Corian® FAQs

About Corian® Care and Maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions about Corian^®

What is Corian^®?  

Corian^® is the brand name for a solid surfacing material created by DuPont. Corian^® lends itself to imaginative uses, innovative interpretations, and enduring applications. It can be cut, routed, drilled, sculpted, bent, or worked like a fine wood. The ever-evolving color palette now extends to more than 100 colors.  

Corian^® is stain-resistant. Because Corian^® is nonporous, stains can't penetrate the surface, so it's easy to clean and maintain. Corian^® never requires sealing.  

Is Corian^® heat-resistant?  

It is never recommended placing a hot pot directly on countertops. Although Corian^® remains stable and undamaged in temperatures up to 212ºF (100ºC), high heat or flame will damage your surface. In most cases, this damage can be repaired. To protect your Corian^® from heat damage, always use a hot pad or a trivet with rubber feet when using hot pots, or heat-generating appliances like electric skillets or electric cooking pots.  

How do I clean my Corian^®?  

Corian^® is easy to clean. Soapy water or an ammonia-based cleaner is all that is necessary for day-to-day care of your Corian^®. Minor scratches, burns or discoloration are also easy to repair. For major damage, contact Express Countertops or visit our Care & Maintenance section.   

Does Corian^® require special sealing?  

No, Corian^® is nonporous. Unlike natural stone, Corian^® never needs sealing making it easy to live with! Corian^® is a beautiful, maintenance-free surface that you're sure to enjoy for many years to come.

For more information about DuPont Corian solid surface countertops contact Express Countertops. Call or use the estimate button above to request your free estimate and have your new countertops installed in 1 week - guaranteed!