Wipe with a soft rag and mild dish soap
To start take a soft cloth/sponge and dip it in a warm soap and water mixture. Then firmly, but gently wipe down the countertops. This can be done as often as needed. Most people do it at least once a day, especially when cooking.
The Best Way to Clean Quartz Countertops
To disinfect your quartz countertops, we recommend adding isopropyl alcohol to your mixture. Isopropyl or rubbing alcohol is the same type of alcohol found in first aid kits. It is an effective disinfecting agent solution for stone surfaces when added to your cleaning solution.
No, you can't use disinfecting wipes on quartz countertops. Disinfecting wipes contain citric acid as their primary ingredient and are not diluted in any way. When you use these wipes to clean your countertop, they will weaken the seal on your countertop's surface leaving them vulnerable to discoloration.
Quartz countertops are non-porous, making them resistant to bacteria and staining. For this reason, harsh cleaners like bleach aren't required. In reality, bleach can damage the surface of your quartz or cause permanent discoloration to the slab.
Quartz is easy to clean. In most cases with soap and water or a mild detergent will keep your Classic Quartz Stone slab looking like new. We recommend using warm water and a mild detergent or quality spray, such as “Dettol Anti-Bacterial Surface Cleaner” or “CIF Cleaner” [white natural].
Because Pine Sol does not contain harsh ingredients such as bleach and uses a minimal amount of natural ingredients, it can be used to clean quartz countertops. It's an effective, natural cleaner and disinfectant that can be used on your quartz countertops regularly.
Is Windex safe for quartz countertops? You can use mild surface spray glass cleaners such as Windex® and mild household cleaners such as Formula 409®. Harsh cleaners with Chlorine bleach should be avoided.
The best part is that it's incredibly simple! On a daily basis, we simply wipe down the counters using a rag with warm water and a mild soap, like Dawn dish soap. Then we are sure to rinse the surface thoroughly– don't skip the rinsing step or your counter surface may look streaky– and dry it completely.
Quartz Countertop Care
Clean fresh spills with dish soap and a soft cloth, e.g., microfiber. Use glass or surface cleaner, along with a nonabrasive sponge, to remove stains.
Clorox Wipes/Clorox Multi-Purpose Cleaner
Clorox, whether it is Clorox wipes or the Multi-Purpose cleaning fluid, is not safe to use for cleaning and disinfecting your granite. The multi-purpose cleaner contains bleach, which is extremely harmful for granite and many other natural stones.
Like granite, the recommended method for disinfecting your quartz surfaces is a 50/50 mix of isopropyl alcohol and water combined in a spray bottle. Spray to lightly cover the surface and allow the solution to sit for five minutes. Wipe dry with a microfiber cloth or soft absorbent towel.
Vinegar can be used on quartz surfaces or countertops as it is a great way to disinfect, remove hard-to-clean stains like rust stains, odors, etc from your quartz. All you do is put some white vinegar into warm water and wipe over the surface of your quartz countertop to remove any blemish.
Vinegar-based spray cleaner is another option to keep quartz countertops glistening. In a clean spray bottle, mix one-quarter vinegar with three-quarters water and shake it up. Just as with regular countertop cleaning, keep spraying and wiping across the counter, cleaning a few feet at a time.
Don't. Many people use Windex® or similar cleaners to help shine their countertops, while this is okay for most quartz, you should avoid cleaners with bleach or ammonia. Windex®, for example, comes in an ammonia-free version. The real key to caring for quartz is to be gentle.
To clean your quartz with a DIY cleaning solution, fill a reusable spray bottle with a cup of water and a couple drops of mild dish soap. Spray it on your counters and grab a microfiber cleaning cloth (these are our favorites) to give 'em a good wipe down, paying a lil' extra attention to any super dirty spots.
Spray your counters with isopropyl rubbing alcohol (at least 70%). Wipe them down with a clean microfiber cloth. Dry your counters with a dry microfiber cloth.
Yes, you can use a Magic Eraser to clean quartz. They won't scratch the surface and can even remove some imperfections you thought you had to live with. Scotch-Brite also makes some non-scratch scouring pads that work well on engineered stone.
Some might notice stains on their white quartz countertop as a result of using the wrong cleaning products. Anything with harsh chemicals, including oil soaps, detergents, paint thinners, and any cleanser containing bleach, could stain or discolor your countertop instead of getting it sparkling clean.
White vinegar is a natural disinfectant. It contains 5% acetic acid, which has antimicrobial properties. It's also great at cutting through grease and grime, so it's perfect for cleaning kitchen surfaces like stovetops, tables, and counters.
Cleaning Quartz Surfaces with Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide has oxidizing and disinfectant properties, making it an excellent choice for cleaning. This cost-effective and versatile liquid cleans residue off quartz left behind by other cleaners.
Containing both ammonia and lemon, Lysol Lemon All-Purpose Cleaner isn't a good option for cleaning granite countertops. The acid in lemons is known to break down the sealant used to protect granite countertops. In addition, ammonia can scratch the surface of your granite and even start eating away at it.
No, you can't use disinfecting wipes on granite countertops. This is because disinfecting wipes contain citric acid as their primary ingredient. This is highly acidic and weakens the seal on your countertop's surface leaving them vulnerable to stains and discoloration.
Granite is a purely natural stone that comes directly from stone quarries and is then cut into thin slabs, polished, and fabricated into countertops. Quartz countertops are engineered stone products that may contain a large percentage of natural quartz but may also include other minerals.