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COUNTERTOPS
The following tips are of a general nature
for all types of countertops.
Check the caulking around the edge of
your countertop, backsplash, and sink
for separation or disappearance of caulk
and re-caulk as necessary. This will
prevent moisture from affect¬ing the
underlayment or supporting wood
structure from swelling.
The following tips are of a general nature
for all types of countertops.
Check the caulking around the edge of
your countertop, backsplash, and sink
for separation or disappearance of caulk
and re-caulk as necessary. This will
prevent moisture from affect¬ing the
underlayment or supporting wood
structure from swelling.
Always protect your countertops when preparing food by using
cutting boards, hot pads or trivets.
Use only a damp cloth or a very mild cleanser or liquid dish
detergent to clean your countertops.
Abrasive cleaners, cleaning pads, steel wool, and acid-based
cleaners can damage or dullyour countertops.
Regardless of the material used in your countertop, do not use it
as an ironing board or place a lit cigarette on it, as damage will
result.
Allow your dishwasher to cool down before opening, as the steam
can cause damage to the countertop or the wood supports.
Laminate countertops are generally made from a thin layer of
plastic laminate material applied over a composite surface.
Laminate material is heat and scratch resistant, but is not heat or
scratch proof.
Keep moisture from reaching the wood underneath the laminate to
prevent warping.
Fluctuations in temperature and humidity will cause some cracks
to open between the countertops and the wall. These cracks are
normal and should be recaulked.
Limit heat and moisture exposure to your laminated countertops.
When exposed to these elements, the glue used to attach the
laminate may liquify, causing material to separate.
Prolonged exposure to the sun may cause fading of laminate
countertops.
As rubber drain mats can trap moisture beneath them, causing the
laminated plastic to warp and blister. Lift the mat and dry the
surface as needed.
Keep a watchful eye on caulking around the edge of your
countertop and between counter-tops and the sink, checking it
regularly. If there is a gap, recaulk right away to prevent moisture
from seeping into the gap.
Protect your countertops by always using a cutting board during
food preparation.
To avoid damage to the laminate surface, always set hot pans on
trivets or hot pads.
Cultured marble countertops are made of crushed marble and
high strength polyester resins that are molded and polished to
form a strong durable finish. They are not heat, scratch or stain
proof.
Only warm water should be used in a cultured marble sink.
Running only hot water may cause cracking around the drain.
Do not place cigarettes or other hot objects on countertops.
Heat, hot objects or cigarettes can cause permanent damage to
cultured marble.
Clean marble with a mild liquid cleanser on a soft sponge or cloth
Do not use abrasive cleanser as it will cause scratching and
dulling. Polish with manufacturer-approved polish.
There are many types of solid surface countertops available.
With proper care, a solid surface countertop can remain as
beautiful as the day it was installed. Although solid surface
countertops withstand heat better than most surfaces, caution
must be used to protect it.
Do not set hot pans directly on your countertops.
Some electrical appliances such as frying pans and crock pots can
cause damage to the surface and should be placed on cutting
boards.
Always use a hot pad or trivet with rubber feet to protect your
countertop.
Although solid surfacing is impact resistant, avoid striking or
cutting on the surface with heavy or pointed objects.
Avoid exposure to strong chemicals such as paint removers, metal
cleaners, oven cleaners, acetone (nail polish remover) and acid
drain cleaners. If any of these come in contact with your countertop
surface, immediately flush the surface with soapy water.
Do not use a countertop as an ironing board or ashtray.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to repair minor cuts and
scratches to your solid surface countertop.
Marble can be permanently stained.
Marble should be sealed with a natural stone penetrating sealer on
an annual basis.
Acidic products such as vinegar can etch the surface. Consult with
your local marble or granite distributor for the best sealer and tips
to maintain.
cutting boards, hot pads or trivets.
Use only a damp cloth or a very mild cleanser or liquid dish
detergent to clean your countertops.
Abrasive cleaners, cleaning pads, steel wool, and acid-based
cleaners can damage or dullyour countertops.
Regardless of the material used in your countertop, do not use it
as an ironing board or place a lit cigarette on it, as damage will
result.
Allow your dishwasher to cool down before opening, as the steam
can cause damage to the countertop or the wood supports.
Laminate countertops are generally made from a thin layer of
plastic laminate material applied over a composite surface.
Laminate material is heat and scratch resistant, but is not heat or
scratch proof.
Keep moisture from reaching the wood underneath the laminate to
prevent warping.
Fluctuations in temperature and humidity will cause some cracks
to open between the countertops and the wall. These cracks are
normal and should be recaulked.
Limit heat and moisture exposure to your laminated countertops.
When exposed to these elements, the glue used to attach the
laminate may liquify, causing material to separate.
Prolonged exposure to the sun may cause fading of laminate
countertops.
As rubber drain mats can trap moisture beneath them, causing the
laminated plastic to warp and blister. Lift the mat and dry the
surface as needed.
Keep a watchful eye on caulking around the edge of your
countertop and between counter-tops and the sink, checking it
regularly. If there is a gap, recaulk right away to prevent moisture
from seeping into the gap.
Protect your countertops by always using a cutting board during
food preparation.
To avoid damage to the laminate surface, always set hot pans on
trivets or hot pads.
Cultured marble countertops are made of crushed marble and
high strength polyester resins that are molded and polished to
form a strong durable finish. They are not heat, scratch or stain
proof.
Only warm water should be used in a cultured marble sink.
Running only hot water may cause cracking around the drain.
Do not place cigarettes or other hot objects on countertops.
Heat, hot objects or cigarettes can cause permanent damage to
cultured marble.
Clean marble with a mild liquid cleanser on a soft sponge or cloth
Do not use abrasive cleanser as it will cause scratching and
dulling. Polish with manufacturer-approved polish.
There are many types of solid surface countertops available.
With proper care, a solid surface countertop can remain as
beautiful as the day it was installed. Although solid surface
countertops withstand heat better than most surfaces, caution
must be used to protect it.
Do not set hot pans directly on your countertops.
Some electrical appliances such as frying pans and crock pots can
cause damage to the surface and should be placed on cutting
boards.
Always use a hot pad or trivet with rubber feet to protect your
countertop.
Although solid surfacing is impact resistant, avoid striking or
cutting on the surface with heavy or pointed objects.
Avoid exposure to strong chemicals such as paint removers, metal
cleaners, oven cleaners, acetone (nail polish remover) and acid
drain cleaners. If any of these come in contact with your countertop
surface, immediately flush the surface with soapy water.
Do not use a countertop as an ironing board or ashtray.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to repair minor cuts and
scratches to your solid surface countertop.
Marble can be permanently stained.
Marble should be sealed with a natural stone penetrating sealer on
an annual basis.
Acidic products such as vinegar can etch the surface. Consult with
your local marble or granite distributor for the best sealer and tips
to maintain.
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