Nowadays, kitchens are undoubtedly one of the busiest rooms in our homes. They are visited by all members of the family and sometimes also by various guests. For this reason, worktops are a major source of waste and bacteria accumulation. It is very important to keep the worktop always clean and in good condition, in order to take care of our health. We must preserve the quality of the food we constantly handle on them.

In recent years, the consumer has become more demanding, and the variety in this field has grown considerably. Factors such as aesthetics, durability, economy and, of course, fashion, have become decisive when choosing a worktop. In this context, we are going to take a closer look at the cleaning process you should follow, depending on the material you have chosen. Let's take a look at the different types of worktops available.

MARBLE WORKTOP

Marble is back in fashion and has become one of the most widely used materials for kitchen worktops. Users tend to choose marble worktops for their beauty and elegance. In addition, it is important to bear in mind that it is a very delicate material and requires great care if we want to preserve its good appearance.

Its porous composition makes it easily absorb stains, such as oil stains, so cleaning and maintenance must be constant.

For optimal bactericidal cleaning and disinfection, and if you also want to remove deeper stains, you will need to apply a specific product. We recommend BelCare's Granite, Marble and Natural Stone Worktop Disinfectant Cleaner.

GRANITE WORKTOPS

Granite is a widely used material thanks to its great resistance. One drawback is its porous composition, which, although less than marble, makes it absorb liquids easily, so it is essential to act quickly when faced with any stain in order to maintain its shine and cleanliness for a longer period of time.

To remove everyday stains on granite worktops, using a microfibre cloth to remove dust and applying a mixture of soapy water will be enough to restore its original appearance. For more stubborn stains, you will have to use other products and techniques.

But if what you really want is to protect your worktop and prevent dirt from penetrating the pores of the stone, you will need to protect it with a daily use protector such as BelCare's Hydro-Oleophobic Protector against water and oil for Granite, Marble and Natural Stone Worktops.

QUARTZ WORKTOP: SILESTONE ®, COMPAC ®, SILESTONE®, COMPAC®.

Quartz agglomerate worktops include the famous Silestone ® worktops by Cosentino and others such as Compac ®, Caesarstone ® or Zodiac ®. The composition of this material is non-porous. So it is very difficult for it to absorb liquids. Unless you leave the stain for a long period of time.

It is essential to make into account the great variety of existing tonalities in this type of worktops. And that at the same time they have different considerations and care. Dark tones are the most difficult to maintain.

It is recommended to avoid cleaning these worktops with chemical products such as ammonia or bleach. As they could damage the material. Nor should liquids containing waxes, sealants or polishes be applied. These create an artificial film that gradually leaves residue on the worktop, which alternates between colour and shine. It is necessary to keep an eye on the products used on a daily basis. That is why treatments such as the complete cleaning kit for quartz, Silestone® or Compac® from BelCare are the most recommended.

CERAMIC WORKTOP: DEKTON ®, NEOLITH ®, NEOLITH ®

Ceramic is one of the most modern and innovative materials, highly resistant to abrasion and scratches and does not require a great deal of maintenance. It is also known by the manufacturer's names such as Dekton ® or Neolith ®. Thanks to its almost zero porosity, it practically does not absorb stains. It also has another great advantage. Due to its large dimensions, many of the pieces can be installed without joints or semi-invisible joints, preventing the accumulation of dirt.

Daily cleaning of porcelain worktops is very simple. But like all worktops, it requires care with suitable products so that the worktop retains the shine and appearance of the first day. To do this, you need a complete cleaning, scratch repair and polishing treatment such as the BelCare Ceramic Worktop Cleaning Kit.

WORKTOP IN CORIAN ®, KRION ®

This material is still one of the most unknown in the market. It is a resin-based material that allows a high level of modelling. Therefore, there are no visible joints in its installation. It is also characterised by its translucent properties, as well as its hardness and resistance to abrasion and chemical products.

This material is suitable for interiors and exteriors, due to its high resistance to the sun's ultraviolet rays. It is non-porous, so the removal of dirt is easy, if you follow a daily maintenance. With BelCare's complete Corian® / Krion® worktop cleaning kit, you can clean and repair small marks at the same time.

WHICH PRODUCTS ARE BEST FOR KEEPING YOUR KITCHEN WORKTOP LOOKING AS GOOD AS NEW?

At Maser we are always committed to quality and good worktop maintenance. We offer you a wide variety of products within the BelCare range of chemicals.

Do you want to keep your worktop as good as new?

1. Clean your worktop without damaging the surface

First of all, we recommend using a cleaning product, preferably neutral and antibacterial and specific for the material of your worktop. It should be easy to apply, so the spray format is the most suitable. With the help of a microfibre cloth, spread the product with circular movements.

Once the surface is clean, it is very important to remove any excess residue with clean water.

2. Protect or repair the kitchen worktop or bathroom surfaces.

Secondly, in the case of marble or granite worktops, it is essential to use a protector. Natural stone is porous. Therefore, we must protect it against the penetration of liquids such as water, oil, grease, wine etc. To do this, we must use a water-repellent protector.

We recommend applying the protector every 4/6 months in areas of heavy use.

If our surface is made of Quartz or Ceramic, we do not need to protect it as the material is not porous. This is one of the advantages of Silestone, Compac, Dekton and Neolith worktops. But if we find ourselves with traces of marks or light scratches. Such as those produced by kitchen utensils such as pots and pans, which the cleaner cannot remove. To make them disappear, we should apply the repairer with a sponge and rub in circles until it disappears.

3. Polish your worktop and give it the shine it deserves

Finally, to get the most out of your worktop, we recommend using a spray polish.

You will be able to keep the polished surfaces with their natural shine as the first day.

If your worktop has lost its shine and natural look. Don't worry, BelCare's specific polishes will help you to recover the shine. Whether it is Silestone, granite, Dekton, marble or others.

With a simple and easy application with a microfibre cloth, you will get your worktop looking like the first day,

A final touch for your worktop that you can't miss every day.

Kits for the daily maintenance of your worktop

Complete BelCare worktop cleaning treatment kits.

BelCare is the professional care and cleaning solution for natural stone, quartz and ceramic. If you want your surfaces to shine and be protected like the first day, it is the best choice. As well as being the most efficient and effective method for cleaning, repairing and maintaining all types of worktops, don't hesitate to choose it.

The range of kits are specifically designed for each type of material on which it will be used. It is composed of a cleaner, protector and polish. It also includes everything you need for protection during use. That is to say, a pair of plastic gloves, a cloth and a sponge for its application.

And not forgetting that all our products have the Food Safe seal, which certifies the safety of food handling on the surface once it has been treated.

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