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Any recommendations on removing hard water mineral deposits from granite? My kitchen faucet leaked and left these deposits. Normally, I would use Lime Away but was afraid it would harm the granite. Thanks!

Do not use Lime Away, it's way too strong an acid. If you have a dark stone, you can probably use white vinegar (test it on a sample first if possible). Light stones should not be subjected even to vinegar, because they probably contain calcite, which the vinegar can permanently react with. To use the vinegar on your dark stone, soak the area and cover with paper towels. Then leave for the weekend. Seriously, time is a factor, so do this when you're planning on leaving for a trip. If this doesn't work, call the pros.