Care & Cleaning

Cabinet Interior & Exterior

North Davis Cabinet uses topcoats that have been tested by KCMA, product distributors as well as in house testing to ensure the highest of quality against moister, wear, foods, beverages and household agents typically found in a kitchen or bathroom. From time to time; however, all cabinets will need a regular cleaning and care. Following a few simple guidelines should allow the beauty of your cabinets to be enjoyed for years to come.

1. NDC does not recommend using any cleaning products within the first 30 days. Only use a soft, damp cloth, and dry the surface immediately.
2. Keep the cabinets dry. Wipe up spills, splatters, and water spots as they occur with a soft, damp cloth, and dry the surface immediately. A spill left unattended could soak through the surface and cause damage
3. Use only mild detergents to remove food residue, grease, body oils, or smoke residue.
4. Do not use detergents with silicone, wax, ammonia, bleach, or abrasives. These products may damage the finish
5. NDC recommends the use of Guardsman's Deep Clean Purifying Wood Cleaner between 6-12 times each year(follow the directions on the can). This can be purchased at Ace Hardware or go on line to www.Guardsman.com . Make sure to wipe off all excessive cleaner from the surface after cleaning.
6. For cleaning/dusting use a clean soft cloth; such as, a cotton cloth, a cheesecloth, dishtowel, flannel, or chamois. Never use scouring pad, steel Wool, or powdered cleaners or paper products.
7. NDC does not recommend dusting the cabinets with a dry cloth. This may scratch the surface.
8. Follow the grain of the wood when dusting.
9. Do not allow oven cleaners to come in contact with wood finishes.
10. Avoid draping damp/wet clothes or dishtowels over cabinet doors. Excessive moisture can cause permanent damage.
11. If your finish has become dull overtime, or if very minor surface scratches are evident, do the following; clean the surface with Guardman's Deep Clean Purifying Wood Cleaner, then apply Guardsman's Woodland Fresh Anytime Clean & Polish(follow the instructions on the can).
12. Avoid extremes in temperature and moisture, which can cause wood to expand and contract. Avoid placing small kitchen appliances where heat and steam is directed onto cabinet surfaces.
13. Direct sunlight may cause the wood and finish to fade, and or change colors. Draw blinds and curtains to help keep direct sunlight off the cabinetry whenever possible.

Countertop Care

Natural Stone Counter-Tops Care & Maintenance

Even-though natural stone counter-tops are extremely durable, beautiful, and considered to be lifetime Counter-Tops... Proper care and maintenance is necessary to help maintain its natural beauty and allow one to enjoy it for years to come

Advantages of Natural Stone Counter-Tops

• Natural Product
• Heat Resistant
• Easy Maintenance
• Durable Surface
• Scratch Resistant
• Lifetime top

Care & Maintenance
•Wipe the surface with a damp cloth & soapy water
•Do not use any ammonia or acidic based cleaners-it may discolor or etc the surface,
• Use only cleaning products that to not contain amonia
Note: Verify cleaners say they are suitable for natural stone counter-tops.
•Occasional use of a natural stone sealer will help maintain beauty and seal the natural pores.(NDC Recomends appling a granite sealer twice a year)
Warnings & Limitations
• Always protect natural stone counter-tops from high temperatures and sustained heat. We recommend using a trivet with any heat generating appliance.
• Do not cut on natural stone counter-tops.
• For health and hygiene reasons.we recommend never placing meat or any other item that may contain bacteria on a natural stone counter-top. Always use a non-porous cutting board.
• Natural stone is porous and may stain with oil.
• Do not leave cut fruits(i.e. Apples, Oranges, etc) on natural stone surfaces-it may discolor or etch the surface.
• Do not sit or stand on natural stone counter-tops- cracks or fissures could result.
• Seams will be noticeable but are necessary. There may be unavoidable color and/or pattern changes at the seams.
• Drastic color and/or pattern changes, cracks fissures, pits, pores, and veining are all natural characteristics of natural stone.
• Cracks and fissures may result with any drastic setting of a home. We have no control over this problem and will not be held responsible.