Hembry Creek SWUT370BRS Use and Care Manual
Contents
1. XYL EM CARE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS r BRAZILIAN SLATE VANITY TOP WHERE IDEAS FLOW All Sizes CLEANING e Follow general cleaning requirements that prevent staining and surface dulling e Wipe up spills immediately with a soft sponge even if a spill is just water e Dust the countertop daily Dust particles left to accumulate rub against the countertop and create microscopic scratches e Over time the scratches will build up and lead to a marred clouded finish e Wash the slate countertop regularly with a damp sponge and mild non acidic non antibacterial cleaner POLISHING e Maintain the slate countertop s lustrous sheen by routinely polishing it with mineral oil e To polish pour a drop of mineral oil onto thecountertop s surface Smear the oil around the countertop using a soft cotton cloth Buff the oil into the slate working in circular motions e Continuously fold over the cloth to expose a dry portion e Apply mineral oil weekly for the first few months after installation then once a month thereafter SCRATCHES e Softness commonly characterizes slate meaning slate countertops are prone to scratching However the softness also makes scratch removal simple e If an object was dragged across the countertop leaving a line etched in the slate buff away the scratch with 120 grit sandpaper e Once the scratch is removed wipe away the sanding particles then moisten the area and finish sand with 220 grit wet dry sand2. paper e Wipe away the particles again and rub the area with mineral oil to repolish RESEALING e Xylem slate countertops are fabricated at the factory with permanence in mind but finishes in heavy use areas can gradually diminish making the slate susceptible to food and liquid stains e Polishing with mineral oil on a regular basis goes a long way in protecting a slate countertop e To ensure an adequate seal reapply an appropriate stone sealer approximately every two years e You ll know your countertop is past due for resealing when water drops no longer bead on the surface For customer support please visit www xylem biz or call 866 395 8112 weekdays 8 00 to 5 00 EST or fax 866 395 8113 any time
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search