Quartz is one of the easiest worktops to live with. A few simple habits will keep it looking new for years.
Everyday cleaning
Warm water, a little washing-up liquid and a soft cloth are all you need. Dry with a microfibre cloth for a streak-free shine on polished quartz. Quartz is non-porous, so it never needs sealing.
What to avoid
- Very hot pans. Quartz contains resin, so always use a trivet for pans straight from the hob or oven.
- Harsh chemicals. Avoid bleach, oven cleaner, paint stripper and strong alkaline cleaners.
- Abrasive pads. Scouring pads can dull the surface over time.
- Chopping directly on it. Quartz is very hard, but use a board to protect your knives and the surface.
Stubborn marks
For dried-on food, soften with warm soapy water and gently lift with a plastic scraper. For limescale around taps, a diluted mild descaler can be used briefly, then rinsed and dried.
Honed and leather finishes
Matt finishes such as Pebble and Misty Cloud can show oily fingermarks more than polished quartz. A quick wipe with a damp microfibre cloth keeps them even.
Protecting the edges and joins
Edges and corners take the most knocks. Avoid banging heavy pans or cast iron against them, and do not stand on the worktop to reach high cupboards. Joins are bonded and colour-matched at fitting and need no special care, but avoid prising anything against them.
Around the sink
Wipe standing water around the sink and tap regularly, especially in hard water areas such as London, to stop limescale building up. A dry microfibre cloth after washing up keeps polished quartz gleaming.
Sunlight and outdoors
Quartz is designed for indoor use. Strong, direct sunlight over many years can affect the resin in some colours, so for outdoor kitchens or very sunny conservatories we recommend Dekton instead.
If something goes wrong
Small chips can usually be repaired invisibly by a professional. We offer quartz repairs, so get in touch with a photo and we will advise.
Our guarantee
Our fabrication and installation is guaranteed for 15 years, on top of the manufacturer's warranty on the stone itself. See our 15 year guarantee.
In short
- Warm soapy water and a soft cloth, every day.
- Always use a trivet for hot pans.
- Avoid bleach, oven cleaner and abrasive pads.
- Never needs sealing.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use bleach on quartz?
Avoid it. Strong chemicals such as bleach and oven cleaner can damage the resin. Mild washing-up liquid is ideal.
Does quartz need sealing?
No. Quartz is non-porous and never needs sealing.
Can I put a hot pan on quartz?
Use a trivet. Direct, high heat can mark the resin.