How to Clean Quartz Countertops Like a Pro

Quartz counters serve a purpose way beyond aesthetics—they’re an impressive countertop surface that is built to withstand daily wear and tear. Knowing how to clean quartz countertops is crucial to maintaining their original shine and luster. As far as countertop materials go, quartz is trendy, and easy for designers and contractors to work with during remodels because of its uniform shape and design. Plus, it’s a fairly resilient, scratch-resistant natural stone. Commonly confused with quartzite, its naturally occurring counterpart, quartz is engineered stone. Out of all the kitchen countertop options, quartz is high on the list as a low-maintenance favorite.

Richard Pearson is a professional cleaner near Liverpool, England, and presenter for Filthy House S.O.S. “Quartz countertops are lovely,” says Pearson. “I have one myself, but they must be looked after and cleaned correctly.”

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How do you clean quartz countertops?

Cleaning quartz and other engineered stone tops is simple. It’s important to avoid staining, scratching, or disintegrating your stone. Quartz surfaces are made from resin-bound quartz crystals, so they don’t require the same maintenance as other naturally occurring countertop materials. To get them looking beautiful again in no time, the best way to clean them is to use dish soap, warm water, nonabrasive glass cleaner, microfiber cloths, and nonabrasive sponges. Maintain clean quartz countertops daily and you won’t have to worry about any damage to your quartz countertop down the road.

For a quick clean, dish soap, warm water and a microfiber cloth (or soft paper towel) are the best way to clean quartz countertops. Wipe the soapy mixture in circular motions and be sure to remove any residue with warm water and a dry cloth.

For tough stains that aren’t going away with a little mild dish soap and warm water, try using a surface cleaner and a nonabrasive sponge. Pearson recommends rubbing alcohol and water to create a safe cleanser and stain remover to get rid of any buildup without having to resort to abrasive cleaners. This method will provide that extra kick of cleanliness without risking damage to the quartz surfaces.

How do you maintain clean, shiny quartz countertops?

Quartz is stain-resistant, but, according to Pearson, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t bother giving your quartz surfaces a wipe down, or risk discoloration. “Always clean up any spills immediately,” he says. “This is especially true if the spill has an acidic base, as this can discolor the stone.”