It is made of marble dust held together with a resin and it typically comes with a gel coat to give it a high shine.
Reseal marble countertop.
If so then apply the permanent marble granite sealer and you ll be good to go.
Instructions for sealing granite counter top the right way are by using recommended grani.
Pour 1 4 cup water onto a small area of the marble wait 5 10 minutes then wipe it off dry the area with a paper towel or soft cloth.
Test whether the granite needs sealing.
You should seal your granite or marble countertops once every year.
To test your surface leave a few drops of water or a wet paper towel on the granite for 10 to 15 minutes doing this in an inconspicuous area.
So first test all surfaces to determine if you need to apply a sealer or not.
This will remove any impurities from the surface of the marble that may interfere with the sealing process.
Cultured marble is a popular product for countertops and shower surrounds.
When doing this mist the cleaner and let it sit on the countertop for about 30 seconds before wiping the area clean with a cloth or sponge.
Remove an oil based stain with a soft liquid cleanser liquid detergent ammonia or mineral spirits.
Sealing a marble countertop can be done immediately since the underside is exposed and any moisture will still evaporate from the stone.
Remove water stains with dry steel wool.
Remove an organic stain with a mixture of 12 hydrogen peroxide and a few drops of ammonia.
You should seal granite when needed and not based on some arbitrary schedule.
Other than regular cleaning in addition to keeping acidic or abrasive substances away from your marble countertops the best habit is annual or bi annual sealing.
This gel coat helps to protect the cultured marble from staining or etching.
Most but not all granite countertops will need sealing upon installation and then resealed every 1 5 years depending on the color and porosity of the granite the quality of the sealer and proper sealant application.
Normal use hard water and even toothpaste can break down this gel coat requiring the cultured stone to be resealed with a new gel coat.
Then use a clean dry towel to dry the countertop.
Step 3 seal the countertop.
Sealing ultimately helps create a protective barrier over the marble while also ensuring the stone s pores are filled with sealer rather than whatever liquids happen to end up on the countertops.
Here s how to know for your granite.
