It’s amazing how one small chip can almost ruin the look of your otherwise perfect granite worktops. Fortunately, if you take the necessary preventive steps, you can keep your natural stone in top condition for many years. Sealing the surfaces As soon as your worktops are installed, it’s important to give them a good clean before applying a suitable sealant. Sealing protects from a wide variety of types of damage from chipping to stains. It is important to seal your worktops regularly in order to ensure that they are protected. The right setup Next, you will need to place mats and boards on various areas of your worktops. This way, whenever you need to move a hot pot or pan from the stove, you have a safe spot to place them without worrying about damaging your worktops. Similarly, keep chopping boards within reach and never cut directly on the worktops.