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SECTION 11 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
To maintain grout appearance, apply a
porous stone protector or grout sealer after the
grout has been cleaned and is thoroughly dry
(usually about 24 hours after cleaning).
Quality brand tile cleaning products may be
found at many flooring sales centers or home
improvement retail centers.
NOTE: Always follow manufacturer's
directions closely for best results and
always test on a small inconspicuous
area before using on entire floor surface.
CABINETRY – CLEANING
Wooden items may be cleaned with a soft
cloth and a good quality wood finish cleaning
product.
Vinyl simulated wood panels may be cleaned
with a mild, water-based cleaner and a soft cloth.
Do not use solvents on vinyl wood panels.
NOTE: Many cabinetry and furniture items
throughout this motor home are
constructed either partially or
completely of real hardwoods. Because
of natural variations in woodgrain
density, slight differences in stain hue
may exist between one item and another.
This is the distinctive character and
beauty of real wood.
SOLID SURFACE
COUNTERTOP – CORIAN
®
Care and Maintenance
You can easily maintain the beauty of your
countertop with little effort, under most
circumstances, using a window spray cleaner,
warm soapy water, or other general purpose
spray cleaner. You can also use liquid or gel-type
cleaners containing bleach. Because the material
is nonporous, stains cannot penetrate below the
surface and will nearly always disappear using
these cleaning methods.
If a stain has dried on,
allow the cleaner or
soapy water time to soften the area, after which
the stain will wipe off.
If the stain is not water-base or oil-base
material, you may need to gently remove it using
a plastic scraper (disposable plastic knife for
example) followed by normal cleaning methods
described above.
You may want to scrub
the entire surface
periodically. Do this lightly and evenly with a
mild abrasive powdered or liquid cleaner.
Always use a cutting board
rather than
slicing foods directly on your countertop. The
underside of one of your sink covers will provide
an easily accessible cutting surface. This will
keep your countertop looking its best and
minimize care efforts. (An occasionally sanding
with a medium grade (120 grit) sandpaper will
remove any cut marks accumulated on the sink
cover bottom).
To remove cuts and scratches,
use a more
aggressive cleaning powder such as Comet
®
, a
moistened steel wool soap pad, or green scouring
pad. We recommend that you finish the entire
surface using the same cleaning material and
scrubbing method to maintain a uniform
appearance.
If you prefer a glossier look,
follow up with
a good quality furniture polish or a liquid
automotive wax (non-cleaner type).
Use trivets and “hot pads”
under hot
cooking pans. Do not set hot pots or pans directly
from the stove or oven onto the counter. The solid
surface material is extremely heat resistant, but
sudden contact by a very hot material with a cold
countertop surface could cause a crack that
would need to be repaired. Likewise,
concentrated high heat sources in a small area,
such as a crock pot or an electric griddle may
cause a crack. We strongly recommend using a
trivet under these. Also do not allow candles to
burn directly on the counter surface.
Avoid paint remover or oven cleaner.
The
solid surface material is also resistant to most
chemical substances but exposure to some harsh
chemicals and solvents such as these can cause
damage that would need professional repair or
replacement. If one of these materials does spill
or drip onto the counter surface, wipe it up
immediately to avoid damage.
