Corian® was created for a lifetime of easy care. Just
follow the simple guidelines listed here to keep your Corian® surfaces looking as fresh as the day they were installed. Your
care and maintenance kit will provide you with the tips and tools to help you enjoy your new Corian® top for years to come.
Routine
Care
There are three types of countertop finishes: matte/satin, semi-gloss and high-gloss*. Most
countertops are finished with a matte/satin finish. All sinks have a matte/satin finish. Soapy water, ammonia based cleaners
or commercially available solid surface cleaners will remove most dirt and residue from all types of finishes. Stubborn residue
will require a little stronger cleaner. Follow the recommendations on the next page to properly clean your countertop and
sink.
With over 100 colors and varying hues some colors may appear to require more frequent cleaning to maintain
a uniform finish. Darker colors tend to require more attention than lighter colors. Over time through care and use your countertop
will acquire a patina, changing the appearance of the finish.
*Contact your local Corian® sales expert if you are
unsure of your finish.
COUNTERTOPS
CLEANING ALL FINISHES Most dirt &
residue Wipe with damp cloth and wipe dry Difficult Spray residue with Cleaner for DuPont™ Corian® residue from Stone
Care International, wait for about 30 seconds for cleaner to work. Wipe dry with a paper towel. If residue persists, repeat
process. removing scratches. Disinfecting Occasionally wipe surface with dilute household bleach (1 part water/1 part bleach).
Rinse top REFURBISHING FINISHED GLOSS LEVEL Matte Rub entire surface with a green Scotch-Brite®* pad in a circular motion.
Rinse surface with water and wipe dry Semi-gloss Use a countertop polish (see list below) to help hide scratches and blend
in a uniform gloss level High-gloss Follow steps for semi-gloss or contact your dealer to arrange for professional refurbishment.
SINKS & LCleaning Follow procedures above or use Soft Scrub®** and a green Scotch-Brite®* pad to remove residue. Rub green
Scotch-Brite®* pad over entire sink to blend in finish. Disinfecting Occasionally fill sink 1⁄4 full with diluted household
bleach (1 part water/1 part bleach). Let stand for 15 minutes, then wash sides and bottom as solution drains. Use soapy water
or ammonia based cleaner, rinse and wipe dry. Water marks If residue still persists, follow directions for thoroughly with
water and wipe dry. AVATORIES Rinse sink with water.
*Registered trademark of the 3M Company **Registered trademark
of the Clorox Company.
•DO NOT get bleach solution in eyes or on bare skin. Always wearrubber
gloves and protective eyewear when working with bleach.
•Over the counter cleaners, such as,
Clean EnCounters® may be used for routine cleaning in place of soap and water.
•To enhance
the gloss level on semi-gloss and high-gloss finishes, use a countertop polish such as Countertop Magic®1, Hope’s Countertop
Polish®2 or Enhance Countertop Polish®3. Tops are non-pourous. Polish will just lay on tops.
1 Countertop
Magic is a registered trademark of Magic America Corp.
2 Hope’s Countertop Polish is a registered trademark
of The Hope Co.
3 Enhance Countertop Polish is a registered of Eastern Marble Co.
Preventing
Heat Damage
Corian® is an excellent material for heat resistance. As with all countertop materials,
it is important to use commonsense and minimize direct heat exposure to protect your surface and investment. Use heat trivets
or hot pads when placing hot objects on any surface. Allow cookwareto cool before placing them into a Corian® sink.
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.
• Do not cut
directly on Corian® countertops • Boiling water alone will not damage your Corian® sink, however it's a good practice
to run your faucet while pouring boiling water into your sink.