KITCHEN AFTERCARE INFORMATION.
From all of us at Luke Watson Design & Assembly, a big congratulations on the purchase and installation of your new kitchen! Thank you for allowing us to make your dream kitchen become a reality, we hope it gives you enjoyment for the years to come.
To help you get the most out of your new kitchen, we’ve compiled some handy tips and tricks that will help keep the kitchen looking as good as new for the years ahead.
CLEANING AND CABINETRY MAINTENANCE:
Surfaces should be cleaned with a soft, non-abrasive cloth that is lightly dampened with a mild soapy solution. Follow this by wiping down with a similarly soft, but dry, non-abrasive cloth.
Avoid cleaning chemicals like Jiff and Gumption as they have the potential to scratch/dull your surfaces.
APPLIANCE CARE:
Prior to using any of your new appliances, ensure you have read and understood the product manuals.
For guarantee and warranty purposes, we recommend keeping all product manuals and proof of purchase for new appliances somewhere safe in the event they are needed.
Ensure you are familiar with the cleaning care of all your new appliances, as some cleaning products may not be suitable for the components or elements of your new appliances.
Handy Tips and Tricks:
Accidentally damaged a front? Want to change the fronts of your doors or drawers yourself? Here’s some helpful links to show you how to remove, align and install door and drawer fronts on your new kitchen.
Worktop Care:
Kitchen worktops are made to withstand the wear and tear of everyday life. However care should be taken to keep your surfaces free of damage, stains and scuffs.
Liquid Spills:
All worktop types (stone, wooden or laminate) are designed to cope with minor liquid spills, however we would recommend wiping dry any spills to avoid permanent stains or damage.
Hot Surfaces/Heat Resistance:
Regardless of worktop type, avoid placing hot items straight from the oven or cooktop directly onto any worktop surface. To protect your worktop from heat damage, the use of any pot stand, trivet or wooden cutting board to place hot items onto is recommended.
(If you can’t comfortably hold the item in your bare hands without burning them, then it’s too hot for your worktop).
Wooden Worktop Care:
A little more care is required to ensure they remain water and stain resistant. It’s recommended that they are lightly sanded and oiled three to four times a year with a food safe oil. IKEA sells a wood treatment oil designed specifically for wooden worktops (STOCKARYD – ) for $14.99.
Stone Worktop Care:
Despite stone worktops durability, the same care and maintenance of other worktop types should be given when using or cleaning the worktop. Although being a hard wearing surface, stone benchtops are NOT stain, scratch and scuff proof.
For stone worktops with undermount sinks, take care with the exposed stone edges around the bowl, as these can be prone to chips and knicks from handles of pots and pans. Follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions issued by the stone worktop manufacturer and/or installer to ensure your stone worktop remains in great condition.