Having quartz countertops in your kitchen is a budget-friendly alternative to more expensive stones such as granite or marble. However, quartz can be just as beautiful as these other stones, and many people prefer them because they are easier to keep clean. Being a non-porous material, quartz is resistant to stains in a way other stones aren’t. Although quartz is easy to clean, it’s still important to do it properly to ensure your countertops stay as gorgeous as the day you installed them.
Keeping quartz countertops clean is easy. Follow these four easy steps to make your countertops sparkle.
Wipe with a Microfiber Cloth
Quartz is non-porous and low-maintenance, so wiping it down with a damp microfiber cloth every day is a simple habit that will keep it clean. When you’re ready to thoroughly clean your counters, wiping them down with a damp cloth should be your first step. Microfiber is the preferred cloth material because it doesn’t leave streaks, and it picks up more than cloths with looser weaves.
Use Mild Detergent to Remove Grime
We all get grime and mysterious sticky substances on our counters. Removing stuck-on gunk from quartz is easy. Use warm water and mild detergent or a neutral cleaner to remove anything from the surface. This step also sanitizes your counters to make them safe for food prep.
Wipe Again with a Dry Cloth
You don’t want soap residue to stay behind on your counters, so after you clean them with detergent, wipe them again with a dry microfiber cloth. Wiping again with a dry cloth will pick up any excess water, soap, or dirt that you left behind on your last pass.
Finish Off with Quartz Polish
Now that your counters are nice and clean, you want them to sparkle! Use a recommended brand of quartz polish to protect the surface. Quartz polish provides additional disinfectant, buffs out scratches, and some even provide UV protection to prevent fading.
Quartz Countertops from Spencer Granite
Update your kitchen with gorgeous quartz countertops from Spencer Granite! We supply slabs from all the major quartz manufacturers so you can find countertops that match your style and fit your budget.