Countertops are one of the most eye-catching and important elements in a bathroom. High-quality bathroom countertops can set the tone for the room, adding beauty and value. However, for them to retain that beauty and remain functional over the course of many years, it’s essential to take proper care of them.
Here are a few bathroom countertop maintenance tips to keep in mind:
- Use Gentle Cleaners – Quality countertops, especially those made from natural stone, are fairly delicate despite the hardness of the material. Use gentle cleaners on your countertops. Soap and water are perfect for your needs, but harsh cleaners like vinegar, bleach, and glass cleaner can weaken your countertops and make them more prone to stains.
- Remember to Seal – Natural stone is porous, meaning water can get inside and other issues like bacterial growth and stains are more likely. Sealing your natural stone countertops at the recommended frequency (every 12 to 18 months) protects them from these problems. If you’d rather avoid having to seal your bathroom countertops, you might choose quartz instead of natural stone since quartz isn’t porous.
- Be Mindful of Heat – Some countertop materials are more resistant to heat than others. Granite is an example of a very heat-resistant material, while quartz is not as heat resistant because it contains resins instead of natural stone alone. If your countertops are quartz, laminate, or another material that doesn’t resist heat very well, be careful when using hot hair tools and avoid placing them directly on the bathroom countertops.