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most dirt and residue from all types of nishes. A damp cloth followed by a dry towel will
remove watermarks.
Dicult stains can be removed from the matte nish with a green Scotch Brite® pad and a
mild abrasive cleaner. Disinfect the surface periodically with diluted household bleach (one
part water to one part bleach).
For cuts and scratches, sand the matte nish lightly with (220) ne grit sandpaper until the
cut or scratch is gone. Restore nish with a green Scotch Brite® pad and mild abrasive
cleaner.
Occasionally, clean the solid surface sink by lling one-quarter full with a 50/50 water/
bleach solution. Let soak for 15 minutes, and then wash sides and bottom of sink as solution
drains.
will absorb heat from the pan. Resin in the countertop can withstand
temperatures of 150°. Do not place a hot pan (from stove or oven) on a quartz
countertop as it will burn or cause permanent damage. Heat will damage the
countertops.
is highly scratch resistant and stain resistant but prolonged exposure to
sunlight can eventually damage a countertop.
To keep quartz countertops clean, wipe up spills immediately before they have a chance to
dry. Use mild dishwashing soap and a soft cloth. For dried spills a non-abrasive sponge (de-
signed for nonstick pans) works well along with a little elbow grease. Keep a plastic putty
knife handy for scraping o gum, nail polish, paint or other messes.
Remove cooking grease using a degreasing product that will loosen then remove the grease.
Follow cleanser manufacturer instructions. For stains like permanent markers moisten a
cloth with Goo Gone (or similar) and rub into the stain. Rinse with warm water. A general
deep cleaning is recommended at regular intervals using a nonabrasive surface cleaner on
the countertop. Let it sit for 10 minutes and wipe with a non-abrasive sponge.
If you need a gentle
cleanser to remove stains make sure it is specically designed for Quartz.
Do not use nail polish remover, turpentine, drain cleaner and dishwashing rinsing
agents. You may use diluted bleach or a mild bleach cleanser, but oven cleaners or
concentrated bleach should never be used. If they come in contact with the counter
top, rinse immediately with water.
Flooring
Vacuum your carpet regularly. It is important to remove loose soil and debris while it is on
the surface. Heavily traveled areas (i.e., walkways, areas in front of the furniture) may be
protected with small throw rugs to prolong the life of the carpet.
Prompt attention to spots and spills is essential. Remove as much of the spill as possible.
Absorb wet spills as quickly as possible by blotting repeatedly with white paper or cloth
towels.
Refer to the manufacturer’s guide for detailed cleaning information, or contact a cleaning
professional.
Periodically vacuum or sweep to remove dirt and gritty particles. Although most common
spills will not permanently stain the vinyl oors, they are usually easier to remove if wiped
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