Stone Care & Maintenance

Stone Benchtop Tips

The team at Wide Bay Stone are dedicated to their craft and are passionate about ensuring all of the stone they supply and use for installations is of the highest quality and lasts for many years to come.
Most Popular Types Of Stone Benchtops:

• Engineered stone benchtops are a popular choice for kitchens as they are attractive, low maintenance and practical.
• Marble benchtops, splashbacks and backlit feature walls or panels deliver a stylish look.
• Granite is an ideal stone for kitchen benchtops as it is stylish and durable with a variety of colour options.

Maintenance Tips For Stone Benchtops:

• Clean up any liquid spillages or stains as quickly as possible using a damp cloth.
• Remove stains by using warm soapy water and a damp cloth.
• Use non-scratch sponges.
• Avoid over-scrubbing in case it damages the surface of your benchtop.
• For stubborn stains, a specialised crème cleanser may be suited but check with the manufacturer first.
• To keep your benchtop looking in top condition, clean with a pH neutral, non-toxic, streak-free cleaning agent and wipe off with a microfibre cloth.

Things To Avoid:

• Acid or alkaline cleaners
• Extreme heat
• Using the bench to prepare food without a chopping board in place to protect the bench
• Scouring pads or sponges

Frequently Asked Questions