ᐅ Grease stains on stone slabs need to be removed.

Created on: 22 Aug 2022 15:40
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ateliersiegel
In our bathroom, we have stone slabs that I really like because granite is such a primitive material. I did not expect that dark spots would appear and remain so easily.
I assume the stain is caused by oil or grease (from cosmetic products).
Does anyone know a product to remove this kind of stain?
(Like leaving a cloth with acetone on it for a few hours... or something similar?)

If there is no remedy for this (which I assume), that’s fine too.
After photographing it, I noticed the stain looks like a dolphin jumping out of the water.
That’s kind of nice 😉

Granit-Arbeitsplatte mit rundem Edelstahl-Abflussdeckel rechts; dunkler Fleck in der Mitte.
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TmMike_2
22 Aug 2022 20:03
Unfortunately, I have a similar issue with lawn edging made of granite. No oil, but dirt from the topsoil has penetrated.
As soon as I manage to clean it, I can give you some feedback.
Sealing natural stone is really essential; unfortunately, I wasn’t attentive enough outdoors.
I sealed my rubble stone and the window sills right away.
ateliersiegel22 Aug 2022 20:09
One of my "tricks" is to consider dirtiness as "charming" (at least as much as possible 😎 ).

Antiques have their charm because of such traces ...
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TmMike_2
22 Aug 2022 20:13
ateliersiegel schrieb:

One of my "tricks" is to consider dirtiness as "charming" (at least as much as possible :cool 🙂.

Antiques have their charm because of such marks...
That might work in older buildings with a certain worn look or 'vintage effect'.
ateliersiegel22 Aug 2022 20:50
I keep coming back to this topic. When does the "age of objects" become relevant?

Until when is "looking like new" desirable... and at what point is it acceptable for something to show its age?

For myself, I find that having a more positive and relaxed attitude toward attractive items allows for a more easygoing life...
ateliersiegel15 Mar 2023 15:10
so the dolphin has now developed a patina 😉
Gray granite countertop with round drain cover on the right; dark spot in the middle.

Close-up of a gray granite slab next to a beige tiled wall, corner of a white piece of furniture.
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k-man2021
15 Mar 2023 22:43
I assume you didn’t do anything but just waited?