How do I clean an oil stain on a granite counter top?

I put a leaky bottle of olive oil on my granite counter in the kitchen, and it left a ring. It appears to be getting lighter as the days pass, but it's still visible... what can I do?

asked by Dobrinj (17)


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There are commercially available oil stain removers. You spread a thick layer on top of the stain and let it dry overnight... you scrape it away in the morning, and the stain is gone (at least it was in our case).

posted by Krabi (64)

One more vote for the commercial ones... I used the StoneTech Oil Stain Remover from DuPont, and it worked wonders.
posted by Malinovsky (33)

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There are lots of strange recipes of stain-removing concoctions - some work wonders, but only for certain types of stone. Each piece of granite is different, so I highly recommend that you do a test in an inconspicuous place. Some of these poultices can actually cause stains on some countertops!

posted by toothpick (51)

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Dry cornstarch has worked well for us... Just put plenty of the cornstarch over the stain, and let it sit for a full day... you can occasionally rub it in to encourage absorption of the oil or stain. You might have to repeat a few times.

posted by DulceDeLeche (205)

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The most natural way to cut the stain is a mix of baking soda and water. Rub down the stain with the mixture and rinse.

posted by cashian (261)

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Try rubbing dry baby powder with a dry and clean rag - this can sometimes help to absorb any oils or other liquids that have seeped into the granite.

posted by udaipur (196)

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I use Lysol 4 in 1 kitchen cleaner. It really will remove whatever type of oil stain you have. And you don't have to sweat to scrub it since it will come off easily after spraying with this solution.

posted by shantri (142)

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First with a knife scrape the oil stain and then clean it with a dry paper. Use any detergent and wash it well with a scruberand wipe dry

posted by Vanasatchy (799)

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