The easiest way to treat spills is to use warm soapy water (mild detergent) and a damp cloth or quality spray and wipe type cleaner, immediately on the spill.
Use a cream cleanser for stubborn stains (eg CaesarStone cleanser available from CaesarStone).
Granite and marble can be quite porous, so take care to avoid staining (red wine, beetroot etc).
Avoid any product containing bleach, ammonia or lemon juice.
The easiest way to treat spills is to immediately wipe up the spill with warm soapy water (mild detergent) and a damp cloth.
For stubborn stains there are a range of granite & marble cleaners available from supermarket or try a mix of 50% methylated spirit & 50% water
Granite and marble can be quite porous, so take care to avoid staining (red wine, beetroot etc).
Avoid any product containing bleach, ammonia or lemon juice.
The easiest way to treat spills is to immediately wipe up the spill with warm soapy water (mild detergent) and a damp cloth.
For stubborn stains there are a range of granite & marble cleaners available from supermarket or try a mix of 50% methylated spirit & 50% water
Clean with a quality spray and wipe type cleaner or warm soapy water.
Microfibre cloths can be used without chemicals and are great for helping you achieve a streak free, smudge free finish.
Never use an abrasive cloth, scourer or cleanser
Do's and dont's
- Never use scourers and abrasives as they will damage the surface
- Never place hot objects, electrical appliances or pots straight from the oven or cooker onto your benchtop. Always use a trivet or similar
- Always use a cutting board
- Never slide harsh objects over surface
- Check the undersides of your plates etc to ensure they are fully glazed (and not rough)
- Do not use strongly acidic, alkaline cleaners or bleach for normal cleaning as these can etch the surface.
GENERAL CARE
Streaks
Streaky marks sometimes show on dark colours after cleaning. An all-purpose cleaner such as Windex spray cleaner or Ajax Spray n Wipe usually removes them. Microfibre cloths can be used without chemicals.
Grease
Streaky marks sometimes show on dark colours after cleaning. An all-purpose cleaner such as Windex spray cleaner or Ajax Spray n Wipe usually removes them. Microfibre cloths can be used without chemicals.
Spills
Laminex laminate surfaces resist staining from most household chemicals. With some accidental spills however, prompt action is essential. Wipe off beetroot, grape and berry juices, first aid preparations, concentrated bleach, oven cleaners, dishwasher detergents, artificial dyes, hair colouring and solvent based pen ink immediately. Specialty glues such as Super Glue must also be removed straight away with acetone (nail polish remover).
SPECIFIC CARE
Laminex Laminates
(This applies to Squareform Benchtops, Fire Retardant Laminates, Chemical Resistant Laminates, Aquapanel Wet Area Panelling, Vizage Wall Lining, Fusion Laminates and Compact Laminate)
A damp cloth will remove spills and greasy spots. Rub with a clean dry cloth to bring back brightness. Occasionally clean with mild dishwashing detergent. To remove heavy build-up of dirt use cleaners such as Windex or Ajax Spray n Wipe spray cleaners.
Laminex Diamond Gloss Laminates
Wipe off spills or marks promptly with gentle rubbing using a soft cloth and mild dishwashing detergent. Dry with a soft, dry cloth. For more persistent marks, use a glass window cleaner. Never use abrasive cleaners - even those in liquid form - as they will mark the high gloss surface.
Laminex Metallic Laminates (Innovations)
Wipe off spills or marks promptly with a soft cloth and mild dishwashing detergent. Dry with a soft, dry cloth. For more persistent marks, use a glass window cleaner. Never use abrasive cleaners - even those in liquid form - as they will mark the surface. Also never use solvents on metallic laminates or acids or alkalis.
Laminex Stainless Steel Laminates (Innovations)
Wipe off spills or marks promptly with a soft cloth and mild dishwashing detergent. Dry with a soft, dry cloth. For more persistent marks, use a glass window cleaner or methylated spirits.
Never use abrasive cleaners - even those in liquid form - as they will mark the surface. Specialty stainless steel cleaner can also be used if necessary.
