How to Clean Corian Countertops
Corian countertops were hugely popular in the 80s, but have recently started to make a comeback. They are durable, scratch and gouge resistant and available in a wide variety of colors and styles. Cleaning them requires a slightly different method than other counter materials.
Corian is a popular material for kitchen and bathroom counters. With proper cleaning these counters can be long lasting.
What You'll Need:
- Clean sponge
- Microfiber cloth
- Hard water stain cleaner
- Mild abrasive cleanser
- Dish soap
- Bleach disinfectant spray
- Fill the sink with warm water a few drops of mild dish soap. This is usually enough to clean the counter for everyday use. Sponge the soapy mixture onto the counter and clean away any visible stains or grime. Rinse the counter so that all the soap is removed, and use the microfiber cloth to remove the moisture. Leaving the surface wet will cause a film to form that is hard to deal with.
- Use the mild abrasive cleaner to clean tougher spots. Bar Keeper's Friend and Soft Scrub are good mild abrasives that won't damage the counter. Be sure you're using the mild version as many of these products have both a mild or an extreme abrasive version. This can also be used to remove small scratches that can occur with everyday use. Rinse away and dry completely will done.
- Disinfect the counters by spraying a light mist of bleach solution or other disinfectant spray. If you're using bleach you want to mix no more than 1 part bleach to 3 parts water to avoid damaging the surface. Allow the solution to sit for 5-10 minutes, then wipe away with a microfiber cloth to prevent filming.