Key takeaways
- Daily care is warm water, a soft cloth and mild soap.
- No sealing is needed, because sealers cannot penetrate quartz.
- Use trivets: quartz is not heat-proof, and sudden temperature changes can cause damage.
- Avoid abrasive pads and harsh chemicals such as oven cleaner, drain cleaner and paint remover.
A simple everyday routine
Because quartz is non-porous, most spills wipe away without a trace. For daily cleaning, manufacturers such as Cambria and MSI recommend warm water on a soft sponge or cloth, with a little mild dish soap for greasy or sticky messes.
Wipe up spills when they happen rather than letting them dry, and rinse away any soap residue so the surface keeps its sheen.
Heat: use a trivet every time
Quartz itself is tough, but the resin that binds it is not heat-proof. Manufacturers advise a closed-weave hot pad or solid trivet under pans, slow cookers, air fryers and roasters, and warn that sudden temperature changes can crack a surface.
The habit is simple: if it is hot enough to worry about, put something under it.
Keep hot pots, baking trays and heat-producing appliances off the countertop edge, especially near the cooktop and next to the sink.
What to keep away from quartz
If a harsh product touches the surface, rinse it off promptly with plenty of water.
- Abrasive pads and powders (for example scouring pads and gritty cleaning powders).
- Drain cleaners, oven cleaners, paint strippers and furniture strippers.
- Bleach-based and highly acidic or alkaline cleaners used regularly.
- Skip sealers, polishes and “countertop treatments”. They are not needed and can leave an uneven film.
Dealing with stubborn marks
For dried-on residue, gently loosen it with a plastic scraper or the edge of a soft card, then clean with warm water and mild soap. Some manufacturers approve non-abrasive cleaners for tougher jobs; check your slab’s own care guide before trying one, since warranties can depend on it.
Care starts with the right choice
Darker and highly polished colours show fingerprints and water spots more readily, while soft, lightly veined colours tend to hide them. If low-fuss living is a priority, mention it when you browse our colours, and compare materials in quartz vs granite.
Sources & further reading
General guidance only. Always follow your product manufacturer’s instructions and confirm details for your own project with your fabricator or installer.
