Q&A for How to Maintain a Corian Countertop

For really stubborn stains, I recommend using a strong chemical cleaner like Easy-Off. Apply the cleaner, let it sit for 15-20 minutes, then wipe it away with paper towels. Make sure to wear a mask and gloves when working with strong chemicals.

The brand of polish that DuPont recommends, Hope's Countertop Polish, is non-toxic. It's available for about $5-6.

If Soft Scrub alone isn't cleaning your sink, you may be able to combine this cleaner with a mild abrasive pad. In addition, bleach can be used if diluted in water. Try to use no more than 5 tbl. per 1 gallon of water.

You can. Any type of oil made for wood furniture will do. I tend to stick with Old English Lemon Oil; you may have to apply it more than once to get an even finish, but it works. Keep in mind that if your counter tops are a darker color, it will enhance any and all scratches to make them more noticeable.

Use HCl for a nice shine. It also protects from weathering.

This is because the wipes have a chemical that causes corian to be sticky and sometimes mildew. Use a different cleanser.

Mr. Clean sells several multi-purpose cleaning sprays that contain ammonia.

Boil a pot of water and dip a plastic spatula in the hot water. Once the spatula has time to warm up (about 2-3 minutes), remove it from the water. Use the warmed spatula to gently scrape the melted wax off the countertops. Use soapy water and a sponge to remove any wax residue. If you'd like, finish up by buffing the counter with countertop polish.

Corian countertops are a type of solid-surface countertop. Corian is a material made by the DuPont company.

Yes. Bar Keeper is a very mild abrasive, like Bon Ami, and it will work well without dulling the surface.

You may be able to buff the stain out, as Corian is the same color throughout the material. That's what makes sanding it such an effective cleaning method. Don't sand too deeply. If you can't remove the stain yourself, you may need to hire a professional.

You can use a combination of Soft Scrub cleaner and a Scotch-Brite pad to clean your sink. You can also try a diluted bleach solution, with 5 tbl. of bleach to 1 gallon of water.

Lysol kitchen spray is safe to use on Corian countertops. You may want to start, however, with just soap and water.

Yes, it can. Make sure your counter is heat-resistant; granite and other stone surfaces work the best.

The best way to find an authorized restorer is to contact the retailer who sold you your countertop. They'll be able to put you in touch with someone who is certified by the DuPont company.

I used a mild metal polish with soft abrasive pad, then rinsed well. That worked for black marker as well. I would start with a little and add more if needed.