We get a lot of questions about how often you should seal your stone. There are a lot of different source and a lot of different ideas on the subject. The big misconception is that you need to reseal your tops every 6 months, but this is usually not the case. The product we use in our shop lasts for 5 to 15 years. It also depends on the material that is being used. Sealer on darker stones has a longer life span than lighter colored stones.
When in doubt, this is how to test if your tops need to be sealed:
- Sprinkled a couple of drops of water on your top. They should bead up on the surface.
- Let it sit for a 2-3 minutes. And wipe off.
- If a dark spot is left where the water was, you need to reseal your tops.
To reseal your tops, you can have them professionally resealed by the company who fabricated your counter tops. Or you can purchase sealer from your local hardware store and follow the directions. Hardware store products do not last as long as the professional grade used by fabricators.
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