top polishing granite

[steve m]

Hi all,
I am installing granite countertops for the first time, while smoothing the 3/8 radius at the sink cutout I scratched the top and so I ground the scratches out now I am restoring the shine to the top perimeter of the opening using wet polishing pads. is there a recomended level of finish recomended between pads as I have the surface scratch free but it is dull looking also would a polishing compound help?
Thanks Steve

[Mark D.]

You should use the pads until you have completely replaced the prvious pads scratch pattern but if you are asking this question it tells me you are new to polishing. Top polishing is best left to a pro who knows how to do it as there is a lot of skill required in making it come out correctly. You should not have to use a polishing compound. It can help gloss enrichment but there are other things that we should talk about. Feel free to call us at 800-289-6834.
Mark

[steve m]

Hi Mark;
thanks for the reply I figured out the problem with my polishing methods I was using too much water causing the pad to hydroplane after reducing the water to a trickle I was able to restore the finish to original condition. Regarding my polishing abilities working with stone is new to me, 30 years as a finish carpenter and experience in stainless steel fabrication as well as painting have taught me volumes about how to use sanding and grinding tools correctly so as to avoid overcutting into the surface.
Thanks
Steve