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When looked after properly, natural and engineered stone products will truly last a lifetime, providing you with years of enjoyment.

The Basics

• Do not place any hot dishes directly on a stone surface (even if your supplier says you can!)
• Use mats or a trivet under hot dishes
• Use placemats for items that can scratch the surface. Examples are ceramic dishes, silverware or china
• Use coaster for glasses
• Remember that many of the foods we consume are acidic in nature and will etch the surface of softer stones like marble

Recommendations for cleaning Stone

Countertops

• Most stones can be cleaning with any neutral cleaner or a mild liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water
• Always use a clean, lint-free rag for best results
• Avoid products that contain any acidic substances like lemon or vinegar as these could permanently etch the surface of a marble countertop
• Do not use any scouring pads or any liquids or cleaners that contain abrasive particles that could scratch the surface

• Your countertop may require a penetrating sealer to be applied. Check with your fabricator for recommendations that are specific to your stone
• In the kitchen, ensure that you use a non-toxic sealer and cleaner on any countertop areas that will be used for food preparation

Floor Tile

• To clean floors, always use a clean rag mop and rinse frequently
• Do not use scouring powders, creams or abrasive cloths or cleaning pads
• Avoid products that contain any acidic substances like lemon or vinegar as these could permanently etch the surface of a marble countertop
• Place floor mats outside the entrance to remove sand from shoes before entering the area – this will help prevent scratches on the floor

Quartz Surfaces

• In addition to the above, some quartz surfaces will require a penetrating sealer to be applied – check with your fabricator for recommendations that are specific to your stone