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Care

Caring for large-format porcelain

There isn't much to it. That's most of the point.

Daily cleaning

Warm water and a mild soap or all-purpose cleaner is all you need. A soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge is fine on any finish.

Stains and spills

Wipe them up when convenient, not urgently — porcelain doesn't absorb liquids, so nothing is soaking in while you get to it.

What to avoid

Skip steel wool and abrasive scouring pads on polished finishes, and skip strong acids like undiluted vinegar or bleach on a regular basis.

Sealing

None needed, ever. There's no sealer to reapply and no schedule to keep track of.

Outdoor surfaces

Rinse with water occasionally to clear dust and pollen. Sun, rain and freeze-thaw cycles don’t affect it.

A short list of things not to do

Harsh acids and ammonia

Strong descalers and ammonia-based cleaners can dull a polished finish over time. Everyday products are fine.

Abrasive pads

No scouring powder, steel wool or rough pads. You are more likely to scratch the finish than the body underneath it.

Letting dye sit

Permanent marker and hair dye should be rinsed off rather than left overnight.

Knocking an exposed edge

The surface handles heat and wear easily. A dropped cast iron pan onto a corner is the one thing worth being careful about.

Specific spills

Grease and oil

A neutral pH degreasing cleaner, left for a minute, then wiped and rinsed.

Wine, coffee, juice

Warm water and soap will almost always take it. These very rarely leave anything behind.

Hard water and limescale

Common around sinks and in showers. Use a limescale cleaner made for porcelain, then rinse and dry.

Ink and dye

Rinse with water first, then a gentle cleaner, then dry. Do not start with solvent.

Anything you are unsure about

Call us first, at 678.622.0556. There is never a charge for answering a question about something we installed.

Questions about a specific surface?

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