HOW TO FIX ROUGH SPOTS ON A GRANITE COUNTERTOP

Category: Maintenance Experience Updated: 2023/11/17

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While cleaning recently, did you stop and think, “my granite countertop feels rough”? No worries, we know just how to fix it.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU NEED
Before you get going on smoothing your countertops, there are a few things you need to complete the process. The list includes:

Masking tape
A filler of choice (this may be Epoxy resin, viscous superglue, or another filler you prefer).
Ammonia-based cleaner
300+ grit paper
Razor or x-acto knife
Now you have the tools, it's time to go through the steps!

STEP 1: CLEAN THE ROUGH AND CHIPPED SPOTS

One of the main downsides to rough spots on granite countertops, beyond the appearance, is that they will accumulate bacteria. For this reason, it's important to start by cleaning the area with an ammonia-based cleaner and then ensure it's dry before moving onto the next step.

STEP 2: SURROUND THE DAMAGED AREA WITH MASKING TAPE
To ensure that the filler you're using doesn't affect the rest of the countertops, use masking tape to surround the rough, damaged area. This will contain the workspace to just the areas that need fixing.

STEP 3: APPLY FILLER
Now that the area is prepped and ready to go, it's time to pour filler into any holes, chips, cracks, and rough spots. Be sure not to overfill - we want a smooth, even surface!

STEP 4: LET DRY
Now that you've used filler, you'll need to let the surface dry for at least 24 hours. Once it is dry, you can remove the masking tape and any extra filler that may remain on the sides. To smooth away the remaining filler, use a razor or x-acto knife.

STEP 5: POLISH!

Wondering, “how do I polish a granite countertop?” It's pretty simple! To get your surface smooth and flawless, polish it off with grit paper. Once you're done, clean the surface.

The materials you choose for your smoothing process can vary based on the granite countertop you have. In many cases, as long as you are sure to clean it first, this method will seal and hold for a smoother finish.

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