Check out this video below to see how to do the granite water test.
Deep Clean First
Before you get started sealing your countertops you will want to give them a good deep clean first.
Anything that is on your counters will get sealed in if you don’t remove it. I recommend using a microfiber cloth and dawn soap to really clean your countertops.
Remove Any Stains
You will also want to make sure you remove any stains so you don’t lock them into the granite.
Hard water stains are usually pretty easy to remove.
If you have a food stain in your granite the easiest way to try to remove it is by using a poultice powder. You can pick up these from Amazon or some hardware stores carry them.
Resealing Granite
Now that you have your countertops clean and free from stains you can get started on sealing the granite.
Depending on what brand of granite sealer you use you may have different directions. I used this kind from Amazon so I am sharing the best application process using their sealer.
To start, you will want to work in small areas. I like to work with 2-3 feet of granite at a time.
Spray the granite sealer over about 3 feet of the granite. Then, use a microfiber cloth to lightly spread it over the area.
You don’t want to rub it in all the way, just spread the sealer across the 3 feet of countertop. Then, let it sit for around two minutes.
After two minutes take a second dry microfiber cloth and dry the countertop working in a circular motion.
Continue working your way around your countertop spreading the granite sealer until your whole counter is finished.
Give the sealer 1 hour to completely set before you start using your countertops again.
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Repeat If Necessary
If it has been a while since you sealed your countertops you may want to seal them for a second time.
To see if they need a second coat try the granite water test again. Follow the instructions again to give a second coat if necessary.
How Often Should You Seal Granite Countertops?
If you want to prevent staining and take care of your granite you should be regularly sealing your countertops.
How often is dependant on how much use your countertops get. Most places recommend resealing granite countertops every 2-3 months.
You can put a reminder on your phone to do a water check every few months. This will make sure your countertops stay well protected from stains.
Sealing granite countertops doesn’t need to take a lot of time or money. Skip the professionals and do it yourself with these easy tips.
