Routine Care and Cleaning

Wilsonart^® Flooring

When it comes to maintenance, Wilsonart Contract Flooring is all about minimalism. Simply follow these basic maintenance guidelines to keep your beautiful floor looking like new for years to come:

Routine cleaning: Vacuum or use a dry electrostatic cleaner to remove loose dirt and debris. Do NOT use Wet mops or Wipes containing oil, polishes, waxes or detergents such as Swiffer® Wet products.

Spot cleaning: Wilsonart Flooring Cleaner (Ready-To-Use spray bottle) may be sprayed directly on the floor and wiped with a flat-bottom cotton/terrycloth mop.

Deep cleaning: Damp mop using two ounces of Wilsonart Flooring Cleaner (Concentrate) diluted in a gallon of warm water and a cotton string or terrycloth mop. NEVER wash mop head in regular laundry detergent, soap or fabric softener (a residue can build up in the mop head and be transferred to the floor).

Preventive maintenance: Use felt pads on furniture legs and walk-off mats at outside entrances to prevent scratches and preserve the appearance of the floor.

Wilsonart Flooring Care and Maintenance Guidelines

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Wilsonart® Solid Surface

The Care and Maintenance Kit provided during your installation provides the necessary tips along with several helpful tools. An educational DVD is included which contains detailed ways to safeguard your investment and keep it looking fresh. If you have not received a kit, please contact the installer or place of purchase.

Finishes
There are four types of finishes that can be supplied on your Wilsonart® Solid Surface by your fabricator/installer. The following simple definitions should assist with key items to consider when choosing a finish and necessary maintenance.

Matte – Recommended standard finish especially in high traffic areas with low or no sheen and normally requires the least maintenance.

Satin – Slightly higher sheen that may require more attention depending on traffic and use.

Semi-gloss – Higher sheen with some reflection requires special consumer instructions, not suggested for a high traffic or high use areas, may require a certified fabricator to maintain, service charge may apply.

Gloss – Recommended for vertical surface only, requires certified fabricator to maintain finish, service charge may apply.

Darker patterns may need more frequent attention to maintain a uniform finish.

Over time with use and general cleaning the surface finish will appear to change. We recommend to periodically clean the entire surface following the guidelines for removing stubborn residue to restore or maintain the original finish.

General Cleaning
For day to day cleaning, warm soapy water or non-abrasive household cleaners such as glass cleaner, Fantastik®, Formula 409® or commercially available solid surface cleaners will remove most residues. Then rinse and towel dry the surface to prevent spotting especially in areas with hard water. For a final touch, you may apply Protect All Shine Plus™ to your countertop for a clean, dry professional appearance.

For stubborn residue that will not come out with day to day cleaning methods requires a slightly stronger cleaner. The following suggestions will assist you to remove stubborn residue and refurbish the finish.

Removing Stubborn Residue
Matte:
Apply an abrasive cleaner like Bon-ami®, Comet® or Ajax® and a damp sponge, buff in a circular motion. Then rinse and towel dry.

Satin:
Apply a mild abrasive cleaner such as Soft Scrub® and a damp sponge, rub in a circular motion. Then rinse and towel dry. If additional blending is necessary, lightly buff with a gray (7448) Scotch-Brite™ pad then rinse and towel dry.

Semi-Gloss:
Apply soapy water and with a white Scotch-Brite™ pad rub in a circular motion. Then rinse and towel dry.

Gloss Finish:
This finish is limited to mild detergents or nonabrasive cleaners with a soft cloth.

Removing Minor Cuts & Scratches
Wilsonart® Solid Surface is completely renewable since the color goes all the way through. The following guideline will assist with removing minor cuts and scratches.

Apply an abrasive cleaner like Bon-ami®, Comet® or Ajax® and a damp green Scotch-Brite™ pad, rub in a circular motion. Rinse and begin blending in a circular motion in progress steps until achieving uniform finish.

Matte (blending):
With damp sponge and the same abrasive cleaner, buff in a circular motion. Rinse and towel dry.

Satin (blending):
Apply a mild abrasive cleaner such as Soft Scrub® and a damp sponge, buff in a circular motion. Then rinse and towel dry. If additional blending is necessary lightly buff with a gray (7448) Scotch-Brite™ pad then rinse and towel dry.

Semi-Gloss (blending):
Apply a mild abrasive cleaner such as Soft Scrub® and a damp sponge, buff in a circular motion. Rinse and lightly buff with a gray (7448) Scotch-Brite™ pad. Rinse again then follow with a white Scotch-Brite™ lightly buff in a circular motion. Rinse and towel dry.

Gloss Finish:
Specialized tooling is normally required to achieve and maintain a gloss finish. Please contact your fabricator for assistance. Service charge may apply.

Should there be a variation with the surface finish, proceed with the blending step over the entire surface. For a final touch, you may apply Protect All Shine Plus™ to your countertop for a clean, dry professional appearance.

Simple Precautions
Although Wilsonart Solid Surface can be renewed or repaired if necessary by a professional fabricator, it’s best to try and avoid serious damage by following these few simple guidelines.

Preventing Heat Damage
Although Wilsonart Solid Surface is heat resistant, common sense should be applied concerning exposure to direct heat. As with all types of countertops use solid trivets with rubber tip feet or flame resistant heat mats when placing hot objects, heat producing appliances such as electric skillets, crock pots, etc. on the countertop.

Protecting the Surface

• Avoid exposing the surface to harsh chemicals such as paint removers/thinners, acetone based cleaners, stove/drain cleaners, etc. If these come in contact with the surface, quickly wash off with water, using the appropriate safety measures to avoid injury.
• Do not cut directly on the surface of your countertop, always use a cutting board. While minor cuts and scratches can be repaired by the consumer, deeper cuts may require service of a professional at an added expense.
• Do not stand or sit on the countertop

Material Source

Cleansers: Bon-ami®, Comet® or Ajax®, Soft Scrub	Local retailer
Green/Blue, White Scotch-Brite™	Local retailer
3M Scotch-Brite™	Provided in Care Kit
Ultra Fine Hand Pad 7448	Local Home Center 3M Customer Service: 800-472-1190
Protect All Shine Plus®	Protect All, Inc www.protectallshineplus.com 800-322-4491

Wilsonart Solid Surface Care and Maintenance Guidelines PDF

Wilsonart Decorative Metals

Type 401:
A-Look Mirror Quality Decorative Metal For A-Look Mirror Quality Decorative Metals, household cleaners, ammoniated detergents or glass cleaners may be used. When cleaning A-Look Decorative Metals gold-finished panels, use only a soft cloth and normal glass cleaners.

Types 414, 416 & 420:
For the Artisan Group and Solid Polished Brass surfaces, use only glass cleaners that are free of ammonia and petroleum products.

Types 418 & 419:
It is recommended that anodized aluminum surfaces be cleaned with warm water and mild soaps such as those used for hands or dishes. Do not use cleaners that contain abrasives, acids or alkalis, as they will mar the surface. After washing, always wipe the surface completely dry with a soft, clean cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a thin, clean oil and dry cloth.

Wilsonart HD Sinks

General Cleaning

We thank you for selecting Wilsonart® HD sinks or lavatory bowls for your home. Providing minimal care and proper maintenance, your Wilsonart HD sink or bowl will look and perform for many years to come.

Wilsonart HD sinks are made of 100% acrylic surface combined with a fiber reinforced (FRP) polymer. The surface is a non-porous, very hygienic, highly stain resistant, and is extremely durable. Its luxurious satin finish enables the sink to keep its beauty for years with minimum day to day care and maintenance.

The Wilsonart HD sink surface may be cleaned with warm water and mild soaps, such as those used for hands and dishes. For more aggressive cleaning, Scotch-Brite™ pad and Comet®, Ajax®, Soft-Scrub® or any other powder detergent is recommended. Do not use cleansers that contain acids or alkalis; as they will damage the surface. Exercise extreme caution in using drain cleaners as they may damage the sink. Make sure the drain cleaning agent goes down the drain outlet and it does not sit in the basin.

Simple Precautions

• Run warm water if pouring boiling water in sink
• Allow cookware to cool before placing in sink
• Do not expose the surface to harsh chemicals, such as paint remover, turpentine, nail polish remover (acetone) or stove and drain cleaners. If the chemicals come in contact with the surface, immediately wash them off with water, using appropriate safety measures to avoid injury.

As with all Wilsonart products, regular maintenance will keep your Wilsonart product looking great and performing at a high quality for many years.

Wilsonart Solid Surface Sinks

General Cleaning

We thank you for selecting Wilsonart® Solid Surface sinks or lavatory bowls for your home. Providing minimal care and proper maintenance, your Wilsonart Solid Surface sink or bowl will look and perform for many years to come.

Wilsonart Solid Surface sinks and bowls are composed of a proprietary mixture of resins and minerals. Wilsonart Solid Surface sinks and bowls are completely homogeneous and are very hygienic, highly stain resistant, and extremely durable. The full-toned color has a consistent, uniform pigment throughout the thickness of each bowl. Its luxurious matte finish enables the sink to keep its beauty for years with minimum day to day care and maintenance.

There may be a slight variation in color when sinks and lavatories are bonded to a similar Wilsonart Solid Surface solid color panel. This is considered normal and not a color issue.

Wilsonart® Solid Surface sinks and bowls may be cleaned with warm water and mild soaps, such as those used for hands and dishes. Mild abrasive cleaners such as Bon-ami®, Comet® or Soft Scrub® also work very well.

For stubborn residue, apply one of the mild abrasives cleaners above and with a green Scotch-Brite™ pad, buff in a circular motion over the entire sink to blend finish.

Simple Precautions

• Run warm water if pouring boiling water in sink
• Allow cookware to cool before placing in sink
• Do not expose the surface to harsh chemicals, such as paint remover, turpentine, nail polish remover (acetone) or stove and drain cleaners. If the chemicals come in contact with the surface, immediately wash them off with water, using appropriate safety measures to avoid injury.