It’s important to take care of your worktop with the correct cleaning methods. Below you’ll find instructions on how to take care of worktops in the different materials we offer.
Ceramic
We recommend that you clean ceramic worktops daily with mild, ph-neutral dish detergent and warm water. Dilute 1 tsp. detergent in 1 liter of water, and then wipe it with a soft, microfiber cloth. Do not use acidic detergents or bleach.
Ceramic worktops are very scratch and heat resistant, which means that you can even put a hot pan on it.
Quartz
We recommend that you clean quartz worktops daily with mild, ph-neutral dish detergent and warm water. Dilute 1 tsp. detergent in 1 liter of water, and then wipe it with a soft, microfiber cloth. Do not use acidic detergents or bleach. You can also use a specific detergent meant for quartz on more persistent stains. The surface may scratch if you use abrasive detergents or sponges.
Quartz can crack if it’s subjected to heat, so always use potholders on quartz worktops.
Granite
We recommend that you clean granite worktops daily with mild, ph-neutral dish detergent and warm water. Dilute 1 tsp. detergent to 1 liter of water, and then wipe it with a soft, microfiber cloth. Do not use acidic detergents or bleach. You can also use a specific detergent meant for natural stones on more persistent stains. Avoid detergents with acids or bleach. The surface may scratch if you use abrasive detergents or sponges.
Prevention is the key to maintaining the shine of your granite worktop. Always wipe out any spills and splashes that might dull the surface. We recommend that you use cutting boards and potholders to keep the surface beautiful and shiny longer. The Colonial White granite worktop doesn't need to be resealed.
Marble
The key to keeping your marble worktop in good condition is prevention. Always wipe spills and splashes immediately. You can do the daily cleaning with mild, ph-neutral dish detergent and warm water. Dilute 1 tsp. detergent to 1 liter of water, and then wipe it with a soft, microfibre cloth. Never use harsh cleaners such as vinegar or ammonium-based detergents, or any abrasive, scouring products that can scratch the surface. If you have a persistent stain on the worktop, you can use a specific detergent for marble.
Always use cutting boards and potholders on marble worktops. Kindly note that, even with diligent cleaning, marble might stain, and the color of your worktop might change over time. The impregnating sealer on marble worktops needs to be renewed at least once a year.