Quartz is antimicrobial, so yes, quartz is antibacterial. Due to quartz being non-porous, it’s extremely difficult to facilitate the growth and reproduction of bacteria and germs. This doesn’t mean it’s impossible, but it is a far more difficult task than it would be on a porous surface.
Quartz takes it a step further when it comes to saving you headache as it does not need to be sealed unlike other materials such as granite.
It’s a solid choice when it comes to food safety, quartz is easy to clean and maintain. It’s durable and heat resistant and adds value to your home. There’s a large selection of colors and designs to choose from.
What does antibacterial actually mean?
Antibacterial is anything that can actively deconstruct, suppress and eliminate bacteria as well as their ability to reproduce/multiply.
It’s not to be confused with antimicrobial. Antimicrobial acts against bacteria, mildew, mold, algae, and various viruses, while antibacterial only acts on bacteria.
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How to disinfect quartz countertops
Disinfecting quartz is really easy as it can handle a fair amount of chemicals without or dulling the surface. The list of chemical cleaners it can handle versus the ones it cannot is far greater.
We highly recommend using rubbing alcohol, also known as isopropyl, to disinfect and clean your quartz countertop surface. It does a phenomenal job of disinfection and offers zero risk of damage to your beautiful counters.
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Simply take a reasonably sized spray bottle and use some warm water mixed with a drop of dish soap per every eight ounces of water. Then add in four tablespoons of isopropyl alcohol. Clear the surface, wipe away buildup with a dry cloth, spray your concoction generously, scrub after letting it sit for a minute, and wipe it all away.
What not to use on your quartz countertop
There aren’t many things you need to do an adequate job of cleaning your quartz surface. However, bleach and ammonia, acidic, alkaline-based cleaning products, are an absolute NO GO.
You need to avoid these types of cleaning agents because they will dull your kitchen countertops and ruin them over time. It might not appear at first, but gradually you’ll see the adverse effects of these types of products because they will end up being costly to replace if you can even afford to go that far.
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