Your client is opening their new kitchen and will probably want to take care of it 110% to make sure it looks as beautiful as the first day. Although cleaning methods and products differ depending on the material, here are 6 basic tips you can give your customers for the care of their beautiful countertops.
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Daily cleaning
Keeping the countertop clean will help it stay in good condition longer. Let your customers know that a little water and mild soap will suffice for daily cleanings. Drying the worktop after cleaning is important, so your customers will avoid stains and water marks on the surface.
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Goodbye spots
Being aware of stains and acting fast will make a big difference in the maintenance of the worktop. Remind your customers that if they take care of the dirt when it has a short time, they will prevent the grease from getting into it and the worktop from becoming contaminated and deteriorating.
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Say yes to the cutting boards
It may seem like a good idea to your customers to cut and chop food on the counter, however, continued use can leave some marks and the fluids and juices from the food they cut can be deposited there, which will give the countertop a dirty look and is also unhygienic.
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Avoid extreme heat
Sources of extreme heat such as freshly used pans and trays should be prohibited. Recommend that your customers use silicone protectors or wooden bases to place hot objects, this is a small action that countertops will appreciate.
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Beware of cleaning products
There are different specialized products for worktop materials, so your customers need to know which of them are appropriate or not for the cleaning of their worktop and thus avoid damage to finishes and deterioration of the material.
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Do not overdo it!
Countertops, no matter what the material, have a coating that protects them against stains and heat. If your customers insist on cleaning it excessively, they will end up ruining this cover. Also, it’s a good idea to advise them to clean it in circles, so the material suffers less from friction.
These are just a few tricks for your customers to take care of their worktop. As a professional you can advise them better depending on the material of his worktop so that the results are impeccable and the satisfaction of your customers, just as the worktop is kept at 110%.
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