- How to maintain and use acrylic in the kitchen for a longer period of time
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Kitchen acrylic (acrylic countertop/cabinet door panel/waterproof board/storage parts) needs to be durable, non yellowing, non cracking, and non deformed. The key is to avoid high temperatures, strong acids and alkalis, scratches from hard objects, and clean in a timely manner. Follow the instructions below and use it normally for 8-10 years without any problem.
1、 Daily use: Avoid these 4 'fatal injuries'
It is strictly prohibited to directly place high-temperature cookware
Acrylic is generally heat-resistant at 70-90 ℃, and placing it directly in a hot pot can cause whitening, bulging, deformation, and cracking.
Must use: pot mat, insulation mat, towel, cutting board bottom.
No chopping vegetables, no chopping bones, no smashing with hard objects
Acrylic has low hardness, and knives, scissors, and steel wire balls scratch easily.
Cut vegetables on the chopping board, not directly on the countertop.
Stay away from strong acids and bases
Avoid long-term contact with 84 disinfectant, strong degreaser, caustic soda, concentrated citric acid solution, and toilet cleaner.
This type of thing can cause acrylic to lose its shine, turn white, corrode, and become sticky.
Prevent heavy impact and long-term heavy pressure
Don't stand up, don't smash the table fiercely
Do not stack heavy objects on the edges or suspended positions for a long time, as they are prone to deformation and sagging
2、 Cleaning and maintenance: The simpler, the longer the lifespan
1. Daily cleaning (every day)
Wipe with warm water and a soft cloth of neutral detergent
Spray mild kitchen cleaner on areas with heavy oil stains and immediately wipe them off
Wipe off water stains to avoid long-term adhesion and whitening of scale
2. Stubborn oil stains
First, apply a soft oil stain with a hot towel, then wipe it off
Prohibited: Steel wire ball, scouring pad rough surface, blade scraping
How to save yellowing and fogging
Mild: Use toothpaste and a soft cloth to gently polish in circles (toothpaste has a slight grinding effect)
Moderate: Use acrylic special polishing agent/polishing cloth
Severe yellowing indicates aging and can only be replaced
4. Water stains and watermarks
Gently wipe with white vinegar: water=1:10, immediately wipe clean and dry with clean water
Do not let acidic liquids stay for a long time
3、 Scratch and minor damage treatment
Fine scratches: Toothpaste/polishing wax+soft cloth polishing can restore luster
Deep scratches: Find a merchant to use an acrylic polishing machine for treatment
Cracking and chipping: generally cannot be repaired, can only be replaced or partially repaired
4、 Long term use and longevity habits
Try to keep the countertop dry and avoid long-term accumulation of water
Immediately wipe off soy sauce, vinegar, cooking wine, and chili oil to prevent color bleeding
Cabinet door panels should be kept away from stoves and ovens to reduce long-term baking
Leave expansion joints during installation to prevent thermal expansion, contraction, and top cracking
Wipe with furniture care spray wax/acrylic care agent every six months to prevent dirt and increase brightness
5、 Absolutely Cannot Do (Avoiding Pits List)
❌ Put hot pot, wok, and kettle directly without insulation pad
❌ No need to use steel wire balls, blades, or sandpaper to wipe
❌ Not cutting vegetables and meat directly on the table
❌ No need to soak in highly corrosive cleaning agents for a long time
❌ Do not allow direct sunlight for a long time (which can accelerate yellowing and aging)
Summary:
Insulation, soft cloth wiping, neutral cleaning, no scraping or smashing, timely drying, kitchen acrylic can maintain brightness, no deformation or cracking, and the service life is significantly longer.
