Caring for your Benchtops

General cleaning

• In most cases, cleaning your laminate surface is as simple as using a damp cloth or for spills, using soap and water or windex. Always rinse properly after the use of chemical cleaners to avoid build-up on your benchtop.
• If you have stains that can’t be removed easily, try using methylated spirits. For problem spots, scrub the stain lightly with a soft brush. For stubborn stains use a small amount of mild abrasive such as toothpaste or baking soda. NEVER use strong alkaline or acidic cleaners or abrasive tools such as sandpaper.

Other Damage

• Never place hot pans or similar objects directly on the surface of the product.
• Avoid acidic foods and hair, textile and food dyes
• Never use waxes
• Avoid the use of sharp objects without protection, never cut directly onto the surface

• Corian surfaces are hygienic, impermeable and stain resistant, with no visible pores or voids, unlike tile, woods, granite and marble.

General cleaning

• For most dirt & stains use soapy water or ammonia-based cleaner and for water marks, wipe with damp cloth and towel dry. For difficult stains use an abrasive cleanser and a cleaning pad.
• For high-gloss Corian, follow procedure for semi-gloss, but use a sponge instead of a cleaning pad.
• To disinfect: occasionally wipe the surface with diluted household bleach (50/50 water/bleach solution)

Preventing Other Damage

• To prevent heat damage do not place hot pots, pans, etc directly on the counter top surface. Always use a hot pad or a trivet with rubber feet to protect your surface.
• Avoid exposing to strong chemicals, such as paint removers and oven cleaners etc. If contact occurs, quickly flush the surface with water.
• Remove nail polish with a non-acetone based nail polish remover and flush with water.
• Do not cut directly on countertops.
• Run cold water when pouring boiling water into sinks.

General cleaning

• Take care of you benchtop with a soft, damp cloth and warm soapy water (use a mild detergent)

Difficult spills and stains

• To remove these, use a non-abrasive household cleaner along with a soft damp cloth. Care must be taken with some cleaning products as some are far more harsh than others. A general window cleaner can also work well.
• If a spill is adhered to the counter, gently scrape off excess material with a blade or plastic scraper and wipe away the residue with a damp cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.

Chemicals to avoid

• Do not expose your benchtop to strong chemicals, acids and solvents such as acetone, turpentine, nail polish