Daily care is the same for every stone we install: warm water, a drop of dish soap, and a soft cloth. That's it. The products to avoid are the harsh ones — bleach, ammonia, and anything gritty — which won't destroy the stone overnight but will dull sealers and quartz resin over the years.
Granite and marble are natural and porous, so their protection is the sealer. An easy test: sprinkle a little water on the counter. If it beads, you're sealed; if it darkens the stone within a few minutes, it's time to re-seal. Most kitchens need it every year or two, and it's a quick professional visit.
Marble deserves one extra honest warning: acids etch it. Lemon juice, wine, and vinegar can leave dull spots that aren't stains but tiny changes in the polish. Wipe spills promptly and use boards and coasters — or embrace the patina, which plenty of marble owners genuinely love.
If damage does happen — a chip at the sink edge, a seam that's opened, a dull patch — call a fabricator rather than reaching for a hardware-store kit. Color-matched resin and professional polishing can make most damage disappear, and a repair done right is invisible. We offer exactly that service across Southwest Florida.