Lift the faucet out of the Silestone countertop to remove it. Place a pry bar underneath the front of the countertop and tap it with a rubber mallet so that it slides between the countertop and cabinet. Using constant pressure, push the pry bar down until the Silestone pops from the cabinet.
Make sure you unscrew the big nut from underneath the countertop, then on top try and either spin the soap dispenser or wiggle it back and forth to break the silicone loose. It’s pretty unlikely you will break the stone countertop if you just use your hands to wiggle the soap dispenser free.
Stubborn Stains Stains that won’t go away with mild detergent, vinegar or baking soda should be addressed with acetone nail polish remover or paint thinner. Pour a small amount onto a clean cotton cloth and rub the stain until it is fully dissolved. Use a clean damp cloth to rinse the area.
Fill a bowl with water and dish detergent. Use this mixture to moisten the scrubber and scrub away any remaining oil from the inside of the fryer. Rinse completely with clean water. If oil remains, often as a sticky film, it can be removed with baking soda.
Too much heat can blister the wood finish but it softens the adhesive and causes no damage when used properly. Aim a blowdryer at the sticker. Aim at one corner for large stickers. Peel the sticker from the wood surface. Dampen a soft rag with rubbing alcohol. Wipe the wood dry with a clean rag.
For easier countertop removal: Spray the adhesive surrounding the edges of the countertop with a caulk softener. Let sit for one hour. Use a putty knife or box cutter to pull the adhesive from the backsplash or wall. Carefully pry your tool of choice under the countertop until it is loose enough to lift.
Do not douse the stain with the alcohol. Wetting the stain will open up the fibers to allow for the alcohol to penetrate the stain. Soak the fabric for 20 minutes with 1/4 cup of bleach or color-safe bleach mixed into one gallon of warm water. Wash the fabric according to label instructions.
How to Use Acetone to Remove Vinyl Floor Adhesive Scrape large globs of the adhesive from the surface using a flat razor scraper. Wear rubber gloves when working with acetone and place a face mask over your mouth and nose. Pour the acetone into a small plastic container. Dip an old toothbrush into the container
Break the grout around a tile in the middle of the wall with a stiff putty knife and a hammer. As soon as there is room for it, wedge the putty knife under the tile and tap it with the hammer. The tile should pop off. If it doesn’t, remove more grout and try tapping