Use and Care Guide
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Use, Care and Maintenance
The consumer is responsible for proper use and maintenance of the granite countertop, please see
following points that should be followed.
Usage :
DO :
• Use coasters for cups, glasses and bottles, especially alcohol or acidic beverages, as these have
potential to stain granite stone.
• Use a hot pad for hot dishes, drinks and pots and pans. Hot pots and pans can stain/burn
granite.
Do Not :
• Directly use the granite as a cutting surface, use a cutting board for chopping.
• Don’t turn your countertop into a worktable or worktop, heavy objects dropped on the top can
easily crack or damage the granite, and sharp objects may scratch the surface.
Maintenance :
DO :
• Use a mild solution of warm water and soap to remove dirt and grime.
• Use a soft cloth when cleaning surface.
Do Not :
• Do not use a brush or scouring pad or any other similar implement with rough surfaces.
• Don’t use vinegar, bleach, ammonia, other general purpose cleaners, bathroom cleaners or tub
and tile cleaners.
• Don’t use abrasive cleaners such as dry cleansers or soft cleansers.
• Don’t use alkaline cleaners not specically formulated for stone.
• Don’t use lemon juice, oils or acidic substances to clean the granite.
• Don’t spill acidic substances like tomato sauce, coee, or wine, on your countertop. Clean up
spills immediately to minimize permanent damage to the granite.