Use and Care Manual
Elkay Quartz Sink Care and Cleaning
Elkay | 1333 Butterfield Road, Suite 200 | Downers Grove, IL 60515 | 800.223.5529 | elkay.com 1000005387 7/19
With proper care and maintenance, your Elkay quartz sink will give you a lifetime of
service. Below are the suggestions for the care and cleaning of your Elkay sink.
General Cleaning
It is recommended to clean Elkay sinks daily to avoid build-up of soap or mineral
deposits, as these tend to have an adverse effect on the appearance of the product. For
daily cleaning use an ordinary mild detergent and soft cloth to rinse and dry the sink.
Allowing water or cleaners to evaporate will negatively impact the look of the sink. To
avoid this, it is important to dry the sink after each use.
• To avoid unwanted build-up, it is recommended to dry your sink after each use.
• Soft abrasive cleaners may be used when necessary (Blue Scotch-Brite Pads).
Strong abrasive cleaners will scratch and dull the surface (Green Scotch-Brite
Pads).
Do’s
• It is recommended the use of an Elkay bottom grid or rinsing basket to protect
your sink.
• Run cold water when pouring boiling water into sink.
• It is recommended that you clean your sink prior to first use.
Do Not’s
• Avoid storing open containers of household cleaners and chemicals containing
chloride such as bleach, acid, and drain cleaners or toilet bowl cleaner beneath
the sink. Vapor emission from the chlorides can cause corrosion and pitting to
the exposed stainless steel and other metals including faucet water supply lines.
• Do not use dish mats as these can trap soap and dirt making sink maintenance
more time-consuming and cultivate harmful bacteria.
• Do not leave standing water in your sink, especially if the water contains anything
that could stain the sink (i.e. coffee or tea).
Quartz
• Use mild abrasive cleaners to clean your quartz sink. Strong abrasive cleaners can
dull the color and finish of your sink.
• Do not use abrasive pads like steel wool or wire brushes, as these can damage the
finish of the sink. The only abrasive Elkay recommends is Scotch-Brite® Non-
Scratch Scrub Sponge (blue sponge) .
• Stubborn stains and water marks can be wiped with the eraser pad in Elkay’s
cleaning kit or a Mr. Clean® Magic Eraser® and either water or a 50/50 white
vinegar and water solution. Towel dry with a cotton cloth.
• Leaving dirty dishes, coffee grounds, or other staining materials in your quartz
sink can negatively impact the color and finish of your sink.