Tips | Are You Cleaning and Maintaining Your Quartz Kitchen Countertops the Right Way? 23/64

As the kitchen countertop serves as the main battlefield for cooking, it has not only witnessed the birth of countless culinary delights but has also experienced the full spectrum of life. “Bittersweet and spicy” , have received The Baptism of Water and Fire : Splattered grease, accidental spills of soup, and minor bumps sustained during food preparation can, over time, leave behind a patchwork of marks on the surface and create an environment conducive to bacterial growth.

Today, we’ll discuss how to care for quartz kitchen countertops and highlight a few key points to keep in mind.

Quartz countertops are highly versatile, combining resistance to corrosion, high temperatures, oil stains, and pressure, while offering exceptional hardness and being free of radiation—making them particularly well-suited for kitchen countertops. As a result, everyday cleaning is relatively simple and hassle-free, though it’s still important to handle them with care in daily use.

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1. Ordinary wiping

Slight stain For example, with soup or water stains, simply wipe them with a clean, damp cloth; minor blemishes can be removed right away.

Moderate stain : These types of stains are primarily grease, which can be categorized into cooking fumes and liquid oil. For the film of cooking fumes adhering to the surface, use a neutral detergent to gently scrub in circular motions, wipe with a damp cloth, and then dry with a clean, dry towel. As for grease caused by scattered food residue, it is recommended… First, blot the oil with paper towels, then sprinkle starch over the stained area and let it sit for 30 to 60 minutes. , to prevent staining, simply wipe clean with a damp cloth.

Heavier stains : For particularly stubborn grime, such as hardened grease, use Damp cloth + neutral detergent Perform cleaning.

2. Treatment of Special Stains

Sometimes, we accidentally spill coffee or black tea—stains that are tough to remove from clothing, let alone from stone countertops. What’s the best way to handle it? Keep reading!

☞ Acidic liquid

Acidic liquids such as lemon juice and vinegar have a corrosive effect; if not cleaned up promptly, they can easily seep into the gaps between countertop joints. In this case, avoid wiping aggressively—first blot the liquid with paper towels to prevent it from spreading, then wipe with a damp cloth. If the buildup has been lingering for a long time, You can make a paste by mixing baking powder with soda water, apply it to the stained area, and once the paste has dried and hardened, wipe it away with a damp towel. Then wipe it dry.

☞ Colored liquid

As with acidic liquids, if colored beverages such as tea or coffee are accidentally spilled on a stone surface, first blot up the excess liquid with a dry towel or paper towel, then rinse gently with an appropriate amount of clean water.

☞ Dairy products

Foods containing animal fats, such as milk and butter, if left on stone surfaces for an extended period, can cause… Stone yellowing , and may even become rotten and emit a foul odor. If the stone has already turned yellow, it is recommended to first use Neutral detergent After cleaning the countertop surface, then use Color remover cleaning 。

☞ Oily cosmetics

For items such as lipstick and nail polish, the ingredients typically include oils, pigments, and waxes. If the stain has dried, it’s recommended to gently rub it with sandpaper, wipe the stone surface with a neutral cleaner, and then clean and dry it with a damp cloth.

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Kitchen countertops, like our skin, can only remain durable and look as good as new with proper care.

1. Keep dry

Keep the countertop dry and avoid prolonged exposure to water. This helps prevent glue failure and warping, while also protecting the stone from discoloration caused by bleach and mineral deposits in the water, which can detract from its appearance. Additionally, it reduces the risk of mold growth on the surface.

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2. Use gently

Natural stones such as marble are relatively expensive, and once chipped or damaged, both repair costs and difficulty are high. Even engineered quartz, a brittle polymer composite with thermal expansion and contraction properties, can crack or even shatter if the slabs cannot withstand the internal stresses caused by temperature changes. In short, follow these four “don’ts”:

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Do not allow sharp objects to strike the surface directly. ；

Do not leave oversized or overweight dishes on the countertop for extended periods. ；

Do not place hot items, such as baking sheets straight from the oven, on it. ；

Do not rinse with cold water and then immediately scald with boiling water. 。

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In short, the best way to keep your kitchen countertops looking pristine and new for years to come is to… Clean stains promptly. ， Prevent the accumulation and buildup of stains. . Hurry up and give your kitchen countertop a spa treatment!