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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Granite is not bullet-proof, nor is it maintenance-free.  Not sure where people are getting that idea?  As a porous material, it can harbor bacteria.  As a result, it should be sealed annually, although many people don't realize this and skimp on the upkeep.  It also can stain.  Even with sealing, the surface is only stain-resistant--not stain-proof.  You’ll still need to quickly clean up any spills like coffee or wine.  Materials like quartz and soapstone are non-porous and much better in this regard.

See here for some examples of what can happen:

[url]http://www.finishing.com/113/03.shtml[/url][/quote]

I've had granite for more than 15 years in two different homes.  Never sealed  after first time. Lenny of juice and coffee spills, no stains.[/quote]
+1 Never have had stains. I think newer granite is very well sealed before installing. I have certainly NEVER refinished mine, nor do I have a "hidden bacteria" problem. Laughable.[/quote]

Lol. You do understand the meaning of the word "hidden", right?  
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If it's sealed and not absorbing stains...that would tend to indicate that it is not that porous, kwim?  Also, most people don't set bloody meat directly on the counter top or cut raw chicken directly on the counter top (I don't care what kind of counter top you have).  People use cutting boards for raw meat or they at least set it on a plate.  Also, we wipe our counters down after cooking.  Again, if you set raw meat on your counter tops and don't wipe them down regularly you are going to have bacteria issues - I don't care what type of counter top you have.[/quote]

+1 EWWW You don't expect the counters to be clean when you put bloody meat on them, do you? That is disgusting.[/quote]

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