Cleaning and Stain Removal - HELP! How do I remove a greasy/oily stain from GRANITE countertop?

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lcliff
02-11-07, 06:50 AM
My countertop is only a couple of weeks old, and has not been sealed or anything. I noticed an oily/ greasy stain one morning (from the night before). I cleaned it with granite countertop cleaner from home depot, but the stain was no longer on the surface, it had already been sort of absorbed. What can I do??? Help please!!

Docduck
02-11-07, 04:01 PM
what caused the spot in the first place...pot?

im not a stone pro, but from what you descibe if it wasnt sealed and it seems not to be on the surface than i would imagine, its beyond reach of cleaners

stone is pourous and thats why they always reccomend sealing it, i would contact the installers or retailers that you bought it from for help
mitch17
02-11-07, 07:17 PM
There is a product available at home centers for this - it's a poultice made primarily of ground limestone and solvent that is designed for just this situation. After it's out, seal the stuff - granite usually needs to be sealed twice a year.