Maintenance

Countertop Maintenance

Each countertop material comes with specific maintenance requirements. Don’t forget to ask your contractor about the right method of maintenance. For instance, granite and marble countertops are beautiful, but they need to be resealed every year or two and should be cleaned with a particular stone-cleaning agent (avoid wax and bleach). Whereas quartz countertops are easy to maintain since they are non-porous. However, even quartz is not completely heat proof/scratch proof; therefore, always use cutting boards on these surfaces to avoid permanent scratches and damage. Always avoid heat, and sun exposure in order to avoid cracking the surface. If you accidently spill red wine or chemical liquids you have to wipe out the spill right away to prevent permanent stains or damaging the surface of your countertops. Make sure you ask your contractor about which kind of cleaning agent you should use for your countertop.

Cabinet Maintenance

Clean up any spills on the surfaces of your wooden cabinets immediately. Never put any hot objects such as pans or teapots on the wooden surfaces of your cabinets, and periodically clean and maintain your cabinets. Don’t place heavy items on your countertops and don't allow people to sit or lean against the cabinets for too long. Always make sure the surfaces of your kitchen cabinets usually stay dry and avoid prolonged exposure to moisture.