How to Clean Quartz Countertops
What You'll Need
- Few drops
- Spray bottle or cloth
- 2
- For shine
Step-by-Step Method
Wipe with a damp microfiber cloth and a few drops of dish soap. Rinse the cloth and wipe again to remove soap residue. Dry with a clean cloth.
For hardened food or grime, apply a paste of baking soda and water. Let sit 5 minutes. Wipe away with a damp cloth. Do not scrape with metal utensils.
Spray the surface with a mix of 2/3 cup rubbing alcohol and 1/3 cup water. Wipe with a microfiber cloth. This disinfects without damaging the resin binder in quartz.
For extra shine, spray a small amount of non-abrasive glass cleaner and buff with a dry microfiber cloth.
- Do not use vinegar, lemon, or any acidic cleaner on quartz (dulls the surface over time)
- Do not use abrasive scrubbers or scouring pads
- Do not use bleach (can discolor the resin binder)
- Never place hot pots or pans directly on quartz (resin can scorch at high temperatures)
- Do not use permanent markers on quartz surfaces
- Unlike granite, quartz does not need sealing. It is non-porous by design (93% crushed quartz + 7% resin binder).
- Always use trivets for hot cookware. Quartz can withstand brief heat contact but sustained heat above 300F can discolor the resin.
- Clean spills promptly. While quartz is non-porous, some substances (turmeric, red wine, coffee) can stain if left for extended periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Quartz is non-porous and never needs sealing. Granite is porous and requires sealing every 1-2 years. However, quartz is more sensitive to heat than granite, so always use trivets. Both should be cleaned with pH-neutral products.
Sources & Methodology
Quartz countertop care based on manufacturer guidelines from Caesarstone, Silestone, and Cambria. Quartz is engineered stone: 93% crushed natural quartz bonded with 7% polymer resin.
Last reviewed: March 20, 2026