| |
Corian® was created for a lifetime of
easy care. Just follow the simple guidelines listed here to keep Corian®
surfaces looking fresh. Also be sure to ask us about the Corian® Home Care Kit
and the Care and Maintenance Video.
Routine care
There are three types of countertop finishes: matte/satin, semigloss and
high-gloss.* All Corian® sinks and bowls have the matte/satin finish. Soapy
water or ammonia-based cleaners will remove most dirt and stains from all types
of finishes. However, slightly different techniques must be used to remove
difficult stains, depending on the finish. Follow the recommendations in the
chart to properly care for your type of finish.
Removing cuts and scratches
Because the solid beauty of Corian®
goes all the way through, Corian® surfaces are completely renewable. You can
remove minor cuts and scratches yourself by following the instructions noted in
the chart.
Preventing heat damage
To prevent heat damage, always use
a hot pad or a trivet with rubber feet to protect your Corian®. Hot pans, as
well as some heat-generating appliances like frying pans or crockpots, can
damage the surface if a hot pad or trivet is not used.
Preventing other damage
In most cases, Corian® can be
repaired if accidentally damaged. However, be sure to follow the guidelines here
to prevent any permanent damage to Corian®.
Avoid exposing Corian® to strong
chemicals, such as paint removers, oven cleaners, etc. If contact occurs,
quickly flush the surface with water. Remove
nail polish with a non-acetone-based nail polish remover and flush with water. Do
not cut directly on Corian® countertops. Run
cold water when pouring boiling water into sinks. Guaranteed quality
With proper care, the Corian® surfaces in your home will stay looking like
new. That's why every inch of Corian® is backed by a 10-year limited product
warranty. For even more quality assurance, when a DuPont Certified
Fabricator/Installer installs your Corian®, the entire job is warranted for 10
years against fabrication and installation defects. And, if you decide to sell
your home, Corian® has the only warranty in the industry that's transferable to
the new owners.
| SURFACES
- HORIZONTAL & VERTICAL |
| Finish |
Matte/Satin |
Semigloss |
High-gloss |
| Cleaning |
|
|
|
- Most dirt
|
Use
soapy water or ammonia-based cleaner& stains |
| Water
Marks |
Wipe
with damp cloth; towel dry. |
| Difficult
stains |
Use
an abrasive cleanser and a green Scoth-Brite pad. |
Use
Soft Scrub or diluted bleach and a white Scotch-Brite pad. |
Follow
procedure for semigloss, but use a sponge instead of a Scotch-Brite pad,
or use white polishing compound. |
| Disinfecting
|
Occasionally
wipe surface with diluted household bleach (1/1 water and bleach) |
| Maintenance |
Rub
with Scotch-Brite pad alone. |
Enhance
shine with nonabrasive polish, such as Hope's Countertop Polish. |
|
| SINKS |
| Finish |
Matte/Satin |
|
|
| Cleaning |
Same as
above |
|
|
| Disinfecting |
Same as
above |
|
|
| Maintenance |
Occasionally
clean by filling the sink one-quarter full with a 50/50 water/bleach
solution. Let soak for 15 minutes, then wash sides and bottom as
solution drains. |
| REMOVING
CUTS & SCRATCHES |
| Finish |
Matte/satin |
Semigloss |
High-gloss |
|
Sand
with 180- or 220-grit fine sandpaper until the cut is gone. Restore
finish with an abrasive cleanser and a green Scotch-Brite pad. |
Sand
with 400-grit sandpaper. Restore finish with a nonabrasive cleanser and
a white Scotch-Brite pad. |
Sand
with 400-grit sandpaper. Wipe the surface and continue with 600-grit
sandpaper. Buff with white polishing compound and a low speed (1500-2000
rpm) polisher equipped with a wool pad. Finish with a countertop wax. |
|
