• Use a trivet or pad for setting down hot pots and pans.
• Most counters will chip or dent if they are hit with a heavy object, so try not to bang heavy pots or equipment on them.
• Do your chopping and dicing on a wooden or plastic chopping board, not the bare counter. Chopping boards prevent scratches and dents in the counter surface, which are unsightly and can harbor dangerous bacteria.

Granite Certified by DuPont

For everyday cleaning, wipe down granite with a damp cloth. Sealed granite is resistant to most stains. The best way to prevent stains on your granite is to treat its surface once a year with DuPont Natural Stone Sealer. For stubborn stains, use DuPont Natural Stone Revitalizer. Our Revitalizer cleans with a gentle formula that removes soils, while reinforcing the original protective seal to help prevent future staining.  

Corian® and Simplicity™

After each use, simply wipe down a solid surface countertop with a sponge and a weak solution of dishwashing liquid in water. Scrub stubborn stains with scouring powder and a damp sponge. Smooth out blemishes, minor burns, and scratches with a piece of 200- to 300-grit sandpaper. Then, smooth the previously scarred surface with very fine 800-grit sandpaper.

Zodiaq®

Quartz surfacing such as Zodiaq® is a nearly indestructible material. It is resistant to stains caused by wine, fruit juices, liquid food coloring, tea, nail polish and remover, and felt-tip markers. It's non-porous nature makes it easy to clean, making it a food-safe choice. Though the quartz surface can briefly tolerate moderate temperatures for a brief time, it can be damaged by high heat and prolonged exposure to heat. Use a hot pad or trivet when placing a hot pan on it.

Remember, strong chemicals and solvents or excessive heat will damage any surface material.