Use And Care Manual

CARE & MAINTENANCE - Laminate
COMMON STAINS
A FEW NOTES OF CAUTION
To clean the surface, wash with a mild dish washing liquid or powdered detergent; add warm water. Use a soft dish
cloth. Rinse with warm water and dry with cloth. Water is generally all that is needed. A quick wipe will clean most
stains.
For stubborn spots, make a paste with baking soda and water. The paste will be slightly abrasive. Work carefully to
keep from damaging the surface you are cleaning. Dip a soft bristle brush into the paste to cover the bristles. Gently
rub the spot with the brush, moving in a circular motion and pressing very lightly. You may also use a Magic Eraser
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stain remover following the manufacturer’s instructions for stubborn stain.
While contemporary laminate surfaces have durable nishes, you should not cut directly on the surface or lay any
utensils warmer than approximately 250°F on the countertop for extended periods of time. Hot pans and heat-
producing appliances (such as electric griddles and skillets), when set directly on the countertops, can damage the
countertop. Always use a hot pad or a trivet.
¡ Ketchup: Wipe up with a damp cloth. If the ketchup has dried, wash it off with mild detergent and warm water.
¡ Coffee: Wash off with mild detergent. For dried coffee stains, repeat as needed.
¡ Heat: Laminate surfaces are resistant to heat damage. However, prolonged exposure to high heat can cause
blistering, staining, or delaminating.
¡ Juices: Clean residue with mild detergent and water.
¡ Glue: Apply Goo Gone
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to remove adhesives.
¡ Marker/Crayon: Wipe with a soft cloth with acetone.
¡ Drain cleaners containing lye will permanently damage laminate surfaces. If you spill a drain cleaner, wipe it up
immediately and rinse several times with water.
¡ Hair, textile and food dyes can cause permanent stains. If dye should happen to spill, wipe it up immediately with
dishwashing detergent or an all-purpose cleaner.
¡ Rust removers contain harsh chemicals which can quickly cause permanent color changes. If a spill occurs, wipe
off all residue immediately, wash thoroughly with soapy water and rinse several times.
¡ Steel wool and other abrasive pads will damage laminate countertops. Don’t use them for cleaning and don’t store
steel wool pads on your countertop; metal can rust and leave stains.
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