Care for your solid surface tops   Routine care Water marks: wipe surface with a damp cloth. Typical stains: wipe with soapy water or ammonia-based cleaner. Stubborn stains: gently scrub with abrasive cleanser and green Scotch-Brite pad. To disinfect: wipe surface with 50/50 water/bleach solution. Preventing Damage Hot pans and heat-generating appliances: use hot pads or trivets with rubber feet. Boiling water: run cold water into sink while pouring Exposure to strong chemicals such as chloroform: and keytones (found as acetone in some brands of nail polish and paint brush cleaners) avoid prolonged exposure, flush spills with plenty of soap and water Exposure to stubborn cosmetics: remove with denatured alcohol, flush with soapy water. Repairing Damage Removing cigarette burns: scrub with abrasive cleanser and green Scotch-Brite pad. Removing cuts and scratches on matte/satin finish: sand scratches with 180 or 220 fine grit wet and dry sandpaper until cut is gone. Restore finish with abrasive cleanser and green Scotch-Brite pad. For a higher finish, sand with abralon sand paper wet to desired finish 360 matte to 4000 gloss Removing severe discoloration or etching caused by prolonged contact to strong chemical: same as above. Repairing damage due to severe impact: consult your Corian Fabricator for assistance.