Silestone does not need to be sealed and cleaning is a cinch. Simply wipe the surface with soap and water on a regular basis to maintain its beauty and shine for years and years.

Difficult Spills : To remove difficult spills, soak the area for 10 minutes with a mild household cleaner (such as Formula 409®, Lysol®, or Windex®) then rinse and clean away with a soft Scotch Brite® pad. For stains that harden as they dry, such as food and gum, remove by gently scraping off of the surface (using a blade or putty remover) and then clean using warm water and soap.

Extreme Heat : Silestone is resistant to heat and can withstand moderately high temperatures for brief periods of time without being damaged. As with any natural stone, however, certain exposure to heat may cause cracks due to thermal shock. Always use a trivet to place hot items on Silestone. Do not use crock pots or electric skillets while in direct contact with Silestone natural quartz surfaces.

Harsh Chemicals : The following will harm Silestone: Drano®, Liquid Plummer®, oven cleaners and floor strippers. Do NOT use these or any other harsh chemicals on your Silestone natural quartz surface.

Sunlight Exposure : Continuous long-term exposure to direct sunlight (UV rays) may result in slight discoloration of Silestone natural quartz surfaces.

General Precautions : To prolong the life of your knives, always use a cutting board. Natural quartz is one of the hardest minerals found in nature, making Silestone highly scratch-resistant. That same hardness may dull the sharpness of most knives.

Care For Silestone Leather
Silestone® Leather™ with Microban® is a premium choice for interior surfacing. It is an exclusive texture that evokes a taste for the exotic.

Routine Care : Please be aware that Silestone Leather requires more daily maintenance than other Silestone products.

While Silestone Leather is easily maintained, it does require more daily cleaning to maintain an even tone on its surface. Because of the three-dimensional feel of its surface, daily living (such as fingerprints and interaction with cooking utensils) show more on Silestone Leather than on other Silestone products. To keep it looking like new, clean the surface often with soap and water or a mild, low-pH household cleaner.

Some colors may show wear more than others, however these are temporary signs of use. To clean these marks, as well as common spills, we recommend: Formula 409®, Fantastik®, Windex®, Bon Ami®, or other cleaning products containing vinegar.

As with other premium materials, such as wood flooring or leather products, consumers may use a conditioner to bring out the richness of Silestone Leather with Microban. Although the conditioner is not necessary, it can be used to heighten its color and luster. The use of a conditioner is purely temporary and will require either repeat applications to maintain a consistent luster on the surface or thorough cleaning to remove it.

Like other Silestone products, due to its non-porous nature, Silestone Leather does not need to be sealed.

Difficult Spills or Stains : For stubborn stains or spills, soak the area with one of the cleaners mentioned above for up to 10 minutes and gently clean away with a soft Scotch Brite® pad. Be sure to rinse off entirely and reapply conditioner if desired.

Common Use : The natural quartz in Silestone makes it the toughest interior surface available on the market. It resists scratching, staining and scorching better than any other natural stone or solid surface. Whereas a burning match will not scorch the surface, hot items may cause thermal shock. As advised by crock pot and electric skillet manufacturers, do not place these items directly on any countertop. Always use trivets when placing these and any other hot items on your countertops.

Do avoid excessive force or pressure because that may damage the surface.

Chemicals to Avoid : Caution: NO SURFACE IS INDESTRUCTIBLE. Although Silestone is one of the most durable materials on the countertop market, be aware that some products may damage its surface. DO NOT USE HARSH CHEMICALS SUCH AS DRANO®, LIQUID PLUMMER®, ANY OVEN CLEANER OR FLOOR STRIPPERS OR ADHESIVE REMOVERS ON ANY SILESTONE SURFACE.