How to take care of your DeNova Surfaces countertop
All DeNova Countertops
- Use coasters under glasses or other objects that may scratch your countertop surface.
- Use mild soap and water routinely.
- Clean up spills of acidic liquids such as fruit juices or vinegar immediately.
- Avoid exposing your DeNova countertops to strong chemicals, scouring-type cleaners, paint removers, rust removers and oven cleaners.
- Don’t use bleach or vinegar on your countertop.
- Don’t use wax or finishes requiring high-speed polishing.
- Don’t place hot items such as pots, pans, plates or curling irons on your countertop. Always use a hot pad or trivet under hot pots and heat-producing appliances.
- Don’t score or cut directly on the countertop. Always use a cutting board.
- Don't stand on your countertops
Natural Quartz
- Clean natural quartz surface regularly using mild soap, water and soft cloth.
- Don’t use wax, sealers, window cleaning solution or other topical finishes.
- Don’t use Scotch-Brite® pads on your countertop because they will dull the surface.
Solid Surface
- Don’t use wax, sealers, window cleaning solution or other topical finishes.
- Scotch-Brite® pads can remove small scratches on the countertop. Consult with a DeNova countertop expert or the manufacturer of Scotch-Brite® for more information.
- Run cold water when pouring boiling water into your sink.
- Remove nail polish spills with an acetone-free polish remover and then flush the area with water.
Natural Stone (Granite & Marble)
- Clean surfaces regularly with cleaners made specifically for natural stone.
- Use care and maintenance products specifically formulated to enhance and protect your natural stone.
- Use a sealant at least once every 12 months to protect your stone.
- Don’t use ammonia-based products or other general-purpose cleaners.
- Don’t use Scotch-Brite® pads on your countertop because they will dull the surface.
