Precautions
o Never use cleansers that contain bleach or an abrasive formula.
o Do not allow caustic chemicals to come in contact with the surface.
o Always protect he surface by using a trivet or a hot pad before placing heated objects or items with a bottom heating element (crock-pot, electric skillet, etc.) on the surface.
o Always use a cutting board!
Routine Care
Routinely remove dust and spills. Simply wipe the countertop with warm water and a pH-neutral or non-abrasive cleanser (most dish soaps), and rinse the top with clean water. For best results, clean liquid spills and dried foods as soon as possible.
When dried spills or food residue is adhered to the surface, use a white (not green) 3M Scotch-Brite scrubbing pad with a non-abrasive cleanser. For non-abrasive cleansers, something along the lines of a Formula 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner, or a comparable cleaning product. To effectively clean the top, always follow product manufacturers instructions. You may also refer to the web-site of the quartz product for further items and to avoid voiding the warranty.
Heat Damage
Quartz surfaces are structurally more resistant to heat damage than other surfaces, however, excessive heat and thermal-shock may still damage your countertop. Always use a hot pad or a trivet when placing a hot cooking pan or other items on the surface. Always use a heat pad or trivet under crock-pots, electric skillets, or other heat generating appliances. Heat damage may void your warranty.
Chemicals
Avoid contact with paint, drain cleaners, acetone, oven cleaners and other caustic chemicals. Such chemicals may damage the top permanently. Keep nail polish remover, bleach, markers, inks and oil based soaps away from the top.
