Sink: Check caulking around the sink’s outside edge. If it’s cracked, clean out the damaged area and put in new caulk, using masking tape for a clean outside line.
Counters: Granite counters need to be resealed as often as once a year to prevent water from penetrating the surface. Ask the installer to recommend a sealer you can apply. Soapstone or butcher-block counters should be sealed with food-friendly oils.
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