Do not use cleaners that contain bleach, acids, ammonias, detergents, abrasives and oils (i.e. oven cleaners, Comet, Soft Scrub, SOS, products with pumice, batteries, paint removers, furniture strippers, silver tarnish removers, etc.).
Do not use cleaners that contain bleach, acids, ammonias, detergents, abrasives and oils (i.e. oven cleaners, Comet, Soft Scrub, SOS, products with pumice, batteries, paint removers, furniture strippers, silver tarnish removers, etc.).
Do not let blunt or heavy objects hit the surface—especially the edges—it can chip the stone. Heavy weight on counters is not recommended, so do not stand on countertops. Sliding abrasive objects (i.e. clay bowls, carbide-tipped tools, a sandy sole of a shoe, etc.) can also harm the surface.
Etch marks are a chemical burn that forms when acid, ammonia, or alcohol comes into contact with the calcium carbonate element that exists in certain natural stones (marble, travertine, limestone and dolomite). These marks look like the finish or the shine has been removed from the surface of the stone, and typically feel a little rough to the touch. Avoid acidic foods from sitting on the stone for prolonged periods of time. Again, get into the habit of cleaning up spills immediately.
High heat from items like toaster ovens, crock pots and coffee makers can cause seam adhesives to fail and thin strips to crack. Stone is heat resistant, but keep intense heat away from the seams and thin strips of your countertop to avoid these issues.