How do I care for my countertops?

 

Here’s some Professional advice

 

Granite:   Clean with mild cleanser, but don’t use ammonia or bleach. Should be sealed   annually either with a do it yourself sealer available at home improvement stores, or by a professional.

 

Marble:  Marble is very porous and will stain and etch. Must be sealed twice annually.

 

Solid Surfaces: These include Corian, Staron, Avonite, and Gibralter. Light stains and miner scratches can be buffed. Use mild cleaners. Be careful with chemicals, for example, nail polish remover in the bathroom.

 

Quartz: This includes Silestone, Zodiac and Cambria. Quartz surfaces are practically maintenance free; no sealing necessary.

 

Glass: All the Windex you want!

 

Wood: Clean with very mild vinegar and water solution; seal with organic tung oil varnish; reapply a satin wood finish annually.

 

Laminate: Maintenance free.

 

Metal: Use mild non-abrasive cleaners.