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Manufacture Recommened Countertop Maintenance

The following are basic guidelines for Quartz Care & Maintenance. For more Manufacture specific Care & Maintenance, we have included the links to the manufactures pages.

🧼 Daily Cleaning

All four manufacturers recommend:

Mild soap or detergent + warm water
Use of a soft cloth or sponge (paper towel acceptable)
Avoiding harsh or abrasive cleaners (like bleach, oven cleaners, or powders)

Example brands recommended: Soft Scrub (non-abrasive), Windex®, Green Works®, Method Daily Cleaner

💧 Spill Management

Spills should be wiped up immediately to prevent potential staining.
For stubborn or dried spills: use non-abrasive scrub pads (e.g., white Scotch-Brite) with a neutral pH cleaner.

🖋️ Stain & Marker Removal

Permanent markers and inks should be avoided.
If stained, use a mild cleaner or Goo Gone, followed by rinsing with water.

🔥 Heat Protection

Quartz is heat-resistant but not heat-proof.
All advise using trivets or hot pads for hot pots, pans, or appliances like crock pots or electric skillets.

🔪 Scratch Prevention

Quartz is scratch-resistant, not scratch-proof.
Cutting boards are a must — never cut directly on the surface.
Avoid dragging metal utensils or heavy objects across the surface.

🧪 Chemical Caution

All manufacturers caution against:

Strong chemicals (For example: paint strippers, bleach, drain cleaner, CLR, ZEP)
Acetone, methylene chloride, trichloroethane
If accidentally used, rinse immediately with clean water

✨ Special Finishes

Honed, matte, leathered, or satin finishes show fingerprints and wear more easily.
Require more frequent cleaning
Still cleaned with the same non-abrasive methods

🧽 Dried Residue Removal

Use a plastic putty knife or scraper to remove dried materials like gum, food, or paint.
Metal scrapers should be avoided to prevent gray marks.

🧴 No Sealing Required

All specify that quartz is non-porous and does not require sealing. Unless specified by the manufacture.

🔒 Warranty and Use Guidelines

Most mention that damage from misuse (e.g., heat, chemicals, not using cutting boards) is not covered under warranty.
Professional installation is usually required for warranty coverage.