General Care of Your Stone Counter Tops

For everyday cleaning, use a clean cloth with a few drops of a mild dish detergent.  The dish detergent should not contain oil or lemon.  The oil can leave streaks and the lemon additive can etch the surface of the stone.  Rinse with a clean cloth and water.  Then dry.  It is very important to clean up spills quickly, especially wine and lemon juice.  Even though your stone is sealed, it is still a porous material.  It can stain and the surface can be etched. 

Once a week or when your tops look hazy, pour denatured alcohol on a cloth and wipe counters in a circular motion.  This will remove any oil and disinfect the counter tops.  You can purchase denatured alcohol at any hardware store in 1 gallon containers.  Rubbing alcohol also works but is a lot more expensive.

DOs and DON'Ts (as listed in the Marble Institute of America "Care & Cleaning of Natural Stone Surfaces")
Do clean surfaces with mild detergent and wet cloth.
Do thoroughly rinse and dry the surface after washing.
Do clean up spills immediately.

Don't use vinegar, lemon juice, or other cleaners containing acids on any stone product.  The surface will etch.
Don't use cleaners that contain acid such as bathroom cleaners, grout cleaners, or tub&tile cleaners.