tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post1756303217141577909..comments2024-01-14T01:02:51.354-07:00Comments on 320 * Sycamore: homemade granite cleanerMelissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11998834833645862095noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-62573820380628227062014-01-16T23:06:14.205-07:002014-01-16T23:06:14.205-07:00I was going to try to make my own granite cleaner ...I was going to try to make my own granite cleaner and was wondering if vanilla or peppermint extract would be safe to add to the cleaner for a scent. I'm looking for an inexpensive but good smelling oil that will be safe on granite.Suzel526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-5264516537632819822014-01-16T23:05:34.358-07:002014-01-16T23:05:34.358-07:00This is a great way to make an inexpensive homemad...This is a great way to make an inexpensive homemade granite cleaner. I just wish it didn't build up or leave streaks on my black granite countertops. I really liked the Method brand cleaner too. In fact I still have some. A few weeks ago I tried the Supreme Surface granite cleaner and conditioner. It works great on my black granite and doesn't build up or leave streaks. It leaves a really smooth feel... You might want to try it... They are giving away free samples (delivered to your door for free). I just clicked on the free sample link and had it within a week. www.supremesurfacecleaner.com. I hope your readers like it too! You have great ideas!!Tom Munrohttp://supremesurface.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-91459721526201264882014-01-16T22:50:00.746-07:002014-01-16T22:50:00.746-07:00Great tip, thank you!Great tip, thank you!melissa*320 sycamorenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-2439062977614272722014-01-08T18:05:24.782-07:002014-01-08T18:05:24.782-07:00You can buy the oils at Bath & Body Works, or ...You can buy the oils at Bath & Body Works, or the Body Shop, or even Walmart. Health food stores carry essential oils as well. Good luck! :)melissa*320 sycamorenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-23263161454018428242014-01-08T18:01:59.860-07:002014-01-08T18:01:59.860-07:00I would like to try this but where do you purchase...I would like to try this but where do you purchase the oil for fragrance?<br />Sonshine7791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-36839452147181169292014-01-08T17:42:43.648-07:002014-01-08T17:42:43.648-07:00I meant to say in the cleaner..I meant to say in the cleaner..Beckyb516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-49602642422890331462014-01-08T17:42:42.319-07:002014-01-08T17:42:42.319-07:00Just be careful with the Dawn dishsoap. Anything t...Just be careful with the Dawn dishsoap. Anything that has ammonia (like windex) or acid in the countertop will make it look shiny for a while but it actually eats away at the sealer that is on the countertop. Once that is gone it will etch the stone leaving big dull areas that really can't be fixed. Our granite supplier recommended Ivory dishsoap because it has a neutral pH level.Beckyb516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-85365751316995811512014-01-08T14:55:45.157-07:002014-01-08T14:55:45.157-07:00I'm stuck on what color to paint my arts &...I'm stuck on what color to paint my arts & crafts home kitchen!! I'm painting trim & cabinets white, beadboard around bottom of walls & on cabinets fronts, black appliance, wood laminate warm oak, & faux painted granite countertops..want some sort of refreshing green &/or maybe a grayish blue color...any suggestions would be appreciated...Vi Zimmermannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-80129715608919376152014-01-07T22:54:42.629-07:002014-01-07T22:54:42.629-07:00I tried it today and LOVE it!!! :) Thank you, than...I tried it today and LOVE it!!! :) Thank you, thank you!! I have had Silestone counters for 4 years, and have hated them for most of it. No cleaner seemed to do the trick until now! Sp82877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-80533372639763635172010-09-20T08:08:34.148-06:002010-09-20T08:08:34.148-06:00Can you tell me what size bottle?? I would guess 3...Can you tell me what size bottle?? I would guess 32 oz. but dont want to assume with this. Thank youAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-89605064503176458872009-03-16T21:01:00.000-06:002009-03-16T21:01:00.000-06:00Such a great idea-I'm going to try it on my solid ...Such a great idea-I'm going to try it on my solid surface counter!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-33889966963361257742009-03-13T14:03:00.000-06:002009-03-13T14:03:00.000-06:00Way to go! It's so fun when you can "outsmart" th...Way to go! It's so fun when you can "outsmart" the product makers and find ways to do it yourself. :)BlueCastlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05422630196094368374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-75307659375529506612009-03-12T10:25:00.000-06:002009-03-12T10:25:00.000-06:00Thanks for the tip, I will have to try it. ~Cindy~...Thanks for the tip, I will have to try it. ~Cindy~cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00327333461523349234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-88160191256662848722009-03-12T08:28:00.000-06:002009-03-12T08:28:00.000-06:00Wow...gonna have to make me some of this! Thanks!...Wow...gonna have to make me some of this! Thanks!Natalie Meesterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01767628941671076485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-46063493488405074282009-03-11T22:20:00.000-06:002009-03-11T22:20:00.000-06:00I love method cleaner! Heyyy I got that sign last...I love method cleaner! Heyyy I got that sign last week at TJ Maxx....just loved it one of my fave movies. cherrycherryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16034449752355483382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-12395674058281347172009-03-11T20:42:00.000-06:002009-03-11T20:42:00.000-06:00How clever are you? I am gonna mix me some of thi...How clever are you? I am gonna mix me some of this up ASAP. I think we have very similar granite counter tops. Thanks for sharing. I always love your tips.Mandi Shandihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06199323249251582638noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-7758633934950572182009-03-11T20:39:00.000-06:002009-03-11T20:39:00.000-06:00Well, if only using this would transform deteriora...Well, if only using this would transform deteriorating apartment formica into something nice... you could make millions :) I will certainly save this idea for that day in my future when we have a place of our own!Melanie@Crafty Cupboardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04460395774928798150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-56807693078908341702009-03-11T19:25:00.000-06:002009-03-11T19:25:00.000-06:00Thanks, I'll give this a try. I'm using Windex wh...Thanks, I'll give this a try. I'm using Windex which can't be good for my granite.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-63865736848556845592009-03-11T19:14:00.000-06:002009-03-11T19:14:00.000-06:00you have the best ideas! I love reading your blog....you have the best ideas! I love reading your blog.Kim and Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475766653708573997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-41120804265610713402009-03-11T14:45:00.000-06:002009-03-11T14:45:00.000-06:00When you say you use it on your appliances...does ...When you say you use it on your appliances...does that include stainless steel ones? or a flattop stove? i just got new stove and dishwasher, and was wondering if this mixture would be okay to use on them instead of buying pricey stove top cleaner. do you know? thanks for the info...!! (ps love this blog!!!)Hanberg'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18035999347290555855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-90251193768665699302009-03-11T14:34:00.000-06:002009-03-11T14:34:00.000-06:00Thanks for the "recipe"! I look forward to trying...Thanks for the "recipe"! I look forward to trying it out.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-28124547131007549632009-03-11T14:30:00.000-06:002009-03-11T14:30:00.000-06:00I had granite in my former home and never once use...I had granite in my former home and never once used a granite cleaner - just soap and water. I didn't know you were supposed to use anything special. I loved the granite. <BR/><BR/>I see someone said that they were going for Formica because of cost -- goodness, you can get butcher block (I got mine from IKEA) - It is SO easy to keep up. I love butcherblock.<BR/><BR/>That's a great tip, to make your own cleaner - I wouldn't pay $4 a bottle, that's for sure.<BR/><BR/>My WFMW post this week is about keeping drinks cold. <BR/>Have a great week!<BR/>Kristin (<A HREF="http://www.ttelroc.blogspot.com/" REL="nofollow">The Goat</A>)Kristin - The Goathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08856336718919208752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-38384779817624932732009-03-11T13:18:00.000-06:002009-03-11T13:18:00.000-06:00I almost got the same counter top but decided to g...I almost got the same counter top but decided to go with another type. My mom has this but it also seems to show fingerprints up a lot more. I will have to tell her about this stuff. thanks for the info...every penny helps now a days.Georgia Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07480396465605399129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-39961935686016274242009-03-11T12:18:00.000-06:002009-03-11T12:18:00.000-06:00We have granite too. Our house "came" with it (it ...We have granite too. Our house "came" with it (it was a builders incentive but I'm sure they just added it to the price). Anyhoo, I'm so glad you shared the recipe for the homemade cleaner!Our Paper Plateshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880507243787154197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4094626877865766804.post-82618611395292592592009-03-11T10:50:00.000-06:002009-03-11T10:50:00.000-06:00I'm so excited to know about this. I hate my gran...I'm so excited to know about this. I hate my granite countertops, maybe this will help. Thanks for sharing!Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04808000825496796497noreply@blogger.com