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Cleaning and Maintenance
Both marble and granite may chip when subjected to
a sudden impact. If you have a large chip, try to find
the loose pieces. They can often be epoxied back
into place. The chip can also be filled with colored
epoxy to match the surrounding stone. Repairing this
kind of damage should be left to other knowledgeable
professionals.
Tile
If spillage occurs, then clean up as soon as possible.
Care
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Protect against chipping by using a cutting board.
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Protect against scratches, especially on natural
stone tiles.
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Avoid hard blows that can chip the tile.
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Standing water or other liquids can deteriorate tile
and grout, and should always be removed.
Cleaning
Wash with detergent solution, and rinse. To clean dingy
grout, occasionally apply a solution of chlorine bleach
and water to stand not more than 5 minutes; rinse
thoroughly and wipe dry. General-purpose household
cleaners may also be used if label says can be used
on ceramic tile; follow directions exactly. NEVER
use scouring powders or other abrasives as they will
scratch the finish.
Stain Removal Guide
Stain
Removal Agent
Grease and fats
Soda and water or commercial
spot lifter
Inks and colored
Household bleach
dyes
Blood
Hydrogen Peroxide or household
bleach
Coffee, tea, food,
Neutral cleaner in hot water
fruit, lipstick,
followed by hydrogen peroxide
juices
or household bleach
Caution: Vinegar may damage some tile.
DO's and DON'Ts of Tile Care
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Do test scouring pads in a small area first.
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Do use a silicone sealer on grout joints if
continuous staining is a problem.
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Do read and follow label directions for all cleaners.
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Do keep this information and refer to it when
necessary.
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Do not combine ammonia and household bleaches.
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Do not use harsh cleaning agents (such as steel
wool pads) which can scratch or damage the
surface of your tile.
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Do not place sharp object on tile surface.
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Never use wax to clean tile surface.
Care and Maintenance of Tile Grout
Grout may present a special cleaning problem because
it is susceptible to many staining agents.
Apply a silicone sealer to grout joints several times a
year for maximum protection.
In addition to keeping the grout clean, be sure to keep
grout joints in good repair. Scrape out loose, cracked or
powdery joints and refill with a good grout.
One common grouting trouble spot is the joint between
the tub and and the wall in your bathroom. As the
house or tub settles, the grout may crack and crumble.
It's relatively simple to remedy. Remove the old grout
with a sharp pointed tool, watching out that you don't
scratch tile or tub. Then dry the joint thoroughly and
fill with a flexible caulking compound, such as silicone
rubber caulking.
Synthetic Panel
Do's
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Do dust surfaces frequently.
•
Do clean synthetic panels with water and mild
detergent.
Don'ts
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Don't use any cleaning chemical to clean or wash
synthetic panels.
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Don't use vinegar, lemon juice or other cleaners
containing acids.
•
Don't use cleaners that contain acid such as
bathroom cleaners.
•
Don't mix bleach and ammonia; this combination
creates a toxic and lethal gas.
2007 Barbecue Island Owner's Manual
LTR20071036, Rev. A
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