How to care for your quartz countertop

Video: How To Clean and Maintain Quartz Countertops

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Method 2 of 3: Stubborn stains
Method 3 of 3: How to prevent damage
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1 Wipe down the countertop with a tissue and a mild detergent solution. Try to wash the surface daily with soapy water. Honed (matte) countertops may require more frequent maintenance and cleaning.

On surfaces with this type of treatment, traces of use, such as fingerprints, are more noticeable.

2 Remove dried dirt. Use a mild plastic scraper such as a putty knife. Remove dried stains or deposits such as tar, grease, nail polish or paint gently and carefully.

It is recommended to store a plastic spatula in one of the kitchen drawers to quickly remove dried stains if necessary.

3 Remove grease stains with a degreaser. Treat the countertop with a degreaser and disinfectant that does not contain chlorine bleach. You can also use chlorine-free disinfectant wet wipes. Clean the surface immediately with a sponge or damp cloth.

Choose cleaners made specifically for quartz countertops.
If you are unsure of the safety of a product, contact your countertop manufacturer's support by phone or online.

Method 2 of 3: Stubborn stains

1 Treat old stains with adhesive remover. Apply a similar product to a tissue. Alternatively, you can pour a small amount of the product directly onto the stain and leave it on for five to ten minutes if the contamination does not lend itself. Then rinse the countertop thoroughly with warm water.
- This method works for sticky spots like caramel and scotch or sticker marks.
2 Use denatured or isopropyl rubbing alcohol. Dampen a rag with this rubbing alcohol. Treat the stain with a damp cloth. Then rinse the countertop thoroughly with warm water.
- This method is suitable for stubborn stains that cannot be removed with soap and water (such as ink, dye or marker marks).
3 Use glass cleaner periodically for stubborn stains. Make sure the product is suitable for your brand of countertop. Apply glass cleaner to the surface and let it sit for a few minutes, then wash off with a damp cloth.
- Not all brands of quartz countertops can be treated with glass cleaner.
- If you wash off the ammonia agent badly, then over time, the pigmented quartz may fade.
SPECIALIST'S ADVICE
Dario Ragnolo

Cleaning Professional Dario Ragnolo is the owner and founder of Tidy Town Cleaning, a cleaning service based in Los Angeles, California. His company specializes in the cleaning of residential and office premises. He is a second generation cleaning specialist: he grew up having before his eyes the example of parents who were engaged in the cleaning business in Italy.
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For quartz surfaces, you can use a window cleaner, but only one that does not contain vinegar. However, lukewarm water, mild soap and a microfiber cloth can also be used to achieve great results without risking the shine of the quartz.

Method 3 of 3: How to prevent damage

1 Remove stains immediately. For a short period of time, quartz is resistant to some types of stains, but dirt should be removed immediately so that the stains do not dry out on the surface.Use water and a mild detergent.
- It is almost impossible to remove dried wine, coffee and tea stains from quartz countertops.
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Filip boksa

Cleaning professional Philip Boxa is the CEO and founder of King of Maids, a US cleaning service that helps clients with cleaning and organizing.
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Our specialist agrees: “Quartz countertops are designed to be stain free, but they are not immune to indelible marks. Keep permanent markers and oil-soluble dyes away from these countertops. "
2 Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. Use racks for baking trays and hot plates, slow cookers and electric pans. Coasters should also be used for glasses of cold drinks, especially for spirits and citrus juices.
- Quartz is able to withstand temperatures up to 150 ° C, but surface damage can be caused by a sudden change in temperature, also called thermal shock.
3 Do not cut food directly on the quartz surface. Use cutting boards when you need to chop or chop food. Quartz countertops are highly scratch resistant, but not completely protected from scratches, so they can be damaged by a sharp object.
- Also, a cutting board will protect a well-sharpened knife from dullness.
4 Do not use aggressive detergents. Do not use strong acid or alkaline products on countertops. If exposed to such a product, the countertop should be immediately treated with a mild detergent and rinsed with water.
- For example, do not use nail polish remover, turpentine, bleach, oven cleaner, drain cleaner, dishwasher cleaner, trichloroethane, or dichloromethane.
5 Avoid knocks and strong impact. Do not drop heavy objects onto the countertop. Be careful when transporting. Excessive external influences can cause the surface to crumble and crack.
- Violations of the operating rules will result in loss of warranty.

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Many quartz countertops come with a manufacturer's warranty of 10 years or more. The warranty is canceled if the operating rules are violated, for example, if you used aggressive cleaning agents.
In some cases, melamine sponges can remove stubborn stains like newspaper ink.