Installation Guide
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Care and Maintenance
Granite Countertops
Fabric Covers
The consumer is responsible for proper use and maintenance of the granite countertop, please see
following points that should be followed for a countertop that will be last a long time.
Usage :
Do’s :
• 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 :
• Do not directly use the Granite top as a cutting surface, use a cutting board for chopping.
• Do not 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.
• Do not leave outside without covers if countertops are non-sealed.
• Do not leave mess on countertop as it can leave prints or stains over time.
Maintenance :
Do’s :
• 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.
Light Soil Removal
• Wash regularly with clean fresh water, mild detergent and a soft plastic bristle brush.
• After washing rinse with clean water and hang the covers to dry.
• Generally, you should wash your covers every 2 months. Coastal areas or next to a chlorine
pool more frequently every 2 weeks.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners or a scouring pad of any type as they will cause excessive wear
and abrade the nish of the covers.
• Covers in coastal environments may show white salt powder blotches if not washed regularly.