CLEANING
DOORS & DRAWER FRONTS
These should be wiped clean with a cloth damped with water containing a mild detergent. Avoid over wetting. Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents containing acid, bleach, or solvents. Similarly, do not use scouring pads, wire wool or other similar aggressive cleaning tools.
WOOD DOORS & DRAWER FRONTS
Wood and veneer of the highest quality has been used in the manufacture of these doors and drawer fronts. The lacquered finish gives a tough hard-wearing surface but, nevertheless, any spillages should be wiped away immediately. Following his, wiping over with a slightly damp cloth should restore the former finish. When thoroughly drying with a soft cloth and a final polish with a good household furniture polish will preserve and enhance the natural beauty of the wood.
HINGES & DRAWER RUNNERS
These should be inspected periodically and any dirt, fluff or grim removed by means of a vacuum cleaner nozzle and flexible hose or a soft, dry brush or duster. You shouldn’t normally need to lubricate your hinges or drawer runners however household spray polish can be used as a lubricant if required.
DRAWER BOXES
Pull the drawer box out to full extension and tup the front upwards to allow the smooth and easy removal of your drawer box.
After removing the drawers from your units and brushing to remove loose dirt etc., wipe cleaning with a silicone furniture polish or a cloth dampened with mild detergent. Avoid harsh abrasive cleaning materials and avoid saturating the bottom of drawers with water.
INTERIORS OF UNITS
Brush out any loose4 dust etc. and clean interior surfaces by means of a silicone furniture polish or cloth dampened with water containing and mild detergent. Polish surfaces with a soft dry duster. As with other items, avoid any harsh or abrasive cleaning materials and excessive water or any other liquid.
WORKTOPS
Most everyday stains may be removed by wiping with a cloth slighting dampened water and mild detergent. Persistent stains can be removed with a mild abrasive cleaner, but harsh scouring powders should be avoided.
Stains on textured worktops are best removed using a household spray cleaner and nylon bristled hand brush moved in a circular fashion. Afterwards wiped clean with a slightly damp cloth.
Certain chemicals and strong dye can cause damage and discolouration. Marks left by such things as beetroot and other red or purple food stuffs, concentrated fruit juice and acids, dyes, shoe polish, and chemicals etc., should be mopped or wiped off immediately and thoroughly cleaned as soon as possible.
Worktops may be permanently marked by excessive heat. Hot pans and other such items should therefore not be placed directly on work surfaces.
Irreparable damage can be caused to a worktop if a sealed joint is subjected to excessive heat or moisture. Do not place electric kettles, toasters or other steam/heat generating appliances over the joints in your worktop. Wipe spillages away immediately and do not allow after to stand of the worktop or acumulate under the front edge of the worktop.
SPLASHBACKS
Use only a micro-fibre or non-abrasive cloth to clean the surface, never use scouring pads, wire wool or other similar aggressive cleaning tools. Clean the surface regularly with a mild detergent mixed with water, do not use cleaners containing acid, caustic chemicals, or other abrasive agents.
Do not clean the surface when hot, wait for it to cool down to room temperature first. Metal objects may rust so and should not be left in contact with a Stainless Steel hob splashback.
STAINLESS STEEL SINKS
Your sink should be washed with warm soapy water, wiped dry then buffed with a soft cloth to restore the polished surface.
Undiluted disinfectant and bleaches spilled on your sink will leave a permanent stain if not removed immediately. Wash off immediately and clean area with plenty of water containing a mild detergent. Do not us4e any harsh abrasives or scouring powders. Never use scouring pads, wire wool or other similar aggressive cleaning tools and these may cause scratches to the surface and permanent discolouration.
GENERAL TIPS FOR A LONG-LASTING KITCHEN
- Always attempt to avoid positioning appliances generating high levels of heat or steam under wall units or over worktop joints.
- Avoid opening dishwashers before the cycle has finished and the appliance has cooled. The build of steam that may occur from opening early may damage worktops and surrounding units.
- Avoid having oven doors open unnecessarily. The heat generated may damage surrounding unit frontages and work surfaces.
- Always use the extractor when operating an oven or hob. This dissipates the high level of heat generated and avoids unnecessary damages to worktops and surrounding units.
- Extractor fan filters should be changed regularly in accordance with the manufactures instructions to maintain effective performance.
GENERAL DOs & DONTs
- Do wipe away spillages immediately
- Don’t chop food directly on your worktop
- Do thoroughly clean all your units regularly
- Don’t place hot pans directly on worktop surfaces or in sinks
- Do use chopping boards and heat protective mats
- Don’t leave unit or appliance doors open unnecessarily
- Do take care where you place small appliances
- Don’t overload shelves with double stacked product