Kitchen - Care & Maintenance

CORIAN

CORIAN was created for a lifetime of easy care. Here are a few simple tips to keep your CORIAN surfaces looking as fresh as they looked the day they were installed.

There are three types of countertop finishes: matte, semi-gloss and high-gloss. If you are uncertain about what finish you have, call your Authorised Dealer.

All CORIAN sinks and bowls have the matte finish. Soapy water or ammonia-based cleaners will remove most dirt and stains from all types of finishes. However, slightly different techniques must be used to remove difficult stains, depending on the finish.

For further instructions on the cleaning of the various finishes, refer to the CORIAN Care & Maintenance Tips brochure.


Preventing Heat and Other Damage

Although Corian® is quite resistant to heat, you should always use a hot pad or a trivet with rubber feet to protect Corian®. Hot pans, as well as some heat-generating appliances like frying pans or electric cooking pots, can damage the surface if a hot pad or trivet is not used.

In most cases, Corian® can be repaired if it is accidentally damaged. However, be sure to follow these guidelines 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.
  • Remove nail polish with a non-acetone-based polish remover and flush with water.
  • Do not cut directly on Corian® countertops.


Removing Stains and Fixing Scratches or Burns

Nicks, scratches and cuts are inevitable with any high-use product, including Corian®. But because Corian® is solid all the way through, it is easy to renew to its original appearance as described below.

Minor damage, including scratches, general or chemical stains, scorches or burns, and minor impact marks, can be repaired on-site with a light abrasive cleanser and a product such as a Scotch-Brite* pad. For heavier damage, light sanding may be necessary. The following steps should be followed:

  • Identify the extent of the damage and ascertain whether a minor repair will solve the problem. You may want to consult with your supplier of Corian®.
  • If the damage is minor, try to repair it with an abrasive cleanser or a product such as a Scotch-Brite* pad.
  • If the above step is unsuccessful, hand-sand with 400-grit wet and dry paper. To minimize dust, wet the surface before starting.
  • If this is unsuccessful, use an electric sander and heavier-grit paper. Always make provisions to control dust.
  • If this, too, is unsuccessful, you may need to consult a professional for other repair options. In this case, contact your supplier of Corian® for assistance.

Renewing Corian®

Nicks. Stains. Cuts. Scratches. While these can permanently mar most other surfaces, they won’t compromise the appearance of Corian® solid surfaces. That’s because it’s easy to restore Corian® to its original state, using an ordinary abrasive cleanser and a cleansing pad such as a green Scotch-Brite* pad.

And, if damage does occur, Corian® can be repaired on site, saving both downtime and aggravation.

*Scotch-Brite is a trademark of the 3M Company.