Zodiaq Counters Care & Maintenance
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Care and Maintenance for Zodiaq counters
DuPont Zodiaq® counters are extremely easy to maintain. The quartz that is used in Zodiaq® is durable, non-porous and even chemical-resistant. Zodiaq® is also both heat and scratchresistant, but it is not heat and scratchproof. It is because of this that we always recommended the use of a cutting board when you are using a knife.
Zodiaq® Counters keep their gloss and ultra-smooth finish without any polishing needed. This is because it is a non-porous surface which also means that Zodiaq® does not require any sealants or waxes.
Zodiaq® also offers a warranty that will help to set your mind at ease. In the unfortunate and unlikely event that you experience any problems caused by a manufacturer’s defect, you can rest assured knowing that DuPont fully backs Zodiaq® with its 10-year limited warranty.
Routine Care for Zodiaq® Counters
With simple care, Zodiaq® Counters will retain their radiant and lustrous appearance for a very long time. For routine cleaning we recommend that you use a damp cloth or a paper towel and, if it is necessary, a tiny amount of non-abrasive, non-bleach cleanser.
Even though Zodiaq® is resistant to permanent staining when it is exposed to liquids like wine, tea, vinegar, lemon juice and soda or even exposed to fruits and vegetables, we recommend that you wipe up food and liquid spills as quickly as possible.
For stubborn or dried up spills, you should use some sort of nonabrasive cleaning pad like a white 3M Scotch-Brite® scrub pad along with Formula 409® Glass & Surface Cleaner. If Formula 409®is not available, you can use a comparable cleaning product.
It is imperative that you avoid using cleaners that contain bleach on your Zodiaq® Counters. You should always follow the cleaner’s manufacturer instructions and exercise proper caution when handling and/or storing various cleaning products.
Preventing Heat and Other Types of Damage
Zodiaq® Counters are able to withstand exposure to cooking temperatures within the normal range from pots, pans and dishes without the danger of being damaged. In order to maintain the beauty of your Zodiaq® Counters, you should not place items such as hot skillets and roasting pans directly on the countertops surface. Express Countertops always recommends using trivets and hot pads when dealing with high temperature items.
If you’re wondering how these countertops compare to others that we offer, you can always compare Zodiaq counters side by side with other manufacturers.
How to Remove Difficult Spills From Your Zodiaq®Counters
Unfortunately,spills do occur and can dry on your countertop. When dealing with materials that get hard as they dry (including: gum, grease, food, paint or nail polish), you can remove them by gently scraping the excess material with a plastic putty knife.
Items such as permanent markers and inks can adhere to the countertops surface. These should be avoided at all costs. If these agents are to come into contact with your countertop surface, you should clean it first as outlined in the Routine Care section of this article.
If these stains persist, moisten a towel or cloth with Greased LightningT or some other comparable product and rub it gently into the stain itself. Let the chosen cleaning agent sit on the stain for at least 15 minutes and then wipe the surface clean with a soft cotton cloth. Rinse the surface thoroughly with warm water to remove any left behind cleaner residue.
It is important to avoid exposing your Zodiaq® Counters to strong chemicals and solvents. It is especially important to avoid using paint removers or furniture strippers that containtrichlorethane or methylene chloride on your countertops. You should also keep nail polish remover, permanent markers, bleach, inks, and oil based soaps away from Zodiaq®.
While casual and light exposure to alkaline materials won’t damage your Zodiaq® Counters, highly alkaline (high-pH) cleaners are not recommended for use when cleaning your countertops.
If any of the substances that we have listed above come into contact with Zodiaq®, you need to rinse the exposed surface instantly and thoroughly with warm water.
Contact Us
If you would like more information about Zodiaq® Counters or if you would like to contact us for any reason at all, we would be happy to help you. We are available via telephone at (888) 930-9925. You can also reach out to us by using the estimate button we have placed atop the page to request a free countertop cost estimate. You could have your new countertops installed in 1 week – GUARANTEED!
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