Care & Maintenance
Care & Maintenance Guide - Natural Stones
Care of Polished Granites
Products specifically labelled ‘Stone Safe’ are OK to use.
We recommend only using Stain-Proof Daily Countertop Cleaner as a daily cleaner.
Daily Countertop Cleaner is a gentle daily cleaner for Natural and Engineered Stone countertops.
It contains an invisible sealer to enhance protection and make surfaces easier to clean.
This is available from www.cleansealmarble.co.nz/buy-cleaning-products
Care of Honed and Leathered Granites
Do not use ‘Stone Safe’ cleaners as these surfaces have larger pores and trap
product residue. Do not use wax or polish.
We recommend only using Stain-Proof Daily Countertop Cleaner as a daily cleaner.
Daily Countertop Cleaner is a gentle daily cleaner for Natural and Engineered Stone countertops.
It contains an invisible sealer to enhance protection and make surfaces easier to clean.
This is available from www.cleansealmarble.co.nz/buy-cleaning-products
Care of all Marbles/Dolomites for all surface types
Etching is the biggest issue to avoid, from acids in food and drinks.
Immediately wipe any spills.
We recommend only using Stain-Proof Daily Countertop Cleaner as a daily cleaner.
Daily Countertop Cleaner is a gentle daily cleaner for Natural and Engineered Stone countertops.
It contains an invisible sealer to enhance protection and make surfaces easier to clean.
This is available from www.cleansealmarble.co.nz/buy-cleaning-products
Care of Quartzites for all surface types
This stone is extremely dense and requires a specialized high viscosity sealer.
The only product you should use is Hanafinn Rejuvenata.
This is available from https://www.cleansealmarble.co.nz/benchtop-cleaner
If you see water stains appear then dissipate over a few hours, it will need to be resealed.
This service is available from Lustre Ltd.
Click on link to view contact details. http://www.lustre.co.nz/
- Do not use citrus based cleaners on any type of natural stone.
- Do not put hot pans/pots straight onto benchtops of Engineered Stones. We recommend you use a pot stand, chopping board or trivet.
- Natural Stones are naturally heat resistant and heat damage would occur only if the stone was heated unevenly. Prevention is key therefore we always recommend using a pot stand, chopping board or trivet.
Should your top take on a product residue it will become cloudy, and the product residue will move around rather than clean off. It will need a deep clean. This service is available from Lustre Ltd.
For more involved cleaning or stubborn stains contact Lustre Ltd. Click on link to view contact details. https://www.lustre.co.nz/cleaning-sealing
Care & Maintenance Guide - Engineered Stone
Care of Engineered Stones
Click on the link below to refer to your Brands Supplier for Do’s and Don’ts.
- Caesarstone
https://caesarstone.co.nz/care-and-maintenance/mineral-surfaces/ - Prime Stone
https://www.primepanels.co.nz/technical-resources/?s=7191#7191 - Silestone
https://content.cosentino.com/silestone/documents-usa/For%20The%20Trade/SIL-15010_Silestone_Care_Maint_English.pdf - Trendstone
http://trendstonenz.co.nz/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Trendstone-Quartz-care-instructions.pdf - UniQuartz
https://uniquartz.co.nz/?s=Care+%26+Maintenance
Care & Maintenance Guide - Porcelain
Care of Porcelain
Click on the link below to refer to your Brands Supplier for Do’s and Don’ts.
- Dekton
https://www.cosentino.com/en-nz/dekton/maintenance/ - Florim
https://archant.co.nz/blog/articles/5-easy-ways-to-maintain-your-porcelain-benchtop-and-what-not-to-do.html - Neolith
https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6731e0450c20a1a1ebfe72b8/673482a05f7dbf4dbf52c8e0_neolith-cleaning-guide.pdf - Prime Porcelain
https://www.primepanels.co.nz/media/7493/prime-porcelain-tds-bpir-data-sheet-mar-2026-v101.pdf - Uniceramica: Uniceramica is a high-performance, non-porous sintered porcelain surface. It needs very simple routine care to stay in top shape.
- Daily Cleaning
- Soap and water: Wipe the surface regularly using a soft cloth, warm water, and a mild household detergent.
- Drying: Dry the benchtop or tile surface with a clean towel or microfiber cloth to prevent water streaks.
- Stain and Spill Management
- Act fast: Clean up spills (like wine, coffee, or citrus) promptly.
- Tough marks: For stubborn spots, use a gentle non-abrasive cleaner or a melamine sponge (like a Magic Eraser) with your standard cleaner.
- Avoid harsh chemicals: Do not use high-alkaline oven cleaners, hydrofluoric acid, or heavy metal scouring pads that can damage or dull the finish.
- Heat and Cut Resistance
- Heat safe: Uniceramica has exceptional heat resistance, meaning hot pots and pans can be placed directly on the surface without scorching.
- Protect knives: Always use a cutting board instead of slicing directly on the porcelain to protect your knife blades.
- No sealing needed: Because porcelain is entirely non-porous, it never requires sealing or specialized waxes.
- Daily Cleaning
