Care & Maintenance
 

Stone Care “Don’ts” and Recommended Products

Don’t use vinegar or cleaners that contain acids…such as tile, tub, toilet and grout cleaners. Don’t use powder cleansers, soft cream cleansers (SoftScrub, etc.), mildew/mold removers (TileX, X14, etc.), disinfectants (Lysol, etc.) or abrasive nylon scrub pads. – There are available safe disinfectants that have been formulated that can be used around and on stone surfaces. Don’t use furniture polish (Pledge, Jubilee, Endust, etc.) on stone surfaces. Use a stone polish; this will help minimize staining and etching on furniture, counters and vanities.

Don’t use the cork and wood container protectors. These can cause severe stains.

Recommended Products

If you use some basic care tips for your stone it will remain beautiful for many years to come. There are many Manufactures that offer quality stone care products. We recommend and use Stone Care International products for the stone that we sell. Maintaining your stone is as simple a process as maintaining any bath countertop and sink surface. For additional information please visit: www.stonecare.com.

Cleaning: Recommended Daily / Weekly

MARBAMIST…Counter/Vanity/Table Top Stone Spray Cleaner A ready to use stone cleaner. It is a gentle premixed formula. Just spray it on wipe it off. This is USDA authorized and is ideal product for the kitchen to cleanup grease and as a general purpose cleaner this product is pH7 balanced.

Polishing: Recommended Monthly

INTERNATIONAL STONE POLISH…Protects and Polishes A protective coating that will polish, and enhance the brilliant colors of natural stone. Not intended for floors use, the polish will protect and provide a natural gloss to stone countertops, vanities, walls, and stone furniture. Simply apply it to the surface by hand and polish with a soft dry cloth. The polish will also help prevent staining and etching on the surface by providing a durable protective barrier.

Sealing: Recommended Every Two Years

SPRAY-N-SEAL.Prevents Staining and Discoloring A water based penetrating sealer that protect natural stone surfaces from staining. It is wonderful for stone countertops, floors, walls, vanities and even grout. This below surface sealer is also ideal for sealing all types of masonry, stucco, concrete and sanded grout. It has a special blend of polymers that bond to the stone and creates a water and oil repellent membrane to prevent staining, yet it allows the stone to breathe and release moisture vapors. It is safe for interior and exterior use and is UL Classified for slip resistance. This stone sealer will not alter the color of any stone, tile or grout.

Copper Care and Maintenance:

D’Vontz copper products are formed from the finest quality green/reclaimed copper available today.

Product patinas are not covered under any warranty item. A copper finish is considered a “living” finish/patina and will continue to change over time, developing more interest and variations. Our patinas are produced using an organic product and a heat firing process, which simply speeds up the natural oxidation process of copper. By following these simple instructions your D’ Vontz products will maintain their beauty and continue to stand out as a unique statement in your home.

Caring for D’ Vontz copper products is actually quite simple. Rinsing with clean water and drying after each use will help keep your products looking new. Clean by using liquid dish soap and hot water on a sponge or washcloth. Never use steel wool, Brillo pads, wire brushes or abrasive cleaners, not even Softscrub. Doing so will remove your patina. Tough stains may be removed using a paste of baking soda and water applied with a soft sponge or clean cloth, rinsing with hot water and drying with a clean towel. Avoid prolonged surface contact with acidic foods such as limes, lemons, tomatoes, soda and cola products. Direct and prolonged contact of copper surfaces with these items may discolor the patinas. Should this occur, however, it will start to darken over time with normal use and minimal cleaning. The timeframe for this re-patinaing and darkening process will depend on things such as frequency of use, cleaning intervals and the mineral makeup and content of your water.

To enhance and quicken the patinaing process, dissolve one teaspoon of salt with ¼ cup ammonia and apply to the surface. Let dry for approximately 30 minutes, then rinse with cold water and dry. Repeating the process will further enhance the patinas, and darken those areas, which may have been brightened or lightened.

For maintaining the Shiny Copper finish, using a copper cleaner such as Brasso or lemon juice will restore it to its original luster.

For added protection, paste waxes such as Flitz Fixture and Faucet Wax or any quality automotive paste wax will help maintain the beauty of your sink as well as help keep it clean.

Copper is naturally more sanitary than any other material, because it is antibacterial. Science shows us bacteria can live for days on a stainless steel surface, but for only a matter of hours on copper.

Please be aware that all D’Vontz copper sinks and tubs have a finish that is by nature uneven and variable in color and pattern. In addition, the dimensions and consistency of shape can vary considerably. We offer these sinks and tubs with the view that these variations are part of the rustic character and charm, and do not constitute defects.

Copper is also malleable. Materials that are malleable can be hammered or stretched or rolled into various shapes with relative ease, while still maintaining their strength. Some metals, like copper, are also ductile, which means they are flexible. Should your sink or tub happen to get a dent in the edge, it can be hammered back into position with little effort. Use a wooden or rubber mallet to straighten any edges that may have been altered in shipping.

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