Care & Maintenance of your Quartz Stone Material
Maintenance free, Quartz hard, non-porous surfaces are simple to clean and require no sealing to renew their lustre. In most cases, soap and water or a mild detergent is enough to keep your Quartz surfaces looking like new. If necessary, you can use a non-abrasive soft soap along with a non-scratch or delicate scrub pad. Afterwards, thoroughly rinse with clean water to remove residue. Please note that Quartz finishes other than Polished may require increased daily maintenance due to their distinctive appearance.
Protection from hot temperatures
Quartz is more heat resistant, durable, and hard-wearing than other stone surfaces, including most granites, marble, and limestone. But it does need protection from very high temperatures (above 150°C or 300°F) or sudden extreme temperature changes.
Therefore, we suggest that hot pots and pans never be directly placed on the surface. We also recommend a hot pad or trivet be placed under cooking units such as electric frying pans, crock pots or toaster ovens.
Stubborn Stains and Spills
Life’s inevitable spills and stains can usually be cleaned up effortlessly with mild detergent or cleaner and water. To remove stuck on materials, gently scrape away the excess with a plastic putty knife or non-scratch pad and then wipe with warm water. Nail varnish or chewing gum stains can be removed with denatured alcohol, rinsing thoroughly afterward.
For extra-stubborn stains, a non-scratch Scotch-BriteTM pad is recommended along with a non-abrasive cleaner, which won’t dull the surface shine.
It’s tough, but not indestructible.
Like any other surface, Quartz can be permanently damaged if exposed to strong chemicals and solvents that affect its physical properties.
Avoid the use of strong chemicals and solvents or highly abrasive cleaning agents such as oven/grill cleaners and dishwasher polishing agents that have high alkaline/pH levels (pH levels higher than 11). Products containing oils or powders may leave a residue and should be rinsed off thoroughly. Never clean your Quartz surface with products that contain Trichlorethane or Methylene Chloride, such as paint removers or strippers.
Should your surface accidentally be exposed to any of these damaging products, rinse immediately with warm water to neutralize the effect.