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Letter 11303 Olive oil stain found on Granite Countertop
+++++ The Shout Fix worked! Be careful to apply with a QTip as discoloration to the surrounding granite can occur. Seth U
January 17, 2006 In a panic, I placed an overheated pot on my black granite. The pot was stainless steel and had oil stains on the bottom. The hot pot, which was only on the granite for a few seconds, left a white mark. I have tried everything suggested here. When I first remove the treatments, the mark is gone, but after a few hours it returns. Any suggestions anyone? Bebe S
Does anyone know how to remove embedded coffee stains on granite? Patti S
May 4, 2006 I tried acetone and Shout, they didn't work! help! Sally R
August 22, 2006 The flour, dishwashing liquid and water paste should work for most granite stains but for oil based stains replace the dishwashing liquid with 1-2 tablespoons of 12% hydrogen peroxide [link is to product info at Amazon] and let it sit covered in plastic wrap overnight. Ron P
October 7, 2006 PLEASE HELP!! I think I have the same probelm as one of the previos posts - but I am not sure "white"" stain or a fog on my granite counter and I don't know how to get it out. Since I am not sure what the stain is from I am n tsure how to treat it. Please help Linda H
December 5, 2006 For oil and other stains try placing a hot wet terry cloth towel on the stain with a iron on full steam right on top,then try the common poultice, the steam will help breakdown the residule and the poultice will draw out the stain. Dan C
December 17, 2006 I have a white stain or a fog on my Gialo Florito granite counter and I don't know how to get it out. Since I am not sure what the stain is from I am not sure how to treat it. Please help. Same problem as Boston Homeowner posted on Oct 7, 2006. Jose A
February 6, 2007 Granite oil stains sometimes never come out. Sealing will help prevent stains. For most granite stains apply 50% bleach to 50% water in a poultice powder. (Diatemacious Earth powder sold in hardware stores works great) mix together until it is a damp mud consistancy. Set on the stain, cover with plastic. 24 hrs later pull the plastic wipe clean and let dry for a day. Then seal is when dry. Mark O
March 14, 2007 Does anyone know how to remove a red wine stain from granite counter tops without damaging the finish of the granite? Colette S
July 17, 2007 Dear Readers, Cheryl G
July 18, 2007 Does anyone know how to get out stain from a granite countertop caused by someone spraying WD-40 up under the countertop to lubricate the kitchen sink faucet. This inadvertently soaked the granite from underneath and a dark stain spread to the top and lip of the countertop overhanging the sink. Any help will be greatly appreciated. This is a brand new, light color granite countertop. Steve L
March 1, 2008 I used Windex on the olive oil stain and it's getting lighter I keep working on it I only had my countertops for 2 weeks and I was willing to call them in to replace one side but they said impossible with the glue on the countertops they would have to tear up everything and that's to costly good luck with the windex Tawana
March 10, 2008 I had a red wine stain on my granite countertop that we had managed to overlook for two weeks. Using dishwashing liquid and brushing it out did nothing to the purple stain that was left behind. I mixed OxyClean and a little bit of water, brushed it with a toothbrush onto the countertop and left it to dry for several hours. After 2 applications, the OxyClean took the entire red wine stain out! Melissa F
I set a bottle of CLR on my white granite counter top for a minute and it now has a foggy stain. I haven't tried anything yet. Any suggestions? Barb Haselhorst
My coffee pot sat on the counter overnight and leaked coffee and has stained the counter top granite which is light. I tried the flour and dawn solultion and it did not work.. any other solutions Teri Aceves
We've been in our new renovated kitchen for six months now. we chose a kashmir granite, brushed. And we have two toddlers. The granite was sealed three times before delivery and once afterwards. Our table in the kitchen, connected to island is the same brushed granite. The entire end area where my son eats is a darker, dull color now, and same situation around the cooktop. I'm guessing it's a combination of use and oil stains. How do I remove these stains? And if that's successful, how do I prevent them in the future? Is there some spray cleaner or something to use after my son eats or after I cook? I'm meticulous and always wipe down the area but I know now that's not enough. By the way, the granite shop and dealer told me it was no more porous than if I bought it polished. I disagree. Thanks for any advice. jennifer hamilton
Hi: BEVERLY GILLARD
June 4, 2008 After the installation of my (light-coloured) granite I took a spare piece and left oil, vinegar, lemon juice and a very popular soft drink on it and let them soak in. After 24 hours I wiped the granite: nothing left a mark apart from the oil, which gradually faded. If you can do this you will be able to check how porous your granite is (they vary widely) and know the degree of care you should take. Any oily substance I religiously put on a coaster. However, if occasionally something does get spilled and I prefer not to wait a couple of weeks for the stain to gradually fade & disappear, then I soak the spot with water before applying a poultice of baking powder and water. This should be mixed to a thick paste and put on top of the stain, before being covered with cling-film sellotaped down at the sides. Leave for 48 hours, remove and wipe down and that should help with the removal/fading process nicely. I also actually cover the countertop at the side of the stove I'm using with a tea towel before cooking anything using oil, to avoid spits. It only takes a minute, but I can't afford to replace my granite if it gets screwed up. Helen Carter
July 12, 2008 We just had a new granite countertop installed and today my wife noticed that the seems, on either side of the back splash, are turning green. The granite has a stain guard on the surface that is upposedly guranteed for 15 years. Some of these seems have never even been wet and are not close to any heat. Has anyone encountered this before? I just was looking for some opinions before I call the company. James Gilchrist
Recently my boyfriend and I purchased a granite countertop for my bathroom. Apparently I spilled some Ivory hand soap on its surface and it remained there for two months when we were in Florida working. He has used CLR and I tried lots of water to possibly dilute the soap stain but those efforts haven't worked. Any one ever had this type of problem and possibly a solution? Thanks! Judy Grant
August 8, 2008 I put in new Paradiso granite tops, and within 24 hours had an olive oil stain. The tops had not been sealed as I proved that sealant prevents this. Using a small blowtorch (used for crème brulée) I gently played the flame over the stain and Voilà! - stain gone in seconds. Shelley Nelson
August 11, 2008 My french isn't good. Is 'crème brulée' french for 'safe cracking'? Thanks for the suggestion, Shelley, it was just the mental image of using a blowtorch on your brand new countertops :-)
August 24, 2008 I have a question. A candle melted on our granite outdoor table
top. There is a huge stain now and I have tried
poultices,acetone,shout,dawn soap. I'm now trying lacquer thinner but
to no avail. Is there anything that will work? Help!! Deborah Kassner
October 9, 2008 Just Like Rebecca H., we also just had an install performed by a local company. Attempting to see if she has had difficulty finding resolution through said company? John Cain
November 6, 2008 My olive oil stain was 4 days old. First I applied Shout and it didn't work. Then I rubbed dry baby powder with a dry dish cloth and it removed 90% of the stain. I will continue to apply the baby powder over the next couple days. Sharon K.
November 11, 2008 My husband dropped and broke a bottle of olive oil on our granite
counter while cooking. He wiped it up, and I went over it--over and
over. It appeared to be dry, but several days later, I wiped it again
with a paper towel and found that there was still oil in the seams
(between the countertop and the "rise" (granite backsplash)...I was
soaking it up and thought I'd gotten most of it. Several weeks later,
I have noticed a huge stain from the rise out about 3 inches...and a
little bit going up the rise. I've tried the acetone and paper
towels, the baking powder and windex...several times...are there any
other suggestions or is it too late? Cathy Spina
November 18, 2008 I used the flour and peroxide poultice method to remove a grease stain from my brand new granite countertop. I let it sit over night.. and.. Oh my gosh! There is a newer, bigger stain now from that poultice mixture! What do I do now? Help? Susan Grattino
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