Solvent based concrete sealers are typically suspended in either xylene or acetone and when the concrete sealer is applied the xylene and acetone evaporate and all that is left in or on the concrete is the sealer.
Acetone granite sealer.
If you do clean your stone with acetone it s important to immediately reseal it after.
Acetone is a chemical that is too harsh for some surfaces.
In my experience acetone has never damaged a stone or quartz countertop and it will remove almost anything on the surface.
It s always best to use a stone safe granite cleaner.
Try acetone or methylene chloride found in paint strippers.
Acetone will strip sealer.
The basic steps for sealing black granite are.
It should not hurt the granite however depending on the type of sealer on the granite acetone may not be effective.
For a granite countertop apply an even coat by a paint pad brush or roller and allow the sealer to penetrate the surface for 15 to 30 minutes.
Prior to the application mask off any surfaces not intended for treatment.
Pour on or spray on the sealer and spread around a small section to form a thin glossy film.
If this is the case you could try using alcohol.
The sealer penetrates granite pores and can be effective for up to 3 5 year on interior surfaces.
Clean the surface with acetone or denatured alcohol.
Granite scratch removal and sealing are very specialized services and we highly recommend you contact a pro in your area if you feel like you re in over your head.
Allow sealer to absorb for 2 5 minutes.
However there are some situations when the careful application of acetone can help you remove stubborn stains.
Granite is capable of handling acetone s strength so acetone can be used to clean granite floors and countertops.
Flagstone slate granite and other porous.
Treat with acetone if you notice that the granite countertop near your stove or sink has begun to dull it may be grease oil soap scum or other thicker residue that is marring the surface.
It s what we use when asked to reseal an existing countertop when the sealer used is unknown.
In certain situations acetone can be used on granite.
Acetone is particularly useful when trying to remove stubborn stains from granite surfaces and using it is simple.