Care and Maintenance

Gilasi surfaces are easy to maintain. By following these simple guidelines your Gilasi surfaces will maintain their beauty for many years to come. If you have any questions about caring for your Gilasi surface, please contact us at info@gilasi.com.

General Cleaning
While Gilasi surfaces are stain-resistant, spills need to be wiped up as they occur. Standing spills may work their way through the sealer and leave a stain. Simply wipe up spills with a damp cloth.

For cleaning, we highly recommend Stone Essentials Daily Cleaner, which has clear instructions on its label.  A mild ph-neutral liquid soap also can be used for cleaning.

Do not use abrasive cleansers, such as soft scrub or cleansers containing salts, acids, citrus or ammonia or vinegar, as these can compromise the sealers and etch the surface.

If you keep appliances on your countertop, like coffee makers, make sure they don’t leak, and place a surface under them to protect the countertop from unseen spills. Use coasters and trivets to protect the surface from regular spills.

Resealing
Gilasi will have been sealed by the installer at the time of installation.  The Marble Institute of America recommends sealing natural stone once every 6 to 12 months. Highly acidic or harsh chemicals may deteriorate the original seal, requiring sealing more often. Use Stone Essentials water-based or solvent-based sealer and follow manufacturers instructions.

Stains
If stains do occur, they can be cleaned with Stone Essentials Heavy Duty Cleaner. If the stain cannot be removed, please contact your fabricator for stain removal.