MAINTENANCE
tips
Showers
After each use, remove water and soap residues using a rubber scraper. If you have hard water, spray a solution of 1/3 white vinegar and 2/3 water before cleaning. Regularly wipe your shower door rail with a dry cloth.
Clean your shower on a regular basis using a non-abrasive cleaning product, cream soap or even dish soap. Never use any abrasive chemical product, scraper, metal brush or other object that could scratch the acrylic surfaces or the shower door. To remove tough stains, you can scrub using with a small quantity of sodium bicarbonate.
To make your acrylic shower shine and remove small scratches, you can polish the surface after cleaning. Use a product made for that purpose, available at your retailer. You can also use car wax.
Bathtubs
Clean your bathtub on a regular basis using a non-abrasive cleaning product, cream soap or even dish soap. Never use any abrasive chemical product, scraper, metal brush or other object that could scratch the acrylic surface. To remove tough stains, you can scrub using a small quantity of sodium bicarbonate.
To make your acrylic bathtub shine and remove small scratches, you can polish the surface after cleaning. Use a product made for that purpose, offered at your retailer. You can also use car wax.
Kitchen sinks
Use a non-abrasive product to clean your stainless steel sink. A solution of water mixed with dish soap or white vinegar is recommended, as it can eliminate all residues and fat caused by cooking or washing dishes, without scratching the sink’s surface or the mirror finish. Always read the instructions on a product’s package before using it on your sink.
After each cleaning, the sink must be rinsed thoroughly and then dried. Avoid leaving dishes or food in the sink.
Like any other metallic surface, your stainless steel sink will be scratched. It is considered normal wear and it will blend in the sink finish. To reduce the appearance of fine scratches, you can use a lightly abrasive powder designed for that purpose.
Bathroom sinks
For regular maintenance of a basin or vessel made of white porcelain, use a water-soaked sponge with some gentle cleanser. Rub the surface gently, rinse and wipe the remaining water with a microfiber cloth.
If the sink is very dirty, there are some practical techniques to avoid using abrasive chemicals.
To remove tough stains, scrub with a water-soaked sponge and a small quantity of sodium bicarbonate.
To reduce the appearance of persistent scratches, use a cloth soaked with a mix of bleach and sodium bicarbonate, then rinse carefully with a sponge. You can then wipe with a microfiber cloth to dry and shine the sink.
Lime stains and limescale deposits can be neutralized using a cut lemon or a water and vinegar soaked sponge to scrub the surface.
To complete the cleaning, it is recommended to disinfect and deodorize the pipes once a month by pouring, for instance, some white vinegar or a bleach and water solution into the drain, leaving on for 5 minutes before rinsing.
Furniture
Remove dust from the furniture base on a regular basis using a clean and gentle cloth. To clean the sink, use a sponge soaked with water and some gentle cleanser. Scrub gently, rinse and wipe the remaining water with a microfiber cloth.
To remove tough stains, scrub with a water-soaked sponge and a small quantity of sodium bicarbonate.
To reduce the appearance of persistent scratches, use a cloth soaked with a mix of bleach and sodium bicarbonate, then rinse carefully with a sponge. You can then wipe with a microfiber cloth to dry and shine the sink.
Lime stains and limescale deposits can be neutralized using a cut lemon or a water and vinegar soaked sponge to scrub the surface.
To complete the cleaning, it is recommended to disinfect and deodorize the pipes once a month by pouring, for instance, some white vinegar or a bleach and water solution into the drain, leaving on for 5 minutes before rinsing.
Faucets
Let the water run before the first use. Unscrew the aerator and let the water run for about 1 minute, then screw the aerator back on. For regular maintenance of the faucet, use a soft cloth soaked with water and a gentle detergent or neutral soap. Do not use scouring powder, steel wool or any corrosive detergent containing calcium dissolvent, alcohol or an abrasive chemical. Rinse with water and wipe using a clean, dry cloth.
To remove lime deposits, use a white vinegar and water solution and rinse with clear water.
It is recommended to remove and clean the faucet aerator from time to time. If there are lime deposits on the filter, clean it into a white vinegar and water solution. Refer to the cleaning advice provided with the faucet.
Toilet seats
For regular maintenance of a toilet seat, use a water-soaked sponge with some gentle cleanser. Rub the surface gently, rinse and wipe the remaining water with a microfiber cloth. It is important not to let any water or urine on the seat as it might alter the finish.
To remove tough stains, scrub with a water-soaked sponge and a small quantity of sodium bicarbonate.
To reduce the appearance of persistent scratches, use a cloth soaked with a mix of bleach and sodium bicarbonate, then rinse carefully with a sponge. It is important to dry out.
Toilets
For regular maintenance of a toilet, use a water-soaked sponge with some gentle cleanser. Rub the surface gently, rinse and wipe the remaining water with a microfiber cloth. The bowl must be scoured with a toilet brush and some soft soap.
To remove tough stains, scrub with a water-soaked sponge and a small quantity of sodium bicarbonate.
To reduce the appearance of persistent scratches, use a cloth soaked with a mix of bleach and sodium bicarbonate, then rinse carefully with a sponge.
Lime stains and limescale deposits can be neutralized using a cut lemon or a water and vinegar soaked sponge to scrub the surface.
To complete the cleaning, it is recommended to disinfect and deodorize the pipes once a month by pouring, for instance, some white vinegar or a bleach and water solution into the drain, leaving on for 5 minutes before rinsing.