[Maintenance of quartz stone countertops] How to maintain quartz stone countertops

The maintenance methods of cabinet countertops of different materials are not all the same. Today we will mainly learn how to maintain quartz stone cabinet countertops.

Quartz stone countertops PK acrylic countertops

In terms of craftsmanship, quartz stone countertops are wear-resistant, scratch-resistant and heat-resistant Good, non-polluting, durable, non-flammable, non-toxic, non-radiation, seamless splicing, durable. However, because the quartz stone countertops are too hard and difficult to process, the shape of the chamfered corners is too simple. Acrylic countertops are also very resistant to impact, compression, bending, and penetration. Special treatments on the shape can be carried out in its deformation, bonding, chamfering and turning. The surface has no pores, oil stains and water stains are not easy to penetrate, and the anti-fouling power is strong. It can also be seamlessly bonded at any length, and it will be integrated after polishing, without any joint marks.

In terms of price, the cost of quartz stone is relatively high, but the price of high-quality acrylic countertops will be equivalent to that of quartz stone countertops. In terms of hardness, quartz is second only to diamond, and its surface hardness can be as high as 7.5 on the Mohs. Acrylic countertops are softer, more prone to hard scratches or scratches, easier to break, and there are many varieties of mixed materials on the market, which are not easy Identify the pros and cons

How to maintain the quartz stone cabinet countertops

1. Keep the cabinet countertops dry as much as possible to avoid long-term soaking. Prevent the deformation of the table surface from opening the glue. Artificial stone countertops should prevent the bleach and scale in the water from making the countertop lighter and affecting its appearance.

2. A cutting board should be used when cutting vegetables, otherwise it will leave unsightly scratches and dull cutting edges. If you accidentally leave a knife mark, you can use 240-400 grit sandpaper to gently wipe the surface according to the depth of the knife mark, and then use a scouring pad to treat it again.

3. For knife marks, burns and scratches, if the cabinet countertop finish is matt, you can use 400-600 grit sandpaper to polish until the knife marks disappear, and then use detergent and scouring pad to restore Undisturbed. If the surface finish is a mirror surface, first polish it with 800-1200 grit sandpaper, then use a polishing wax and wool polishing ring to polish with a low-speed polishing machine at 1500-2000 rpm, and then clean the surface with a clean cotton cloth. For small white marks, moisten the surface with cooking oil and a dry cloth.

Why is the most important thing for quartz stone and other stones to keep dry?

The maintenance of stone must first understand the stone, and the disease of the stone must be known beforehand. The cause, do not go to the doctor in a hurry. The problems of stone cracking, floating, yellowing, water spots, rust spots, white blooms, and foggy surfaces may be caused by excessive water absorption. Therefore, it is best to avoid using natural stone in the bathroom. Due to the high amount of water vapor in the bathroom, the surface of natural stone in such an environment will easily become dull and produce cloud-like white stains. The yellowing of the stone surface may be due to the waxing clogging the pores of the stone's breathing. Nanjing stone should be kept bright and clean, regular maintenance and cleaning, and special protective agent for stone should be selected, or a professional company should be used for polishing.

Nowadays, people also find that waxing can also cause some harm to the stone, because it is used as a kind of air-tight cover protection material to be applied to the surface of the stone. The pores of the stone are closed inside and behind the stone. Moisture does not escape, and it has accumulated inside the stone for a long time, causing the stone to develop disease. There are also many owners who like to cover the marble floor with carpets or sundries, the moisture cannot be volatilized through the 'pores

It seems that the maintenance of quartz stone is really a very important job, but when we pay rare and care for it, at the same time , Quartz stone countertops will also return to our beautiful visual enjoyment and convenient operation performance.