Care and Cleaning Guide

CARE & CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS-Continued
CARE OF STONE
Cleaning
Cleaning should be done using a neutral soap with warm water. A neutral soap is any soap that
you would use on your hands such as soft soaps or mild dish soaps. DO NOT use any soap
containing abrasives and/or stain removing chemicals like chlorine. Soft sponges or soft cotton
rags should be used in cleaning. For heavier cleaning, it is recommended to use cleaners
especially formulated for natural stone. Cleaners are available for general maintenance as well
as heavy duty cleaning and stain removal,
Maintenance
A matt silicone sealer should be applied every 3 to 6 months depending on use. If the sink is
used heavily (every day) the sealer should be applied every 3 months or earlier. If the sink is
only used a few times per week the sealer can be applied every 6 months or earlier. A key
indicator that a sealer is required is when the water no longer beads on the surface of the
stone. For stone that requires color enhancement, use of a color enhancer is an optional
application. Color enhancers may be applied to stone that has already been sealed. One-step
sealing/color enhancing products are also available. It is always recommended to test samples
for user approval prior to treating the entire installation.
General
Although the use of a high-quality penetrating sealer reduces the potential for deep, difficult-
to-remove stains, please note that sealing is not failsafe. It is best to keep chemicals such as
chlorine (bleach), fingernail polish remover, fingernail polish, oils, paints, etc., away from the
sink. Spills should be wiped up as soon as possible. Stone, like any other natural product, will
age and patina, adding to its beauty and character.
The following products are recommended sealers, enhancers and cleaners.
Sealers:
• Miracle Sealant Company 511 Porous Plus
• Miracle Sealant Company 511 Impregnator
• Miracle Sealant Company 511 Seal & Enhance
• Miracle Sealant Company 511 H20 Plus
Color Enhancers:
• Miracle Sealant Company Mira Matte
• Miracle Sealant Company 511 Seal & Enhance
Cleaners:
• Miracle Sealant Company Mira Clean #1
• Miracle Sealant Company Mira Soap
• Miracle Sealant Company Counter Kleen
• Miracle Sealant Company Liquid Poultice
• Miracle Sealant Company Poultice Plus Powder: