Can't get a mirror finish on black granite with this product. Any idea why?
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the reason for a non-mirror surface is you are not spending enough time with each pad. black is the most difficult to finish, when you think you have polished enough with a pad, go another 50% more and it should be a great help. look down your side, if there are any pits you must start over with at least 100, if not the 50 grit. just take more time is all that is wrong. and if not an eating surface use a good canuba car wax and it will really shine and seal for you, good luck.any questions more, please feel free to ask,mike
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Depending on the surface you started with will depend on what grit to start with. It requires a very through polishing with each grit. You should see the shine change with each grit. I polished an off white, it was very important to polish each step. Keep at it.
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the reason for a non-mirror surface is you are not spending enough time with each pad. black is the most difficult to finish, when you think you have polished enough with a pad, go another 50% more and it should be a great help. look down your side, if there are any pits you must start over with at least 100, if not the 50 grit. just take more time is all that is wrong. and if not an eating surface use a good canuba car wax and it will really shine and seal for you, good luck. any questions more, please feel free to ask, mike
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You need to get some more information/research on the different pads and their purpose by grit.1500 and 3000 is what gives mirror finish,but you have to start from lower numbered grit and increase in numbers. When you reach 800 the gra nite should be smooth and has some sheen,if not,you have not spent enough time in polishing,remember to use water
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I used a dual action polisher with a automotive black finishing pad. I had etched marble on a bathroom sink. Don't expect miracles with this product. After a lot of polishing the surface did improve but it was far from perfect. Good luck.
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Hi there, I don't know what honed black is. My granite is sort of black one and it works perfect. I also recommend on the wipes. Thye will work pretty much the same, you can use them quicker than the spray, very handy and even can be used on other plastic appliances (coffee maker etc.).
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It has overflow. Glaze on under? can't remember, but nothing sticks in memory about lack of quality finish. Set under granite with the reveal showing it presents total glaze. Curious? does any manufacturer glaze the underside? I've never seen that in memory.
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i have black granite counter tops and a cherry cutting board. so, even though cherry wood darkens with exposure to light, i wouldn't be able to see any stains even if there were any. the color of your marble would be an important consideration and also the fact that marble is susceptible to staining. probably the best source for your answer would be a website for a 'stone counter-top' institute or professional organization.
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I did not like it. I have polished granite and it put a glossy coating on it. I thought it would soak in. I must have had dust and even a hair that was missed when I cleaned bathroom granite and now they are under the seal coat. I want to know how to get it off.
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Good Evening Clark-Thanks for the question. Our Fogless Mirror works great on marble. The smooth surface actually is one of the best surfaces to install this mirror on. My wifes parents have a marble shower wall and they have been enjoying their mirror for months. Be sure to use all the silicone when installing. Don't hesitate to email us if you have anymore questionsHave a great nightSteve ParisiPresidentToiletTree Products
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I have used it on the underside of granite, but it shortly failed. Restuck it with hot melt. Been stuck now for a year.
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I have 2 of these sinks now and had one prior to a kitchen remodel ... Different configurations but all black granite. There is no need to seal the sink. I use the same cleaner I use on my granite countertops ... Method for Granite or 409 for Granite. They are fantastic, durable and stay lovely
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If the directions are not included with the product, there is a downloadable file at the company website. To ask the seller a question, click on the seller name, Granite Polishing Pads,(next to the item listing). I would advise you on the step-by-step process, but I've used up the densifier/sealer I purchased and I can't recall all the details. It worked well on one tabletop, but was not effective on a cheap piece of Chinese granite that appeared to have been sealed with polyurethane.
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My tile is lighter colored so I don't know about the black granite. I didn't mix the color quite right (I didn't do a good job) so you can see it a bit around the crack. It is not anymore slippery than the other areas of tile.
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On one of the youtube videos he talks about the polishing tapes which gives you the mirror type finishes. Apparently not so great on kitchen knives on which the micro serration is desired, however desired on hunting knives and makes them wear better. Haven't gotten one yet but it is on my list.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0OdxC7pV9Q&list;=PLA404D3C236E74F13&index;=8
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We just use dish soap. A light coat of vegetable oil with a paper towel gives it back its deep dark color. Try it! My wife says nothing else works, although I've thought about granite clean and shine.
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Well counter tops are generally highly polished and do bead water after being polished. Outside granite might have a coarse finish? If they are polished I would think they would be slippery when wet.
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If the directions are not included with the product, there is a downloadable file at the company website. To ask the seller a question, click on the seller name, Granite Polishing Pads,(next to the item listing). I would advise you on the step-by-step process, but I've used up the densifier/sealer I purchased and I can't recall all the details.It worked well on one tabletop, but was not effective on a cheap piece of Chinese granite that appeared to have been sealed with polyurethane.
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My stone was vertical - so I used a brush. Possibly a small sponge roller not dripping wet fo the underside application. Apply to small sections at a time then repeat coating to ensure complete coverage. Hope this helps
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I doubt it since there is no finish on the granite...eventually it might lose small parts of the surface.