Avoid letting hot pans and harsh chemicals come in contact with the surface.

Coasters are recommended to prevent glass condensation rings and possible discoloration.

Ensure to use your cutting board to protect the surface from cuts.

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CARE & MAINTENANCE FOR YOUR CULTURED MARBLE


WHAT ARE CULTURED MARBLE, CULTURED GRANITE AND CULTURED ONYX?

Cultured Marble, Cultured Granite and Cultured Onyx, as their names imply, have the look of genuine marble, granite or onyx. Cultured marble, granite and onyx products are manufactured with a high-gloss coating, called a “gel coat”, applied during the manufacturing process, which becomes an integral part of the cultured marble, granite or onyx product. Colorants may be added to the polymer/filler matrix in a manner, which provides a “veining” which mimics the appearance of natural products. The polymer casting process yields a rock hard, durable product which takes on the look and feel of the natural product.

Cultured marble, granite and onyx products easily meet nationally recognized standards to resist water, heat, stains, burns, chemicals and everyday wear and tear.

Cleaning of Cultured Marble

Removing stains from cultured marble should be easy if the product had a quality “gel coat” finish correctly applied at the time of manufacturing. Stain resistance is a great benefit of “quality” cultured marble products. Stain resistance testing is a part of most code requirements.

If the stain is tea, juice, or coffee, the stain should be easily wiped up with a damp sponge and household cleaner, such as Windex. Do not use an abrasive cleaner, as this will lightly dull the smooth and shiny surface. The smooth surface makes the cleaning process easier.

Maintenance of cultured marble products is enhanced if an automotive is applied occasionally, usually twice a year.

If the area has a chemical stain such as fingernail polish remover, which has been sitting on a covered area and stained the countertop, try leaving the area uncovered for a period of time. Sometimes the chemical will evaporate from the gel coat, or contact the manufacturer for professional service options.

If the stain is from hard water or mineral deposits, then try using a cleaner for removing iron, calcium, or other such mineral deposits that are in your water supply. Most cleaning chemicals will not damage the gel coat as long as extended or prolonged standing of the chemicals is not allowed (be sure to read warning labels).

Cleaning Instructions for Cultured Marble

1. Turpentine, denatured alcohol, or paint thinner will remove paint, tar, and difficult stains from the surface. Do not use turpentine or paint thinner on the hydrojets or plated components – damage to the plastic coating may result.

2. Scrape the cultured marble surface with a wooden edge to remove plaster. Do not use wire brushes or metal tools on any part of the cultured marble surfaces.

3. Use liquid detergent to remove construction residue.

4. Liquid cleaning compounds (such as is used for cars) with a light application of liquid wax or paste will restore dull surfaces.

5. Clean plated Hydrojet surfaces with water only. Do not use any ammonia bases or abrasive cleaners as this will deplate Hydrojet plating and void the warranty on plated finishes.

Regular Cleaning

1. Because of mineral deposits and soap scum, it is important to clean your cultured marble parts regularly.

2. For normal cleaning of marble surfaces, do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, scouring pads, scrapers, or sandpaper on any part of the surfaces. Do not use any cleaning product with a solvent base.

3. Use non-acetone fingernail polish remover to dissolve adhesives. Do not use polish remover or acetone on the hydrojet or metal hardware

4. Clean under the jet faces by unscrewing the faceplates. (You may also be able to clear obstructions by taking out the orifice with a standard 9/16” socket.)

5. Purge system once a month to clean pipes with Calgonite or whirlpool cleaner kit.

a) Fill tub with lukewarm water.

b) Add ½ to 1 cup of Calgonite depending on size of tub. Turn on system for 10-15 minutes.

c) Empty water from bathtub.

d) Fill with lukewarm rinse water and run system for 10-15 minutes. Then drain system.

Caring for Cultured Marble Vanity Tops / Tubs / Showers

1. Water temperatures exceeding 140 degrees may cause cracking or crazing. (Temperatures above 140 degrees are dangerous to the skin even for very brief moments)

2. Protect the surface of this cultured marble with regular applications of paste wax or car wax.

3. Clean only with liquid cleaners of a non-abrasive type. Example: Scratch Guard by Turtle Wax / 409 / etc.

4. To remove surface scratches, buff with a portable buffing wheel and automotive type cleanser or rubbing compound.