Cabinetry Care
Your new StarMark cabinets look great! We want you to keep them that way for a long time. Take a few minutes and learn how you can pro-long the life of your new StarMark cabinets.
PEVENTATIVE CARE
StarMark manufactures cabinets with a catalyzed conversion varnish finish, using the best material and techniques available. However, even the best cabinetry are not designed for repeated exposure to water. Always wipe up food and beverage spills immediately after they occur.
Do not wax your cabinets. Do not use abrasive cleaners, powder cleaners or funiture cleaners that remove wax build-up.
Do not allow oven cleaners to touch your cabinetry.
CLEANING
Use a damp, clean, lint free cloth that is free of loose fibers. Cloth diapers and terry cloth work well.
Don't use a cloth that you use on dishes or countertops. It could contain detergents, residue and fibers that will harm your cabinets.
If a cleaner is necessary, use a mild, liquid, non-abrasive cleaner. Murphy's Oil Soap is a good choice. Apply the cleanser to your cleaning cloth. Don't apply directly to the cabinet.
Work in small areas so you can dry the cabinet immediately with a clean, lint-free cloth that is free of loose fibers.
REMOVING GREASE
Use a clean, lint-free cloth that is free of loose fibers. Cloth diapers and terry cloth work well.
Don't use a cloth that you use on dishes or countertops. It could contain detergents, residue and fibers that will harm your cabinets.
Mix a solution of equal parts white household vinegar and water. This solution will not leave a residue. Dampen your cleaning cloth with this solution. Don't apply the solution directly to the cabinet.
Work in small areas so you can dry the cabinet immediately with a clean, lint-free cloth that is free of loose fibers.
TOUCH UP
Even with normal use, you will need to touch up cabinetry. We recommend ordering a Touch-Up Kit when you order the cabinetry. Keep it in a safe place for future needs.
CLIMATE CONTROL
Be aware that wood cabinetry installed in certain climates will take on or lose moisture, causing swelling or shrikage of the components. Doors will swell in humid environments, especially, but not limited to, slab doors such as Aero, Monroe and Tempo.
Cabinetry installed in humid locations requires an airconditioned environment to mitigate this issue. For drier locations, or in winter where humidity is low, a humidifier should be run to maintain a moderate moisture level in the environment. While shrikage will not generally be as significant as potential swelling, it does occur. Please note, changes due to climate conditions are not a quality issue, and are not covered by our warranty.
THERMOFOIL DOOR AND FAUX INSERTS CARE
Clean with mild soap and water, mild kitchen or glass cleanig products, or denatured alcohol. DO NOT USE ACETONE. Avoid harsh household cleaners and abrasives. Always check the active ingredients of your cleaners to be sure there are no potentially harmful chemicals.
Don't use a cloth tht you use on dishes or countertops. It could contain detergents, residue and fibers that will harm the surface.
PUNCHED TIN AND METAL INSERTS CARE
To clean panels, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Should it become necessary to use a liquid cleaner, only use a mild, non-abrassive detergent diluted in water and wipedry immediately. Never use waxes, polishes, or abrassive cleaners on panels as they may damage the protective coating. With proper care, your panles should keep their original appearence indefinitely.
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