Maintenance of materials
Stone is a luxurious and special material that needs to be taken care of properly. Here you can find instructions how to take care of your stone furniture so that it will stay beautiful as long as possible. Please read the instructions below and follow the advice.
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Quartz stone is an industrially produced material that contains more than 90% natural ingredients and a smaller amount of other ingredients to maintain the correct color tone and consistency. To prepare the material, quartz is cut to the appropriate size and the edges and surface are processed. Quartz countertops are durable, waterproof, easy to maintain and last a very long time with proper maintenance.
Daily cleaning
For daily cleaning of the quartz surface, we recommend using a damp (microfibre) cloth, warm water and, if necessary, a neutral (pH 7), slightly alkaline (pH 8-10) or slightly acidic (pH 4-6) detergent. Those products that are specially designed for quartz stone should be preferred, and cleaning products that are highly acidic and contain bleaching agents should be avoided. The surface of the stone is sensitive to abrasive materials.
Stain prevention and removal
The quartz stone surface should be carefully protected from stains. Avoid contact of chemicals and caustics on the quartz surface. The best way to avoid stains is to remove the dirt immediately from the surface so that it cannot dry or absorb into the stone. Toilet paper, water and detergent should be enough for cleaning. To remove stronger stains, we recommend using special tools for quartz stone. After using the tool, we recommend washing the work surfaces again with water and detergent.
Avoiding heat damage and scratches
Quartz stone is not completely heat-resistant, it can withstand heat only for a short time and may crack as a result of thermal shock. Heat damage may remain on the work surface (e.g. a mark from the bottom of a hot food container) because the resin in the quartz stone starts to melt at high temperatures. For example, when placing hot objects on a surface containing mirror fragments. We do not recommend placing hot objects directly on these surfaces, even temporarily. Although quartz stone is quite scratch resistant, we still recommend always using cutting mats to avoid possible damage.
Long-term maintenance
Polished quartz surfaces do not require impregnation if they are used indoors, as quartz does not absorb liquids. The other surfaces with surface treatments also do not need impregnation in normal use.
Marble is a 100% natural material with a unique color and pattern. The work surface is made of marble mined from the earth’s crust, which is cut to the appropriate size and the edges and surface are processed. Marble countertops are durable only with proper and regular maintenance.
Daily cleaning
For daily cleaning of the marble surface, we recommend using a damp (microfibre) cloth, warm water and, if necessary, neutral (pH 7) or slightly alkaline (pH 8-10). Those products that are specially designed for natural stone should be preferred, and cleaning products containing acids and bleaches should be avoided. The surface of the stone is also sensitive to abrasive materials – micro-damage can be caused by a wire sponge or a random grain of sand on a washcloth.
Stain prevention and removal
Marble is a porous and highly absorbent material that requires great care and protection from dirt. Be sure to avoid chemicals and caustics from getting on the marble surface. Everyday substances such as coffee and tea, oils and acidic fruits must also be handled carefully. We recommend removing the stains as soon as possible with household paper, water and detergent, so that the dirt cannot dry or be absorbed into the stone. To remove heavier stains, we recommend using special marble cleaning products. After using the tool, the work surfaces could be washed again with water and detergent.
Avoiding heat damage and scratches
Because marble is softer and more porous than, for example, granite, the marble surface gets scratched quite easily. Therefore, cutting boards should always be used when working in the kitchen. We also recommend using hot plates when placing hot dishes on a marble surface to prevent damage.
Long-term maintenance
Depending on the level of use and the type of marble, we recommend re-treatment at least once a year with a special impregnation agent for marble.
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Ceramic is an industrially produced material that is stain and heat resistant. Ceramics with a matte and soft touch finish are also scratch resistant. In rare cases, delicate scratches may remain on the polished surface.
- For daily cleaning, we recommend using a damp microfibre cloth, warm water and a neutral general cleaner.
- Pieces may break from the edges of the stone as a result of a forceful impact.
- We recommend using pads under sharp and hot objects.
Granite is a natural material, but it is still very strong and has good and durable properties.
- For daily cleaning, we recommend using a damp microfiber cloth, warm water and a neutral, alcohol-free cleaning agent.
- We recommend using pads under sharp and hot objects.
