Use and Care Manual
HM-CM-102021
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to be reliable based on information available at the time. It is made available to the various parties who may nd it useful for various purpose at their own discretion and at their own risk.
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HIMACS
®
Care & Maintenance
Thank you for selecting HIMACS to enhance your living space. At LX Hausys we know life happens on countertops,
but you can protect your investment with minimal care and these simple precautions.
GENERAL CARE
Always use a trivet (or similar device) with soft feet under any heat-generating device such as a toaster oven or electric fry pan. Avoid contact
with strong chemicals such as drain cleaners and oven cleaners - they can cause discoloration of HIMACS that may be permanent. In the event of
accidental contact immediately wipe up the splash, clean the aected area, rinse thoroughly with clear water, and bu dry.
ROUTINE CLEANING
HIMACS is non-porous so stains don’t penetrate the surface. Everyday cleaning requires only a damp cloth (microber works well) and a mild
detergent solution or all-purpose countertop cleaner, rinse with clear water and bu dry. This will also reduce possible “hard water” mineral
buildup around faucets. Some suggested cleaners are shown below and ammonia-based cleaners also work well, however some window
cleaners can leave a lm residue that will build up over time.
SPILLS, SPLASHES, SPOTS
Some foods, beverages, and food preparation materials contain food color and dyes that may require a little more attention. If they aren’t
removed with the “routine care” steps, rst remove any excess with a plastic putty knife. Then try one of the “Less Abrasive Cleaning Products”
shown below. Apply the product directly to the aected area, rinse, and bu dry.
UNUSUAL STAINS
If further attention is needed any of the “More Abrasive Cleaning Products” shown below can be used.
It’s rare, but sometimes it may be necessary to use diluted (1:4) household bleach such as Clorox® applied directly to the aected area. Never
let the bleach solution to sit more than two or three minutes before thoroughly rinsing and drying the area. It can be used on HIMACS sinks and
vanity bowls too.
Nail polish spills can be removed using nail polish remover by applying it to a cotton ball or swab, wipe (don’t scrub) the aected area,
wash, and rinse. Be careful with acetone-based removers – it’s important to limit exposure to avoid discoloration.
“Super Glue” (cyanoacrylate) spills should rst be reduced using a plastic putty knife. The remaining residue can usually be removed
following the steps for nail polish (it may require an acetone-based nail polish remover). Be sure to clean, rinse, and bu dry. If necessary,
repeat the process.
Less Abrasive Cleaning Products More Abrasive Cleaning Products
Formula 409
®
, Greased Lightning
®
, Simple Green
®
, Windex
®
Disinfectant Multi-Surface Cleaner, ammonia-based spray cleaners
Ajax
®
Comet
®
Mr. Clean
®
Magic Eraser products
Household baking soda and water paste
Barkeepers Friend
®
, Soft Scrub
®
(liquid) Barkeepers Friend
®
(powder)
3M™ Scotch Brite pad, wet (#7445 white, #7448 light gray)
3M™ Scotch Brite pads, wet (#7447 maroon, #6448 dark gray,
or green as found on sponges)
DISINFECTING
For information about specic products, visit the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website to review “List N”, a list of EPA registered
products, at https://cfpub.epa.gov/wizards/disinfectants.