minerva® solid surfaces come with our 10 year guarantee * and are supported by the FIRA Gold Award for product excellence – this is testimony to the fact that we use only the most superior materials and our products are constantly tested to ensure they are manufactured to the highest standards.
minerva® has been developed for the domestic environment, especially the kitchen.
Although no ‘special’ maintenance is needed, we recommend the following is adhered to, as prevention is always better than cure.
Routine Cleaning
minerva® does not require any specialist cleaning regimes, most dirt and light residue will easily wipe off with a damp cloth and soapy water.
The worksurface should then be rinsed with clean water and wiped dry.
Persistent marks can be removed by using a mild abrasive cleaner, but harsh scouring powders should be avoided. If in doubt, consult our care and maintenance guide.
Minor scratching
Kitchen utensils and crockery (particularly unglazed bases) can sometimes cause scratches that will be more evident on darker colours.
The surface can be damaged by scratching or cutting with knives, so the use of a cutting board is essential.
Any minor scratches can easily be removed using the grey abrasive pad and other items from the minerva® care kit.
Please refer to the care and maintenance guide.
Heating
minerva’s surface will withstand heat better than many alternative surface materials.
However, all hot pots, pans and other heat-generating devices should always be placed on a trivet or worktop protector rods to prevent extreme heat having prolonged and direct contact with the surface.
Boiling water and cooking splashes do not harm the surface.
minerva® care kit
minerva® does not require any specialist cleaning regimes, most dirt and light residue will easily wipe off with a damp cloth and soapy water.
The worksurface should then be rinsed with clean water and wiped dry.
Persistent marks can be removed by using a mild abrasive cleaner, but harsh scouring powders should be avoided.
If in doubt, consult our care and maintenance guide.
Staining
minerva®, unlike marble and granite, is not porous and will resist most household chemicals including alcohol and cosmetics, however, some chemicals and strong dyes can cause damage and discolouration.
If spillage occurs, wipe off immediately and rinse the area thoroughly.
Standard Woodworking Tools
minerva® can easily be cut on site ready for jointing using standard woodworking tools and equipment.
Our commitment to customer service
When you choose minerva® you do so secure in the knowledge that you are buying a proven, reliable product; a product that is truly at the forefront of modern worksurface technology.
Our Customer Care department is on hand to offer you help, support and advice all year round.
*Guarantee covers manufacturing not installation.
In order to validate this warranty, the registration form included within each product must be completed and returned.
Alternatively you can register your warranty online at www.minervawarranty.co.uk
Accessories
- minerva® jointing kit (75ml adhesive sachet, sanding discs and grey abrasive pad to finish)
- Individual 75ml adhesive sachet
- Installation, care and maintenance DVD
- Stainless steel finish worktop protector rods (pack of 6)
- minerva® care kit (countertop cleaner, ergonomic foam sanding pad, microfibre cleaning cloth, 320 grit and 500 grit sanding discs and grey abrasive pad)