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HI-MACS® WORK SURFACE
Kon-Tiki Kitchen Work Tops A trivet should always be used under heated MAINTENANCE
Corian Solid Surface appliances, such as crock pots, electric frying
Worktop Maintenance pans, etc.
Consumer Cleaning, Care & Repair Although minor cuts and scratches in HI-
MACS® can be repaired, deep cuts will
HI-MACS® solid surfaces are stain resistant, require the services of professional Strong
easy to clean and hygienic, ideal for kitchen acids such as those found in drain, toilet bowl,
countertops, vanity tops, and other surfaces and oven cleaners should be used cautiously
subject to the hazards of moisture and heavy around HI-MACS®.
wear.
If these items are accidentally spilled, wipe
Even the most used areas won't succumb to them up at once. Some of these items, when
coffee, ink, or other stains. left on the surface, may cause whitening,
which can be difficult to remove.
No special cleaning products are needed to
keep HI-MACS® looking beautiful day in and Spills and Stains
day out.
While most everyday spills can be removed
While HI-MACS® is extremely tough and with the cleaning techniques listed, some
durable, like any other fine material it can be troublesome spills and stains such as food
damaged if abused or mistreated. dye, tea, and fruit drinks may require more
aggressive cleaning. These items can be
Reviewing this care and cleaning instructions removed with full strength bleach followed by a
can assist you in understanding how easy it is general cleanser.
to care for your new HI-MACS® surface and
how you can prevent more severe damage Bleach should only come in contact with the
that may require special repairs. surface for two to five minutes. On a matte
finish, if you prefer, you can scrub with an
With a little knowledge, you can enjoy the abrasive cleaner. Even nail polish can be
elegance and beauty of HI-MACS® for years removed from HI-MACS® with nail polish
to come. remover or an abrasive cleanser.
Normal Cleaning Cigarettes
HI-MACS® is non-porous, so it can be wiped While HI-MACS® will not burn, should a
clean with a damp cloth or sponge and mild lighted cigarette accidentally come in contact
detergents or general purpose cleaners such with the surface, it could leave a nicotine
as Mr. Clean. stain or scorch mark. Either of these can be
removed by cleaning with an abrasive cleanser
If you have a matte finish, abrasive cleaners or buffing in a circular motion with a Scotch
like Ajax or comet may also be used. Brite pad.
Periodically it may also be helpful to go over Repairing Scratches
the entire surface in a circular motion with an
abrasive cleaner or wet Scotch Brite pad to For removing superficial scratches, rub in a
maintain a uniform appearance. circular motion with a wet # 7448 Scotch Brite
buffing pad until the scratches are removed.
Care Clean thoroughly with soap and water and let
dry.
Do not place hot pans directly from the burner
or oven on the HI-MACS® surface.
Even though HI-MACS® can withstand
sustained temperatures up to 225 °F,
prolonged or extreme heat could cause
yellowing.
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