer

I agree with above it needs sealed. You need a prumice powder to remove the water marks. But instead of guessing use the marble institute of America cleaning guidelines. Here is their link. When we clean and have problems this is my go to place! http://www.marble-institute.com/consumers/stains/

Psellers · Answer

Course granite & marble are not the same thing but use the suggestions above.....there should NOT be water rings left on granite.....some of the other surface choices maybe (cause mine did at one time) but on granite NO. I would also talk to your installer or place of purchase....cause it might be under a warranty of some kind or some kind of customer satisfaction thing. 
 I don't even officially have to seal mine and I do not have any issues.

Wanda.ll · Answer

Try using a hairdryer to dry the spot out. That is the only think I can think of. Sounds like that part wasn't sealed correctly. Call who installed it too.

Marion Nesbitt · Answer

Call the installer. Something is amiss.

Deb K · Answer

Hu Sylvia, hope this helps you out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4dLCFKuFDY

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